Nashville, TN (WSMV) Country music icon Dolly Parton is bringing her signature sparkle to the fashion world.
The limited edition denim line is called “Dolly’s Joleans,” named after her famous song “Jolene.”
Parton is collaborating with the brand Good American, which was co-founded by Khloé Kardashian. The brand is the first fully inclusive fashion brand, which offers pieces from size 00 to 32 Plus.
The line features denim pieces and tops with shimmering rhinestones and other glitzy details.
Parton says the jeans will “make any butt look good.”
The collection will be available for a limited time online and in-stores starting April 3rd. Prices range from $79 to $229.
The limited edition denim line is called “Dolly’s Joleans,” named after her famous song “Jolene.” (Courtesy: WVLT)
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — With the federal REAL ID travel requirement taking effect on May 7, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security will open 19 Driver Services Centers across the state on Saturday, April 5, for REAL ID appointments only.
The special Saturday openings are being offered by appointment only and are limited to customers seeking a REAL ID. Appointments are available to customers who already have a valid Tennessee driver license or identification card and bring the required documentation. Appointments must be scheduled in advance at www.tnrealid.gov.
“This is all about being responsive to the needs of Tennesseans,” said Commissioner Jeff Long. “We know many people have work, school or family obligations during the week. That’s why we’re expanding access on a Saturday — to give customers more flexibility.”
May 7 Is a Federal Implementation Date — Not a Deadline to Get a REAL ID
The federal government will begin enforcing the REAL ID requirement on May 7, 2025, for certain types of identification. After that date, a REAL ID (or an alternative like a valid U.S. passport or military ID) will be required to:
Board commercial domestic flights
Enter secure federal facilities, such as military bases or federal buildings
Tennessee residents can continue to get a REAL ID after May 7th. There is no state-imposed deadline, and your existing Tennessee driver license or ID will remain valid for other purposes, such as driving, voting, or accessing emergency services.
“If you’re unsure whether you need a REAL ID, visit tnrealid.gov,” said Assistant Commissioner Russell Shoup. “If you don’t fly or access secure federal sites, you may not need one at all. But if you do, we want to make sure you have access to get one without stress.”
Pro Tip: Check Nearby Counties for Availability
Customers in urban or high-demand areas may consider booking appointments at Driver Services Centers in neighboring, less-populated counties where availability may be greater.
Participating Driver Services Centers
REAL ID Appointments Only – Saturday, April 5
East Tennessee:
Oak Ridge
Knoxville – Strawberry Plains
Rockwood
Bonny Oaks
Morristown
Johnson City
Middle Tennessee:
Hickory Hollow
Lebanon
Murfreesboro – Samsonite Blvd
Franklin
Columbia
Cookeville
Clarksville
West Tennessee:
East Shelby
Bartlett Express
Jackson
Oakland
Trenton
Savannah
For more information on REAL ID, required documents, and to schedule your appointment, visit www.tnrealid.gov.
Maryville, TN (WOKI) The federal government has canceled almost $1 million in food shipments to East Tennessee’s Second Harvest Food Bank.
Officials with Second Harvest say 21 tractor-trailer loads, more than 370,000 pounds of food, are paused due to a federal review of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Commodities Credit Corporation, the funding source for the food.
Second Harvest says the shipments were scheduled to arrive between April and July and that the cancellation will affect more than 31,000 East Tennesseans each month across each of the 18 counties they serve.
“The loss of these shipments is significant and impacts a critical element of our hunger-relief programs for communities in need,” – Executive Director Elaine Streno of Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest is taking steps to replace the products at this time.
“While we’re concerned by the diminished capacity to serve our neighbors, we remain committed to strengthening food access for East Tennesseans and provide adequate nutrition for a healthy life,” said Elaine Streno, executive director of Second Harvest. “This is a crucial time for our community to step up. We ask the public to continue supporting our hunger-relief efforts by hosting food drives and providing financial support. Together, we will provide adequate nutrition for more than 200,000 individuals who experience food insecurity.”
Matthew Blondell with Second Harvest said that families in East Tennessee who rely on food assistance may soon face shortages as major federal funding cuts to the USDA have disrupted food bank shipments nationwide.
For more information about Second Harvest’s food access programs, or to support: SecondHarvestETN.org.
Families in East Tennessee who rely on food assistance may soon face shortages. (Courtesy: WVLT)
KNOXVILLE – Motorists traveling on Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a temporary impact on traffic.
Beginning on Monday, March 31, and continuing through Saturday, April 5, the contractor will perform rolling roadblocks on Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) between Woodson Drive and Cherokee Trail. These rolling roadblocks will take place in short intervals (approximately 20 minutes each) and will be spaced out to allow traffic to return to normal flow between operations. These rolling roadblocks will be intermittent daily between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and are necessary to allow crews to safely mobilize equipment and perform rock excavation and clearing activities.
In addition, beginning on Monday, March 31, and continuing through Saturday, April 5, crews will be conducting flagging operations on the ramp from northbound Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) at the traffic signal at Cherokee Trail and along Cherokee Trail between the Alcoa Highway interchange and Medical Center Way. These flagging operations will take place daily between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and are necessary to allow crews to unload materials and for trucks to safely enter and exit the work areas.
Also, Life Star Road will be closed to thru traffic the nights of Wednesday, April 2 and Thursday, April 3, between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. to allow crews to install new storm drainpipe across the roadway. Motorists should avoid using Life Star Road during these times and use Medical Center Way as an alternate route.
This schedule is contingent on favorable weather conditions. Motorists are advised to expect delays and use extreme caution in this area as workers will be present.
As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and “Know Before You Go!” by checking travel conditions before leaving for your destination. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.
The Knoxville Fire Department says the sprinkler system at an apartment complex does it’s job and contains a fire to limit damage.
Crews were called to River View Park Apartments Friday night and saw flames from the door but found the sprinkler head had activated but there was significant damage to that apartment caused by water, as well as the area around the stove top where the fire started.
An Adult and child lived in the apartment and the American Red Cross is assisting both as well as the family who lives in the apartment directly below the fire which suffered water damage.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating after a student in Sevier County is hit by a car while waiting for their school bus this morning. (Friday)
The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened on East Union Valley Road near Seymour. The student was not hit by a school bus, but a car that was trying to go around the bus.
The juvenile was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries,.
Officials say the driver of the car has been charged and the bus was not moving at the time of the crash.
GEORGETOWN– Tennessee Bureau of Investigation special agents specializing in fire investigations, working alongside the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office, have arrested and charged a Georgetown man in connection with an arson investigation.
On June 15, 2023, agents began investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a detached garage at a home in the 3000 block of Sugar Creek Road in Georgetown. During the course of the investigation, authorities determined that the property owner, James Harry Burch (DOB 10/10/1958), was the individual responsible for starting the fire.
Burch was arrested on March 19th and charged with one count of Arson, one count of Burning Personal Property, one count of Filing a False Report, one count of Tampering with Evidence, one count of Insurance Fraud $10,000-$60,000, and one count of Insurance Fraud $60,000-$250,000. He was booked into the Meigs County Jail on $25,000 bond.
If you have information about an intentionally set fire, call the Tennessee Arson Hotline at 1-800-762-3017.
The first measles case of 2025 has been confirmed in the state, and it’s in Middle Tennessee.
Tennessee Department of Health says the infected person is recovering in their home.
Doctor Joseph Gigante with the Monroe Carell, Junior Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt says the spread of measles seems to be moving fast after starting in west Texas.
Tennessee health officials say measles is highly infectious and spreads through the air when an infected person speaks, coughs or sneezes.
Doctors say watch out for symptoms of small bumps, high fever, cough and a runny noise. Measles can also be fatal.
There’s an active national measles outbreak with over 300 cases in 11 states, including two deaths.
The first measles case of 2025 has been confirmed in the state, and it’s in Middle Tennessee.
Tennessee Department of Health says the infected person is recovering in their home.
Doctor Joseph Gigante with the Monroe Carell, Junior Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt says the spread of measles seems to be moving fast after starting in west Texas.
Tennessee health officials say measles is highly infectious and spreads through the air when an infected person speaks, coughs or sneezes.
Doctors say watch out for symptoms of small bumps, high fever, cough and a runny noise. Measles can also be fatal.
There’s an active national measles outbreak with over 300 cases in 11 states, including two deaths.
