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50+ min ago (209+ words) The stage is set for an epic rematch as the undefeated Page Patriots (13-0) will face the defending state champion Sevier County Smoky Bears (13-1) in the TSSAA Division I Class 5A state championship game Friday night at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga. The Patriots, who dominated Centennial 43-21 in last week's semifinal, are seeking redemption after falling to these same Smoky Bears 27-20 in last year's title game. Sevier County, meanwhile, looks to secure back-to-back championships following their convincing 49-13 victory over Halls in the Final Four. With both powerhouses showcasing explosive offenses throughout the playoffs, this highly-anticipated championship showdown promises to deliver championship-caliber football as Page aims to avenge last season's heartbreak while Sevier County fights to maintain their crown. Opening kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET on Friday, December 5 with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. " WATCH: Page vs. Sevier County football is livestreaming…...

1+ hour, 54+ min ago (220+ words) Jamar Coach/The Jackson Sun/USA TODAY NETWORK Starting on Thursday, nine high school football state champions will be crowned in the state of Tennessee. The 56th annual Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association football championships - also known as the BlueCross Bowl - kicked off on Thursday and run through Saturday. All nine title games take place at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga. Three more games take place on Friday, and the final three title games are set for Saturday. Here's how to watch the Tennessee BlueCross Bowl championship games. Division II-AA: Battle Ground Academy 61,Franklin Road Academy 27 Division II-A: Nashville Christian 59,University School of Jackson 7 Division II-AAA: Chattanooga Baylor 28, Brentwood Academy 24 Class 3A: Gatlinburg-Pittman vs. Westview, 11 a.m. Class 1A: South Pittsburg vs. McKenzie, 3 p.m. Class 5A: Sevier County vs. Page, 7 p.m. Class 4A: Alcoa vs. Pearl-Cohn, 11 a.m. Class 2A: Marion County vs. Huntingdon, 3 p.m. Class 6A: Oakland vs. Ravenwood, 7 p.m. Thompson (AL) defeats Opelika (AL)…...

5+ hour, 13+ min ago (357+ words) Though Republican U.S. Rep.-elect Matt Van Epps won the special election for a congressional seat in Tennessee, his margin of victory was smaller than President Donald Trump's in 2024. Trump defeated former Vice President Kamala Harris by more than 22 percent in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District in 2024, according to the New York Times. Van Epps, however, defeated Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn by 9%, the outlet reported. The results of the special election mark a 13% swing towards Democrats, continuing the streak of Democratic candidates over-performing in special elections. "When a party outperformed in special elections since 2005, five out of five times, they went on to win a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives," CNN's chief data analyst, Harry Enten, said in a segment aired on Wednesday. Since April 1, Democrats have overperformed in special elections, according to the New York Times. In Virginia's 11th District, there was…...

5+ hour, 14+ min ago (607+ words) One of the nation's top quarterbacks plays his final high school football game on Thursday, and is wanting to go out with gold. Nashville Christian's Jared Curtis caps his career with Nashville Christian seeking to help the Eagles repeat as state champions. The Eagles take on University School of Jackson in the Tennessee Secondary School Activities Association BlueCross Bowl Division II-A title game in Chattanooga. The Eagles enter Thursday's game with a perfect 12-0 record. They have accumulated 627 points this season, due in large part to the play of Curtis, who recently signed with Vanderbilt, electing to stay in his hometown'after having originally committed to play at Georgia. Curtis has thrown for nearly 1,900 yards and 31 TDs this season. He has had at least 200 yards passing in four of the Eagles' wins. USJ enters Thursday's title game with an 11-1 record. The Bruins…...

5+ hour, 14+ min ago (607+ words) One of the nation's top quarterbacks plays his final high school football game on Thursday, and is wanting to go out with gold. Nashville Christian's Jared Curtis caps his career with Nashville Christian seeking to help the Eagles repeat as state champions. The Eagles take on University School of Jackson in the Tennessee Secondary School Activities Association BlueCross Bowl Division II-A title game in Chattanooga. The Eagles enter Thursday's game with a perfect 12-0 record. They have accumulated 627 points this season, due in large part to the play of Curtis, who recently signed with Vanderbilt, electing to stay in his hometown'after having originally committed to play at Georgia. Curtis has thrown for nearly 1,900 yards and 31 TDs this season. He has had at least 200 yards passing in four of the Eagles' wins. USJ enters Thursday's title game with an 11-1 record. The Bruins…...

8+ hour, 55+ min ago (1030+ words) One of the nation's top quarterbacks plays his final high school football game on Thursday, and is wanting to go out with gold. Nashville Christian's Jared Curtis caps his career with Nashville Christian seeking to help the Eagles repeat as state champions. The Eagles take on University School of Jackson in the Tennessee Secondary School Activities Association BlueCross Bowl Division II-A title game in Chattanooga. The Eagles enter Thursday's game with a perfect 12-0 record. They have accumulated 627 points this season, due in large part to the play of Curtis, who recently signed with Vanderbilt, electing to stay in his hometown'after having originally committed to play at Georgia. Curtis has thrown for nearly 1,900 yards and 31 TDs this season. He has had at least 200 yards passing in four of the Eagles' wins. USJ enters Thursday's title game with an 11-1 record. The Bruins…...

11+ hour, 2+ min ago (291+ words) A groundbreaking ceremony is set for Saturday, Dec., 13, to mark the start of work on the portion of the Alton Park Connector tying an existing section of the trail in with the Riverwalk. Trust for Public Land, in partnership with the city of Chattanooga and numerous community stakeholders, will host the ceremonial groundbreaking for the "Alton Park Connector Phase 1." Officials said, "This event marks the beginning of construction on a critical trail segment designed to expand safe neighborhood access to Chattanooga's growing network of outdoor spaces. The work will be by Kane Industries, LLC, in the amount of $1,627,268, with a contingency in the amount of $162,726.86, for a total amount not to exceed $1,789,995. That will come from a $500,000 TDEC grant, plus the city's capital fund. The new Phase 1 trail, which follows an old railroad spur that led to the Alton Park…...

11+ hour, 16+ min ago (222+ words) The stage is set for an epic championship clash as the Battle Ground Wildcats (12-1) and Franklin Road Panthers (11-1) prepare to face off Thursday at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga for the TSSAA Division II Class AA state title. The matchup features a compelling storyline of redemption for Battle Ground, last year's state runner-up, who will be looking to avenge its only loss of the season " a 21-14 defeat to the Panthers in their late September district rivalry game. Both teams enter the championship riding impressive momentum, with Battle Ground dominating Boyd-Buchanan 49-3 in the semifinals while Franklin Road handled Lausanne Collegiate 49-21. With championship dreams on the line and bragging rights at stake in this district rivalry rematch, Thursday's showdown promises to deliver one of the most anticipated finales in Tennessee high school football this season. Opening kickoff is set for 11 a.m. ET on Thursday,…...

12+ hour, 13+ min ago (85+ words) Three people were killed on Thursday morning on I-75 near Dalton when a vehicle that was being pursued by a deputy went into the southbound lanes and struck a semi head-on. Those killed were in the vehicle that crossed the median. The vehicle burst into flames after the crash. Another car was also damaged in the wreck. The freeway near Dalton was expected to be closed for a lengthy time, and officials said nearby Highway 41 was backed up for miles as well....

15+ hour, 17+ min ago (164+ words) - Jermaine Freeman Named To New UTC Post Of Executive" - Greg Beck Seeks New Term As District 5 County" - #RockyTop26: Vols Surge On National Signing Day For" - Mocs Sign 12 On National Signing Day Early Period - Chattanooga Holiday Market To Be Held In Knoxville Due" - Collegedale Selects Jon Holmes As New City Manager - County Commission Agrees To $500,000 Addition To Humane" Jermaine Freeman Named To New UTC Post Of Executive Director Of Economic And Workforce Development UTC announced that Jermaine Freeman, former chief of staff to Mayor Tim Kelly, has been appointed executive director of economic and workforce development, a new leadership position created to strengthen UTC's role in regional talent development and economic progress. Greg Beck Seeks New Term As District 5 County Commissioner #RockyTop26: Vols Surge On National Signing Day For Best Class Of Heupel Era Cooper's Double-Double Helps No. 19/17 UT Trim Stanford, 65-62 Chattanooga Holiday…...