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Helene

TDA to require burn permits starting Oct. 15 after influx of Hurricane Helene debris

Outdoors

Visitor finds 2.30-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park

A guest at Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds State Park got quite the surprise after they found a 2.30 carat white diamond in the park's diamond search area!
Outdoors

TN leaders introduce 'Bike Tennessee,' inviting cyclists to explore new curated routes

The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development said it partnered with the Ride with GPS app to lead cyclists through the curated routes.
Local News

'We've had enough of you' | TN continues battle with 4 invasive carp species spreading across the state

The TWRA said that each time a lock opens and closes, the invasive species have an opportunity to move up and down the rivers.
Outdoors

TWRA: Angler reels in alligator at least 3 feet long from East Tennessee lake

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said alligators are a Class 1 wildlife species and are considered inherently dangerous to people.
Local News

Gov. Sanders announces $4.34M grant to build & improve recreation facilities statewide

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism has awarded $4.34 million dollars in Outdoor Recreation Grants to 29 counties across the Natural State.
Outdoors

Venus will be shining bright like a diamond this weekend

Kahni Pr'Out, NASA DAVINCI Relay Link Lead talks about how Venus will dazzle in the night sky this weekend and discuss NASA’s upcoming DAVINCI Mission
Animals

Man pleads guilty after pushing Yellowstone bison calf out from river

The man from Hawaii pleaded guilty to one count and paid a fine after he pushed a calf up from a river, causing its herd to abandon it.
Life

Knoxville native helps blind veteran conquer Mount Everest

Nothing scares Lonnie Bedwell, not even one of the most treacherous peaks in the world: Mount Everest.
Outdoors

TN State Parks, TWRA to offer kayaking lessons with American Canoe Association

Classes cost $15 per person with the revenue going to Tennessee State Parks on May 20, according to the release.
Outdoors

Arkansas hunter's death has experts urging caution this deer season

It's deer season, and while the sport may be fun for some, it can also be dangerous. Experts are sharing ways that you can stay safe during this hunting season.
Travel

Great Smoky Mountains reopens popular trails as bear activity subsides

The park said the trails were closed late last month due to many black bears feeding on acorns in the area.

South Memphis fire leaves almost 2,000 MLGW customers without power temporarily

Memphis crime declines in 2024, city announces new initiatives to enhance safety

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Memphis News & Weather | Memphis, TN | WATN - localmemphis.com

TDA to require burn permits starting Oct. 15 after influx of Hurricane Helene debris

Visitor finds 2.30-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park

TN leaders introduce 'Bike Tennessee,' inviting cyclists to explore new curated routes

'We've had enough of you' | TN continues battle with 4 invasive carp species spreading across the state

TWRA: Angler reels in alligator at least 3 feet long from East Tennessee lake

Gov. Sanders announces $4.34M grant to build & improve recreation facilities statewide

Venus will be shining bright like a diamond this weekend

Man pleads guilty after pushing Yellowstone bison calf out from river

Knoxville native helps blind veteran conquer Mount Everest

TN State Parks, TWRA to offer kayaking lessons with American Canoe Association

Arkansas hunter's death has experts urging caution this deer season

Great Smoky Mountains reopens popular trails as bear activity subsides

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