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The sun sets on McClung Tower. Feb. 16, 2026.
Permanent daylight savings could leave east Tennessee in the dark until 8:30 a.m.
Kiersten Collins, Summer Staff Writer

Daylight savings time may become the permanent standard time in all 50 states per the Sunshine Protection Act. This would put the country on the time currently observed from March to November, with the option for states to opt-out.  The Sunshine Protection Act was introduced in January of 2025...

The sun sets on McClung Tower. Feb. 16, 2026.
Permanent daylight savings could leave east Tennessee in the dark until 8:30 a.m.
Kiersten Collins, Summer Staff Writer • July 22, 2026

Daylight savings time may become the permanent standard time in all 50 states per the Sunshine Protection Act. This would put the country on the time currently observed from March to November, with the option for states to opt-out.  The Sunshine...

Tegan Kuhns (21) celebrates after a pitch in a game against Texas at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, Friday, May 8, 2026.
Tennessee baseball’s Tegan Kuhns selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026 MLB Draft
Theo Colli, Senior Staff Writer • July 11, 2026

Since 2022, Tennessee baseball has seen at least one player selected in the first round of the MLB Draft. ​ This marks now five straight seasons after right-handed pitcher Tegan Kuhns was selected on Saturday afternoon by the St. Louis Cardinals with...

The structural integrity of our favorite foods has been compromised by preservatives. But how bad are they, really?
Opinion: Why isn’t my ice cream melting?
Claire Thatcher, Staff Writer • May 11, 2026

We’ve all seen the video of the Chick-fil-A sandwich that doesn’t mold. After months left on the kitchen counter, it looks just as...

Since the boom of popularity of Noah Kahan’s "Stick Season" in 2022, he has quickly become one of the most well-loved artists today. Following his recent release of "The Great Divide," it’s become apparent that his time in the spotlight is far from over. However, for many people, something about Kahan resonates differently from other mainstream artists.
Opinion: A look into what makes Noah Kahan so universally loved — especially for college students
Flannery Lemmonds, Contributor • May 11, 2026

If you’ve been online in the past week, I’m sure you’ve heard the buzz about Noah Kahan’s new album: "The Great Divide." This much-anticipated...

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Local ways to celebrate 250 years of America
Kiersten Collins, Summer Staff Writer • June 27, 2026

The United States of America is turning 250 years old this upcoming Fourth of July, and Knoxville will be filled with many ways to celebrate....

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