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By MOUSSA MOUSSA Associated Press SYDNEY (AP) — Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson are isolated in stable condition in an Australian hospital Thursday after contracting the new coronavirus, the actor and Australian officials said. The two-time Oscar winner is easily the most famous person yet to disclose they …

Saturday mornings for most people are dedicated to running errands, or waking up at the crack of dawn to catch all of the best garage sales. However, for 20-year-old Alexis Hodge, before she has even had time to wipe the crust from her eyes, she is already making a mental …

A sold out show at the taping of Bluegrass Underground, aired on PBS. Being in Tennessee, we have access to hundreds of music venues. In the home of country music, artists come here to show off their talents. Although options are boundless when wanting to see a concert locally, there …

College campuses not only encourage students to participate in internships, but most colleges require students to have at least one unpaid internship to graduate. However, unpaid internships do not pay the bills.  Unpaid internships allow companies to save money, benefiting from unpaid labor the students provide, leaving students struggling financially.  …

Nashville (AP) – Billy Ray Cyrus is a country music star who has always found a way to embedded himself in some of history’s biggest pop-culture moments. From his role on and off screen as the father of one the biggest pop star, Hannah Montana, to his feature on the …

By Lexxie Ortner HOLLYWOOD, CA (AP) – Harvey Weinstein, co-founder of the film production company Miramax, is seeing a faster trial than expected in New York City. Weinstein is accused of sexually abusive behavior by more than 80 women and charged with five counts of rape and sexual assault by …

LAS VEGAS (AP) – Many U.S. states are wanting to ban cosmetic testing on animals. Supporters argue that testing lotions, shampoos and makeup on small rodents such as mice and rabbits is cruel.  A growing number of states and corporations, including the maker of Dove and Degree, continue to support the …

By Anna Skiles The Mountain Heights Venue barn is situated next to a 3-acre pond. A local family is adding to the attraction of Chattanooga by building a wedding barn on a local mountain. As rustic barn weddings gain popularity across YouTube, social media, Pinterest, and HGTV, it made sense …

BY: Sallie Dean CHATTANOOGA—In 2017, four friends decided to challenge the local music scene, and they haven’t turned back since.  Punk is alive and well in Chattanooga, and it is evident in the members of Gumm.      Filled with powerful lyrics and hearty bass lines, Gumm’s music is nothing short …

The UTC Theatre Company will open the 2019/2020 season with Pulitzer Prize Finalist, “The Wolves” that features an American girls’ soccer team with speed, ferocity and humor.  “The Wolves” was written by Sarah DeLappe and is directed by Gaye Jeffers, Associate Professor in the Theatre Department. The play will feature creative work …