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MCSO: Third suspect arrested after home invasion in McMinn Co.; fourth man remains at large
SUMMARY: A third suspect, John Barnes, has been charged with aggravated burglary in connection with a McMinn County home invasion. Barnes surrendered to authorities late last night, following the incident that occurred Thursday evening. The homeowner reported that several men broke in, brandishing rifles and demanding her jewelry before fleeing. Two suspects were arrested immediately after the crime, but police are still searching for 28-year-old Benjamin Croft. Anyone with information on Croft’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact the McMinn County Sheriff’s Office.
The McMinn County Sheriff’s Office initially reported four people were involved in the invasion. Deputies are now looking for Benjamin Croft.
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Davis Nolan’s Fishing Funtacular for August 2, 2025
SUMMARY: Davis Nolan’s Fishing Funtacular for August 2, 2025, highlights the vibrant fishing activity across Tennessee’s rivers and lakes. Fishermen, young and old, have shared their exciting catches, including first fish experiences like Whalen James Bray’s Spiderman pole catch, Reagan and Harper Matlock’s rainbow trout outing on the Elk River, and Lorenza Alvarez’s bluegill catch at Old Hickory Lake. Other notable catches include large mouth bass at various ponds, a 28.6-pound channel catfish at Chickamauga Dam, and family fishing adventures around the state. Many also venture to Florida’s Gulf Coast for red snapper. Viewers are encouraged to send photos of their catches to WKRN.
Davis Nolan’s Fishing Funtacular for August 2, 2025
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Women in legislatures across the US fight for ‘potty parity’
SUMMARY: Statehouses across the U.S. are addressing long-standing bathroom disparities for female lawmakers. In Kentucky’s Capitol, only two women’s stalls serve 41 female legislators, forcing them to weigh bathroom breaks against missing debates or votes, unlike men who have multiple facilities. A \$300 million renovation aims to add more women’s restrooms by 2028. Other states like Georgia and Tennessee also work to improve access in aging buildings originally designed only for men. These disparities highlight broader issues of inclusion and respect, as female legislators advocate for equitable facilities reflecting changing legislative demographics and gender equality in government spaces.
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How common is it to get Lyme disease in Tennessee? Justin Timberlake announces ‘debilitating’ diagnosis
SUMMARY: Lyme disease, often called the silent epidemic, gained attention after Tennessee native Justin Timberlake revealed his “debilitating” diagnosis following his two-year tour. Dr. Donald Dumford from Cleveland Clinic explained that Lyme disease is transmitted by ticks attached for 2-3 days and initially causes fever, mild joint pain, muscle aches, and a target-shaped skin lesion. Early treatment with antibiotics usually leads to recovery, but untreated cases can become chronic with symptoms like nerve pain and fatigue, as Timberlake experienced. Tennessee saw 39 cases in 2023, up 18% from 2022, while national cases rose 43% to 89,470. Most tick bites do not cause Lyme disease.
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