Tennessee
‘Significant drop’ in traffic deaths over Independence Day holiday weekend in Tennessee, THP says
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol said there was a significant drop in traffic deaths across the state during the Independence Day holiday period.
According to THP, four people were killed in crashes from Thursday evening to Monday morning, down from 18 who were killed during the same time last year.
During the holiday weekend, THP says its troopers investigated 132 crashes, responded to 49 injury crashes, made 99 DUI arrests and helped 752 drivers across the state.
Troopers said this decline in deadly crashes comes after the launch of safety campaigns focusing on high-crash areas.
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“Seeing fatalities fall from 18 to four is progress, but our work continues,” said Colonel Matt Perry, Commander of the Tennessee Highway Patrol. “Troopers were out in force to protect the public, and campaigns like Safe on 70 support our broader safety mission.”
Locally, the Knoxville Police Department said there were no deadly crashes and seven DUI arrests from 4 p.m. on July 3 through July 4.
There were also five crashes with injuries, 22 crash investigations, 109 citations and 17 motorists that were assisted.
THP said high-visibility enforcement will continue throughout the summer travel season.
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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.
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 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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