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Tourism officials and businesses see visitors return to Douglas Lake area 6 months after Helene
SUMMARY: Nearly six months after Hurricane Helen devastated Douglas Lake, local businesses and tourism officials are beginning to see signs of recovery. Sarah Atman reports that the Big Bass Classic Tournament is currently taking place, marking the first fishing event since the storm, which had previously been canceled. Officials noted the significant economic impact the tournament brings, as it attracts thousands of anglers to the area. Although businesses like H2O Sports are still recovering and facing diminished bookings, the event brings hope for a strong upcoming season. Cleanup efforts have made progress, and leaders express optimism as summer approaches.
The first local fishing tournament since Hurricane Helene took place on Douglas Lake Friday afternoon.
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Mobile opioid addiction treatment in Tennessee requires workarounds, for now
SUMMARY: Belmont University is launching two mobile units funded by $6.4 million in opioid settlement money to provide harm reduction and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction, focusing on transient and unhoused populations. MAT, which uses drugs like buprenorphine (Suboxone), eases withdrawal symptoms and lowers overdose risk but can’t be dispensed outside clinics under Tennessee law. The mobile teams offer wound care, primary care, and mental health services, connecting patients to brick-and-mortar clinics for treatment and transportation. Security concerns also limit on-site dispensing. Similar mobile MAT efforts in Tennessee and Rhode Island highlight regulatory and community challenges.
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STUDY: 14% of Tennesseans feel lonely
SUMMARY: A study by mental health provider A Mission For Michael found that 14% of Tennesseans feel lonely, with 4.6% (261,451 people) reporting they are “always lonely.” The highest chronic loneliness rates are in Haywood and Lewis counties (5.5%), while Williamson and Hamilton counties have the lowest (4.4%). Loneliness varies across Tennessee, and persistent loneliness can severely impact well-being. Executive Director Anand Mehta emphasized the importance of professional support to help individuals cope and connect. Nationally, Tennessee ranks low in loneliness compared to Mississippi (71%) and other states. The study used surveys and county health data for comprehensive analysis.
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Immigrant detainees begin arriving at former prison in rural Tennessee town
SUMMARY: Immigrant detainees have begun arriving at the West Tennessee Detention Facility in Mason, a former prison converted into an ICE detention center operated by CoreCivic. The facility reopened after Mason officials approved agreements with ICE and CoreCivic despite public opposition. The prison, closed in 2021 under a Biden administration order, was reopened following Trump’s reversal to support mass deportations. CoreCivic claims the center will create nearly 240 jobs and generate significant tax revenue for Mason, a financially struggling majority-Black town. However, concerns persist over detainee mistreatment, with CoreCivic facing fines and lawsuits related to abuse and understaffing at Tennessee prisons.
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