- Apparently there were some rumors floating around this week that one Miss Dolly Parton had kicked the bucket. But alas, the Dolly scoffs at death. [WSMV]
- The Tennessee State Fair is going dry this year and only selling alcohol at the grandstand events. Guess we’ll be keeping up our reputation after all. [Tennessean]
- Between Bigfoot, water wars, and the Russian invasion, we’re thinking our neighbors to the south may need their own heading soon: This time the Georgians are trying to break the world record for Most Scarecrows In One Location. [WSMV]
- The coast is clear, say the feds. You can totally binge on all the tomatoes and jalapeños you want. Can someone tell Taco Bell to take down their “DANGER: JALAPEÑOS” sign? [WSMV]
Photo by Jason DeRusha.