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NES prepares for strong storms in Middle Tennessee

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March 15, 2026

NES prepares for strong storms in Middle Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Nashville Electric Service reports it is preparing for the potential of widespread outages during Sunday’s storms across its service area.

NES said it’s monitoring the forecasts for Middle Tennessee and has crews prepared to respond to outages caused by the incoming storms.

“Predicted wind gusts as high as 75 mph can bring down vegetation, like trees or branches located near power lines,” NES said. “When vegetation gets entangled in NES electrical equipment, those power lines often snap and fall to the ground.”

NES said it has 380 lineworkers prepared to respond to any power outages caused by the incoming storms.

“Since January, crews have assessed and trimmed over 2,800 miles of additional lines to address overhanging and storm-damaged trees that pose risk of outages. Outages involving downed lines and broken poles take more time to restore,” NES said.

First Alert Weather Day: Severe storms Sunday night

The utility company is urging customers to report outages by texting “OUT” to 637797 (mobile phone must be tied to account), calling 615-234-0000, logging into My Account on www.NESPower.com or reporting it directly on the outage map at www.nespower.com/outages.

“Most importantly, if you see a downed power line, assume it’s live, stay away (at least 35 feet) and call 9-1-1 immediately,” NES said.

The utility company has shared the following tips for customers during severe weather:

Charge all mobile devices well in advance of a potential outage.
Have one or more backup portable batteries in case your mobile devices run out of charge.
Access a reliable weather app or website to ensure you have the latest details for approaching weather.
Prepare a home emergency kit that contains non-perishable food, bottled water, backup batteries for essential equipment and a flashlight.
Construct an emergency preparedness plan with family members and know the safest place to be in your home if conditions become dangerous.

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Rescue teams pull kayakers and dog from Red River in Tennessee

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July 10, 2026

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Rescue teams pull kayakers and dog from Red River in Tennessee

Sissy arrived at The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee in 2000, where caretakers began monitoring and managing her osteoarthritis. Sanctuary leaders said a recent progression of the disease caused what they described as “clear signs” of pain and swelling in her right wrist.

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Tennessee Highway Patrol holds open house at Jackson district office

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July 10, 2026

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Tennessee Highway Patrol holds open house at Jackson district office

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol held an open house Thursday at the THP Jackson District Office in West Madison County for those interested in becoming a state trooper.

Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the various operations of the THP and the roles the department offers.

Trooper Tiffanie Williams said the career comes with competitive benefits and a sense of community responsibility.

“What makes us a good career choice is, one, base your retirement plan is pretty good, your benefits are pretty good. Also, just giving back to the community — we kind of hold ourselves to a higher standard,” Williams said.

For more information about the Tennessee Highway Patrol and how to get involved, click here.

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Tennessee State men’s hockey cancels 2026-27 inaugural season for second straight year

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July 9, 2026

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Tennessee State men’s hockey cancels 2026-27 inaugural season for second straight year

Tennessee State men’s hockey has once again canceled its inaugural season.

The first ever ice hockey team at an historically Black, public university was expected to begin play in 2025-26, but the season was canceled due to a fundraising shortfall. Now, the team has canceled its 2026-27 season according to a source with knowledge of the situation who wished to remain anonymous because the news is not public.

The Tennessean reached out to Tennessee State president Dwayne Tucker, who decline to comment on the situation.

The Tennessee State’s men’s hockey website does not have a schedule, roster, or any team events listed on its website. The site’s most recent update was July 10 of last year, an announcement about the 2025-26 season cancellation. Requests for additional information about the hockey team have gone unanswered.

This delay in the start of the men’s hockey team comes three years after the team’s inception was announced at Bridgestone Arena ahead of the 2023 NHL Draft. The Nashville Predators and NHL were instrumental in bringing a team to Tennessee State, and a representative with the Predators confirmed that support is ongoing.

While the 2025-26 cancellation followed unrest about the school’s financial situation, it’s unclear if this year’s cancellation is for the same reason or if its related to the school’s recent turmoil in the athletic department.

In May, six coaches gave a vote of no confidence for Tennessee State’s athletic director Mikki Allen. A letter to Dwayne Tucker on May 29 expressed concern about the “current direction, leadership, communication, and operational management of the athletic department” under Allen.

Men’s hockey coach Duante Abercrombie was not among the six coaches mentioned in the letter.

Alex Daugherty is the Predators beat writer for The Tennessean. He never uses artificial intelligence when developing or drafting stories. Contact Alex at jdaugherty@gannett.com. Follow Alex on X, the platform formerly called Twitter, @alexdaugherty1. Also check out our Predators exclusive Instagram page @tennessean_preds.

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