Tennessee

Actors Josh Henderson and Linda Gray
Australian Nick O'Hern birdied the 14th, 15th and 16th holes to fire a 67 and grab a share of the overall lead
Jeff Maggert hits his tee shot on the 8th hole during his first round on Friday
John Merrick hits his tee shot on the par 4 17th hole during the first round
Rory McIlroy had been ranked as the world's number one  - but things have mysteriously gone very wrong
McIlroy said his round Thursday at the St Jude Classic in Memphis was "the best round of golf I've played in a while"
Chris Paul of the Los Angeles Clippers
The Predators delivered their best performance of the series to wrap it up on home ice
New legislation on education in Tennessee has been  labelled "the monkey law" by critics
Tennessee is to vote on a bill that would allow debate in public schools over theories like evolution
Tennessee could soon join nine other US states with laws promoting the teaching of creationism in schools
US Trade Representative Ron Kirk
Tennessee could soon join nine other US states with laws promoting the teaching of creationism in schools
Tennessee is to vote on a bill that would allow debate in public schools over theories like evolution
Fans of El Salvador react during the 2012 CONCACAF Men's Olympic Qualifying match
Peyton Manning said he selected the Broncos over San Francisco and Tennessee as his top choice
Santorum's campaigners appear undaunted by the long odds in the race
Santorum meets supporters at a Tennessee barbecue
Newt Gingrich (left) signs a rifle during a tour of a firearms factory in Newport, New Hampshire
Mitt Romney is campaigning in Georgia and Tennessee ahead of Super Tuesday

Paul McCartney to kick off world tour in Poland

Paul McCartney will kick off a world tour in Warsaw on June 22, four days after he turns 71, the former Beatle's official website annouced Wednesday.
 

Supreme Court takes up voter rights again

Voter rights were back on the agenda at the Supreme Court as the nation's top court took up a controversial law that requires stringent proof of citizenship for voter registration.
 

Romney: I'm not pessimistic about America

In his first major speech since his US presidential defeat, Mitt Romney urged fellow Republicans Friday to buck up and set course for the White House, as he sought to uplift conservatives.
 

Briton charged over threats to US schoolchildren

A British man was remanded in custody on Saturday after being charged with threatening to kill 200 US schoolchildren.
 

Moles sniff in stereo, US experiment shows

Moles need both nostrils to locate food underground, in the way that humans see and hear in stereo, according to research reported on Tuesday.
 

Willis primed to take torch from Lewis

Six-time Pro Bowler Patrick Willis says he welcomes the chance to take on the role as the NFL's premier linebacker, which will be left vacant by the retirement of Ray Lewis.
 

Willis primed to take torch from Lewis

Six-time Pro Bowler Patrick Willis says he welcomes the chance to take on the role as the NFL's premier linebacker which will be left vacant by the retirement of Ray Lewis.
 

Hill lost to Lakers for season after hip surgery

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jordan Hill underwent left hip surgery on Wednesday that will sideline him for the remainder of the season, the NBA club announced.
 

Nissan cuts price of electric Leaf

Nissan said it would slash the price of its pioneering all-electric Leaf sedan to boost sales, after a disappointing 2012.
 

Triumphant Detroit set to shine at auto show

The Detroit Three carmakers return triumphantly to their hometown auto show Monday flush with profits from popular vehicles and the rewards of successful -- though painful -- restructuring.
 

Redskins, Vikings nab last NFL playoff berths

With quarterback Robert Griffin III and fellow rookie Alfred Morris leading the way, the Washington Redskins beat Dallas 28-18 to capture the last NFL playoff berth.
 

US teachers take up arms to prevent mass shootings

Several US states are considering allowing school teachers to carry weapons, and educators, determined not to allow a repeat of the Newtown massacre, are flocking to training sessions.
 

Cowboys, Redskins battle for division crown

The battle for the NFL's NFC East division crown will come down to the wire on Sunday when the Washington Redskins host the Dallas Cowboys in the last game of the regular season.
 

Bengals, Colts reach playoffs while Vikings stun Texans

Cincinnati and Indianapolis qualified for the National Football League playoffs with narrow victories while Minnesota's post-season bid was boosted by an upset of Houston.
 

Bengals, Colts reach playoffs and Vikings stun Texans

Cincinnati and Indianapolis qualified for the National Football League playoffs with narrow victories on Sunday while Minnesota's post-season bid was boosted by an upset of Houston.
 

Bengals, Colts, Seahawks can reach playoffs with wins

The Cincinnati Bengals, Indianapolis Colts and Seattle Seahawks will clinch National Football League playoff berths with triumphs on Sunday while two last spots might not be settled until the last games.
 

Giants rule again as Japan seeks Classic threepeat

Two sets of Giants, San Francisco's and Tokyo's, won this year's elite baseball leagues while Japan prepared to seek a third World Baseball Classic title in 2013 with no Major League Baseball stars.
 

Pastor: Schools Teaching 'How To Be Homo' To Blame For Connecticut Shooting

A Tenn. pastor has said that a shooting massacre in Connecticut was the result of schools teaching kids 'how to be homo'. Pastor Sam Morris told his Old Paths Baptist Church congregation on Sunday that a shooting massacre in Connecticut was the result of schools teaching kids ?how to be homo.? Gunman Adam Lanza, 20, on Friday forced his way into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and killed 26 people, including 20 children, before taking his own life. Morris told his Fayetteville, Tennessee flock: ?Why do you still send your kids to the governmental schools? What's behind this shooting that we saw on Dec. 14 in Newtown, Connecticut and the other ones like it? What's going on. Well, number one, deception. ? I got news for you, when you kicked God out of schools, you're going to be judged for that.? ?When I got in high school, man, I started learning all this kingdom, phylum stuff, all this junk about evolution. And I want to tell you what evolution teaches, here's the
 

Gay Chorus Sings 'God Bless You Chick-Fil-A'

The One Voice Chorus of Charlotte, North Carolina performed 'God Bless You Chick-Fil-A' at its 2012 Holiday Show. The One Voice Chorus of Charlotte, North Carolina performed God Bless You Chick-Fil-A at its 2012 Holiday Show. The whimsical melody, arranged by Gerald Gurss, puts to music events from last summer, when the chicken chain's CEO, Dan Cathy, called gay marriage supporters ?arrogant,? prompting boycotts and buycotts of the eateries. (Related: Chick-Fil-A Wednesday supports Dan Cathy's gay marriage opposition.) ?If you lined up all the restaurants I've eaten at all my life. Golden arches, Dish the Pinkys, and every other local dive. Then you gave me the choice of where I'd want to eat today. It's a pretty tough decision, but it wouldn't be Chick-Fil-A!? Chorus: ?And I'm proud to be a homosexual where at least I know I'm free (except for certain rights). And I won't forget the chicken that died who gave their life for me. So I grab this sandwich, lust for it but put back down on
 

Bengals boost playoff bid by downing Eagles

BenJarvus Green-Ellis ran for 106 yards and a touchdown while Andy Dalton ran for one touchdown and threw for another to lead Cincinnati over Philadelphia 34-13 in an NFL game Thursday.
 

Facts from the Wikipedia page:

State of Tennessee
Flag of TennesseeState seal of Tennessee
FlagSeal
Nickname(s): The Volunteer State
Motto(s): Agriculture and Commerce
before statehood, known as
the Southwest Territory
Map of the United States with Tennessee highlighted
Official language(s)English
DemonymTennessean
CapitalNashville
Largest cityMemphis
Largest metro areaNashville Metropolitan Area
Area Ranked 36th in the US
 - Total42,169 sq mi
(109,247 km2)
 - Width120 miles (195 km)
 - Length440 miles (710 km)
 - % water2.2
 - Latitude34° 59′ N to 36° 41′ N
 - Longitude81° 39′ W to 90° 19′ W
Population Ranked 17th in the US
 - Total6,214,888 (2008 est.)[1]
 - Density138.0/sq mi  (53.29/km2)
Ranked 19th in the US
Elevation 
 - Highest pointClingmans Dome[2]
6,643 ft. ft  (2,025 m)
 - Mean900 ft  (280 m)
 - Lowest pointMississippi River[2]
178 ft  (54 m)
Admission to Union June 1, 1796 (16th)
GovernorPhil Bredesen (D)
Lieutenant GovernorRon Ramsey (R)
U.S. SenatorsLamar Alexander (R)
Bob Corker (R)
U.S. House delegation5 Democrats, 4 Republicans (list)
Time zones 
 - East TennesseeEastern: UTC-5/-4
 - Middle and WestCentral: UTC-6/-5
AbbreviationsTN Tenn. US-TN
Websitehttp://www.tennessee.gov