How Helene's path created destruction in East Tennessee – and why reservoirs mattered

Tennessee Ernie Ford - Sixteen Tons (1955) "Sixteen Tons," performed by Tennessee Ernie Ford in 1955, became an iconic anthem reflecting the struggles of American workers, particularly coal miners. With Ford's deep baritone, the song vividly depicts the harsh realities of labor and debt under the company store system. Originally written by Merle Travis in 1946, inspired by the coal mining hardships in Kentucky, the song resonated with Ford, whose rendition cemented its place in American music hi

Rare Debossed Dr Pepper Bottle Found in Creek! | 10:2:4 History! We just uncovered a rare debossed Dr Pepper bottle from Dyersburg, Tennessee! 🍶 Unlike embossed bottles where the lettering sticks out, this unique collectible features sunken lettering a design Dr Pepper pioneered. The bottle even carries the iconic 10:2:4 slogan, a clever reminder from the 1930s–40s that you’re most tired at 10 AM, 2 PM, and 4 PM the perfect times to grab a Dr Pepper. This sleek design, combined with its rarity