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Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing 1

The driver of a Miley Cyrus tour bus was killed Friday when the bus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star wasn't on board, Virginia State Police said. More>>

Winfrey: Prayer, careful thought influenced exit Video included

Holding back tears, Oprah Winfrey told her studio audience Friday that she would end her show in 2011 after a quarter-century onthe air, saying prayer and careful thought led her to her decision. More>>

Tickets go on sale soon for next year's Bonnaroo

The dates for next year's Bonnaroo and ticket prices have been confirmed, but fans will have to wait a little longer to find out what acts will be playing. More>>

Midnight madness for Knoxville 'Twilight' opening Video included

Thursday night, "Twilight" madness began for the midnight showing of "New Moon." More>>

Regal premieres 'New Moon' in Knoxville Video included

Fans lined up Tuesday night as Regal welcomed two stars of "New Moon," the second movie in the highly popular "Twilight" series, in a benefit premiere. More>>

New exhibit highlights offbeat Tennessee legends

Tennessee has plenty of legendary people and places, but a new exhibit at the Tennessee State Library uncovers the truth about the state's best-known myths and tales. More>>

Country singers band against coal mining

A group of music figures has begun a campaign against mountaintop coal removal. More>>

Dolly, Charlie Daniels get stars on Music City Walk of Fame

Dolly Parton, Charlie Daniels and Kid Rock have been given stars on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville along with the late Ernest Tubb and Tootsie's Orchid Lounge founder Hattie Louise Bess. More>>

Sundance Film Festival expanding to Nashville

The annual Sundance Film Festival is expanding to Nashville and seven other cities. More>>

Country singer talks to Fort Hood heroine before Knoxville concert Video included

Military officials say the say his rampage at Fort Hood could have been much worse if not for the actions of a civilian police officer. More>>

Woman claims Hamblen Co. Halloween challenge made her sick

"Frightmare Manor," a haunted house a few miles from Morristown is a hit, but an optional challenge on site modeled after the television show 'Fear Factor' literally became one woman's nightmare. More>>

Appeals Court rules for Bible Park rezoning

The Tennessee Court of Appeals at Nashville has ruled in favor of a rezoning that would allow a Bible-based theme park to be built in Rutherford County. More>>

Writer Agee being honored at Univ of Tennessee

The University of Tennessee is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of writer James Agee with a series of events beginning Friday. More>>

Johnny Cash recording to be released with new documentary

An unreleased recitation by Johnny Cash will be available as part of a new documentary examining Cash's patriotism and views on America. More>>

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One Tank Trips
Trips you can take in East Tennessee on just one tank of gas.   more >>

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