News from the South - Tennessee News Feed
Murder victim's daughter speaks as death row inmate works to get exonerated
SUMMARY: Tommy Griffin and Connie Brandham were murdered in the early 1990s, and the wounds remain for their loved ones. Gary Sutton, convicted of their killings, is seeking to be removed from death row, claiming he is innocent. Connie’s daughter, Sandy Brandham, and Tommy’s niece, recalls fond memories but feels deeply affected by the loss. Their family members, including their mother Viola, struggled with their disappearance. While Sutton maintains his innocence, Sandy believes he is guilty and wishes for a life sentence instead. A Tennessee lawmaker is reconsidering Sutton’s case, but the Governor has not responded to requests for review.
Tommy Griffin and Connie Branam were shot and killed in 1992. Now, one of the men convicted in their killings is working to get off death row.
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Mic'd Up: Gibbs High head coach Brad Turner
SUMMARY: The speaker is discussing game strategy, emphasizing the importance of communication and decision-making regarding kick-offs. They highlight the challenges posed by the wind and caution players to avoid mistakes, particularly when the ball falls off the tee. Players are advised to let go of balls that go over their heads if they’re positioned deep near the 10-yard line. The focus is on catching the ball in front when it’s within reach and being aware of the kicking direction. Overall, the message stresses teamwork and awareness in battling tough conditions during the game.
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Evening Weather (9/15): A few showers possible Sunday afternoon under a mostly clear sky
SUMMARY: Sunday was a beautiful day with clouds parting to reveal blue skies by evening. Temperatures reached a high of 87ยฐF, slightly above normal but cooler than Saturday. Good dew points kept it comfortable. September 17 will feature a nearly full Harvest Moon, expected to rise at 7:36 PM. A potential tropical cyclone is spinning offshore of the Carolinas, possibly developing into a tropical storm before landfall. Forecasts suggest it may bring scattered showers and cloud cover mid-week, with rain chances peaking on Tuesday. Overall, temperatures will remain in the middle 80s as fall begins next Sunday.
Although spotty showers are possible each day through Tuesday, most will remain dry with high temps topping out in the middle to lower 80s.
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Historic sycamore tree to be removed in Rutherford County
SUMMARY: The last surviving sycamore tree, originally planted at the Rutherford County Courthouse, is set to be removed in November due to its poor health, with an estimated age of 179 to 184 years. Despite attempts to save it, the tree cannot be preserved. However, a plan allows it to continue living: Rutherford County’s mayor has ordered a graft from the existing tree, enabling the planting of a genetically identical sycamore at the courthouse in the future.
The last surviving sycamore tree originally planted at the corners of the Rutherford County courthouse has been scheduled to be removed in November.
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