SUMMARY: Children will bring stories to life at the Knoxville Children’s Theater, showcasing their latest production, “James and the Giant Peach.” Anchor Katie Imman highlights the excitement of young actors as they practice for the show, which has been underway since November. Director Dennis praises the creativity and joy these kids bring, emphasizing the theater’s mission to inspire leadership and self-confidence. The theater offers a full season with ten shows, including “Mean Girls Jr.” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Although opening night is sold out, tickets are available for performances running until February 2. Visit the theater’s website for details.

Kids have a chance to bring stories to life on stage at the Knoxville Children’s Theatre and their newest show is proof of that.

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SUMMARY: House Democratic Caucus Chairman John Ray Clemmons criticized an upcoming special session in Tennessee focusing on school choice and disaster relief, calling it an “affront to Tennessee families.” Governor Bill Lee’s three-day session includes a $450 million disaster relief package and educational reforms. Clemmons accused Lee of using the disaster relief as leverage for advancing a school voucher program, stating he could have acted sooner. Democrats likened the session to “hostage taking,” arguing that it unfairly forces a choice between aiding disaster victims and undermining public education. Despite opposition, a poll shows 67% of Tennesseans support school choice.

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SUMMARY: Gov. Bill Lee announced a special session of the Tennessee General Assembly starting on Jan. 27 to discuss school vouchers, disaster relief, and other issues. The session will focus on passing the “Education Freedom Act,” expanding school vouchers statewide, and providing additional disaster relief for Hurricane Helene victims. It will also address illegal immigration and public safety measures. Democrats criticized Lee for linking voucher expansion to urgent storm recovery, calling it a political move. They argued that the focus should be on aiding communities affected by the hurricane, rather than advancing controversial policies.

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