Tennessee
Meet the 2024 Tennessee high school football all-state teams in Class 1A, 2A, 3A from TSWA
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association has released Division I all-state football teams for the 2024 TSSAA season.
Below are the all-state teams for Division I, Classes 1A, 2A and 3A.
Class 1A
Offense
Quarterbacks: Tate Surber, McKenzie, Sr.; Nate Adams, Clay County, Sr.; Brody Whittaker, MASE, Sr.
Running backs: Grayson Kreis, Harriman, Sr.; JaMychal Buckner, South Pittsburg, Jr.; Marquis Gardner, Chattanooga Prep, Jr.
Wide receivers: Cole Brown, McKenzie, So.; Nolan Adams, Clay County, Jr.; Ja’Quan Benton, Oliver Springs, Jr.
Offensive linemen: Jamarkus Pittman, MASE, Sr.; Kelan Roberson, Union City, Sr.; Noah Young, Cloudland, Sr.; Aydan Blair, Moore County, Sr.; Xavier Reviere, South Pittsburg, Jr.
Athlete: Amari Cotton, Jo Byrns, Sr.
Kicker: Skyler Fornera, McKenzie, Sr.
Defense
Defensive linemen: Caden Jackson, Oliver Springs, Sr.; Caleb Carroll, Wartburg, Sr.; J.R. Hardrick, South Pittsburg, Jr.; Peyton Martin, Moore County, Sr.
Linebackers: Eli Justice, Coalfield, Sr.; Zac Mahoney, Harriman, Sr.; Stanley Burrow, MASE, Sr.; Akeem Hunt, MASE, So.
Defensive backs: Dayon Cooper, South Pittsburg, So.; Bennett McDougal, Whitwell, Sr.; Devonte Wigfall, Cosby, Sr.; Kaidence Nelson, MASE, So.
Punter: Khari Escobar, Sale Creek, Sr.
Class 2A
Offense
Quarterbacks: Andrew Johnson, Fairley, Jr.; Kason William Young, East Robertson, So.; Tilton Pickett, Marion County, Sr.
Running backs: Jaydon Peete, Milan, Jr.; Cooper White, Westmoreland, Sr.; Dominique Burleson, Hampton, Sr.
Wide receivers: Troyce Grimsley, Fairley, Jr.; Corben Reynolds, Loretto, Jr.; Sam Pickett, Marion County, Sr.
Offensive linemen: Zach Bruggner, Bledsoe County, Sr.; David Lands, Polk County, Sr.; Ben Parr, Milan, Sr.; Bra’Kyrin Cole, Jackson Central-Merry, Sr.; Caleb Woodley, Fairley, Sr.; Hunter Gray, Westmoreland, Sr.
Athlete: Gray Eubanks, Huntingdon, Sr.
Defense
Defensive linemen: Delandis Dandridge, Fairley, Sr.; Kenderrius Robertson, Mitchell, Sr.; Myles Mays, Marion County, Sr.; Zach Groves, East Robertson, Jr.
Linebackers: Taylor Scharber, Marion County, Sr.; Evan Plunkett, Mt. Pleasant, Sr.; Ryan Shaffer, Tellico Plains, Sr.; Quint Smith, Summertown, Sr.
Defensive backs: Austin Franklin, West Greene, Sr.; Lake Drake, York Institute, Sr.; Levi James, Oneida, Sr.; Braden Reed, Tellico Plains, Sr.
Punter: Braydon Case, Mt. Pleasant, Jr.
Class 3A
Offense
Quarterbacks: Graham Simpson, Westview, Fr.; Eli Graf, Alcoa, Sr.; Xavier Murray, White House Heritage, So.
Running backs: Skylan Smith, Covington, Sr.; Lorenz Wright, Memphis East, Jr.; Hicks Hunter, Sycamore, Jr.
Wide receivers: Dontez Joy, Westview, Jr.; Jamir Dean, Alcoa, So.; Radarious Jackson, Sheffield, Sr.
Offensive linemen: Jayden Jackson, East Nashville, Sr.; Josh Phelps, Sequatchie County, Sr.; Lucas Hughes, Meigs County, Jr. ; Jacob Crow, Alcoa, Jr.; Evan Allen, Gatlinburg-Pittman, Sr.; Marlee Watts, Alcoa, So.
Athlete: Ronye Watson, Chattanooga Central, Sr.Kicker: Kyrin Tyson, Alcoa, Jr.
Defense
Defensive linemen: Jaeden Isbell, Tyner, Sr.; Jamir Turner, Alcoa, Sr.; Deangelo Franklin, Sheffield, Jr.; Jaxon Cupples, Westview, Jr.
Linebackers: Kason Hicks, Sequatchie County, Jr.; Sam Cretsinger, Johnson County, Sr.; Eli Owens, Alcoa, Sr.; Craig Huskey, Gatlinburg-Pittman, Jr.
Defensive backs: Condis Cherry, Alcoa, So.; Dason Springer, White House Heritage, Sr.; Antoni Morton, East Nashville, Sr.; Hunter Minton, Sequatchie County, So.
Punter: Grant Garner, Liberty Creek, So.
Tennessee goes wild for In-N-Out’s burgers east of the Mississippi
Animal‑style arrives in Tennessee, In‑N‑Out’s first locations east of the Mississippi River.
In-N-Out Burger will soon be opening its fifth Tennessee store.
The beloved burger chain lists six locations as “opening soon” on the Grand Openings page of its website, including a restaurant in Madison. The Madison location will open at 1900 Gallatin Pike North, about 13 miles northeast of Nashville.
The store also plans to open stores in Arizona, Utah, Idaho and two in California, USA TODAY reported.
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In-N-Out, which announced plans for a major expansion and a new headquarters in Tennessee in 2023, opened its first Tennessee restaurants in December 2025.
The chain, known for animal-style fries and double-double burgers, opened locations in Nashville’s Antioch neighborhood, Murfreesboro and Lebanon in early December. It then opened a fourth Tennessee restaurant in Franklin just a few months later.
Here’s what else to know about the West Coast-based company’s expansion into the Volunteer State.
Why is In-N-Out expanding to Tennessee?
In-N-Out is moving to Tennessee to establish a $125 million corporate hub in Franklin, on the Berry Farms site near Interstate 65. It’s estimated that In-N-Out’s expansion into Tennessee will create 275 jobs and a $125 million investment in the state.
Lynsi Snyder confirms relocation to Tennessee
In 2025, billionaire heiress Lynsi Snyder announced she would relocate her family to the Volunteer State as the company expands eastward.
In a podcast appearance with conservative host Allie Beth Stuckey, Snyder cited frustrations with California’s high costs and regulatory burdens on businesses and families.
“There’s a lot of great things about California, but raising a family is not easy here. Doing business is not easy here,” Snyder said. “The bulk of our stores are still going to be here in California, but it will be wonderful having an office out there, growing out there.”
After facing criticism for her comments, Snyder clarified that moving to Tennessee offers In-N-Out associates “wonderful opportunities” to buy homes, raise families, and participate in the company’s growth in a new region.
In a video posted to social media, she called the move “a very healthy plan for our growth,” highlighting opportunities for employees in Tennessee and potentially neighboring states.
How many In-N-Out stores are coming to Tennessee?
During a Nashville Business Journal event in 2025, Snyder said that the company is eyeing 35 locations across Tennessee in the coming years.
How many stores does In-N-Out currently operate in Tennessee?
As of July 2026, In-N-Out operates the following stores in Tennessee:
- Antioch: 4242 Century Farms Terrace
- Franklin: 1951 Double Double Drive
- Lebanon: 915 South Hartmann Drive
- Murfreesboro: 2508 Medical Center Parkway
- Madison: 1900 Gallatin Pike North (Opening soon)
Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@gannett.com.
Tennessee
A Tennessee woman was heard screaming, ‘he’s got a gun.’ Now her husband is pleading guilty to her murder.
BYRDSTOWN, Tenn. (WSMV) – A 72-year-old man in Pickett County entered a guilty plea to the second-degree murder of his wife Theresa Marie Foutch.
Johnny Ray Foutch was sentenced to 20 years in custody of the Department of Corrections at 100% day for day, said District Attorney Bryant C. Dunaway.
Theresa’s adult sons were consulted about the plea and were supportive of the sentence.
Dunaway said that the incident in question took place on July 13, 2025, at their home in Byrdstown. The Pickett County Sheriff’s Office paid a visit to their home after Johnny’s daughter requested that officers check on the married couple.
When Chief Deputy Steve Wilbur arrived at the home and approached the front of the house, he says he overheard a man and a woman arguing inside.
He said he then heard the female voice yell, “He’s got a gun.” That’s when he says he heard a gunshot.
The deputy took cover outside the home. Moments later, Johnny walked out the front door holding a Sig Sauer handgun.
Wilbur secured Johnny and went into the home, where he found Theresa lying face down in the living room. She appeared to have been shot in the back.
Officers searched the home and said they found a shell casing on the floor of the dining room, just 10 to 15 feet away from Theresa’s body.
Dunaway said that a forensic pathologist who performed an autopsy determined that Theresa’s cause of death was a gunshot wound to her back. The manner of her death, the pathologist said, was homicide.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The State of Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday is set to begin at the end of July in 2026.
The holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 31 and runs through Sunday, August 2 at 11:59 p.m.
Certain goods may be purchased tax-free during this weekend event.
“Certain restrictions apply. Items sold online are also eligible. Items must be purchased for personal use, not for business or trade,” the Tennessee Department of Revenue said.
Previously, the state has listed the following items that are and are not tax-free:
Clothing
- Tax-Free: General apparel that costs less than $100 per item. Things like shirts, pants, socks, shoes and dresses.
- Not Tax-Free: Items over $100, jewelry, handbags and sports equipment
School Supplies
- Tax-Free: School supplies that are less than $100 per item. Think backpacks, pencils, notebooks and art supplies.
- Not Tax-Free: School supplies more than $100 each.
Computers
- Tax-Free: Computers less than $1,500. Laptops and tablets as well.
- Not Tax-Free: Storage media like flash drives, printer supplies or household appliances.
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