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4 days ago
- Entertainment
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Kelly Clarkson, ex-husband Brandon Blackstock started their life together in Tennessee. What to know amid illness, Vegas postponement
Songstress and former Tennessee resident Kelly Clarkson announced the postponement of her Las Vegas show to be with her family. Clarkson's decision to take a break from her residency came on Aug. 6, when the singer announced on social media that the August dates of her Kelly Clarkson: Studio Sessions shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace will be postponed while she tends to her family after the announcement of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock's illness. 'While I normally keep my personal life private, this past year, my children's father has been ill and at this moment, I need to be fully present for them,' she wrote. The singer and talent manager had two children before they divorced. While Clarkson and Blackstock haven't been together for years, they started their life together in Tennessee. Here's what to know about Clarkson and Blackstock's marriage and what's happening now. When did Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock get married? The former couple first met at a rehearsal for the Academy of Country Music Awards in May 2006, but the two did not officially start dating until 2012 and got engaged in December 2012 at the Nashville home the two shared at the time. She shared the news on what is now X. "I'M ENGAGED!!!!!" she wrote. "I wanted y'all to know!! Happiest night of my life last night! I am so lucky and am with the greatest man ever." Clarkson and Blackstock tied the knot in 2013 at Blackberry Farm, which sits on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee. How many children do Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock have? Clarkson and Blackstock have two children together: daughter, River Rose, born on June 12, 2014, and son, Remington Alexander, born on April 12, 2016. Both children were born in Nashville. When did Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock get divorced? The two split in 2020, but their divorce was not finalized until 2022. Where does Kelly Clarkson live now? Clarkson and her children live in New York City now. What is Brandon Blackstock's illness? Not much has been released on Blackstock's illness or what he's been diagnosed with. Clarkson's post was the first public news on Blackstock being ill. USA TODAY contributed to this piece. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: What to know about Kelly Clarkson, ex Brandon Blackstock amid illness Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Automotive
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Austin Hill earns penalty following contact with Aric Almriola in NASCAR Xfinity Indianapolis race
NASCAR penalized Austin Hill for reckless driving after contact between his car and Aric Almirola in the final laps of the Pennzoil 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on July 26 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Hill got loose off the bumper of Almirola, who had the faster race car with nine laps to go in the event. After re-correcting, Hill turned left and made contact with Almirola, who made significant contact with the outside wall in turn 3. The No. 21 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet was held five laps for reckless driving, a modest penalty given the damage to the race car impacting the rest of his day. Hill said on the radio after the crash that he wasn't trying to wreck Almirola, then disagreed strongly to the news of NASCAR's penalty with an expletive-filled response. Almirola told the CW broadcast after being released from the infield care center that it was clearly intentional from his vantage point, and criticized Hill for his actions given previous comments from Hill about being an example for the younger drivers in the series. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Austin Hill earns penalty for contact with Aric Almriola at NASCAR Xfinity Indianapolis
USA Today
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
What Derrick Lewis said to Trump after knockout win at UFC Nashville
(This story first appeared in the Nashville Tennessean.) The post-victory celebration has become a calling card for UFC all-time knockout leader Derrick Lewis. But despite a handful of now-legendary moments in the aftermath of his previous wins, none has topped what followed his highlight-reel first-round knockout over undefeated Tallison Teixeira in the main event of UFC's Fight Night from Nashville on July 12 at Bridgestone Arena. After his signature pound against the canvas and stripping of the shorts, Lewis hopped on the phone with President Donald Trump, thanks to some assistance from UFC CEO Dana White. "(It ranks) probably No. 1," Lewis said of the celebration. "Just because the president had called me. We started talking about business and I told him wait until I get to the White House and we'll really talk. It was pretty cool to have the president talk to me." Lewis (29-12) made his case to feature on a proposed summer 2026 UFC card that White and Trump are working to bring to the White House, an event virtually every fighter on the card expressed interest in being a part of. White said while Trump wasn't able to attend Nashville's event in person, he was tuned in, and when Lewis asked White to put him on the phone, he did his part. The celebration was in the aftermath of Lewis' record-extending 16th career UFC knockout, which came just 35 seconds into his bout against the 6-foot-7 Teixeira. Lewis had entered as an underdog after 14 months out of the octagon. Teixeira (8-1) had begun his career with eight first-round finishes, but it was Lewis who blitzed him out of the gate, landing a thunderous left hand to the chin that sent Teixeira tumbling to the ground, where Lewis would finish the show. "I was acting like something was in my eye and I was waiting for him to get a little closer," Lewis said in the post-fight news conference. "I was really trying to sell it . . . and that's what happened. I caught him." It had been nearly two years since the UFC's previous trip to Nashville, and more than 17,000 fans packed into Bridgestone Arena to see the action, generating $2.2 million at the gate, according to White. While Lewis hails from Houston, he believes the Nashville crowd rivals any he has fought in front of, including his hometown fans. "It's crazy. It was too loud," he said. "It got louder than the Houston crowd, so it was pretty cool." Nashville has emerged as a combat sports destination this summer, with the PFL's World Tournament in June before bare knuckle boxing debuted in Tennessee later that month. And White believes Nashville is a location the UFC will continually look to return to after another successful show. "We will get back to Nashville as much as possible . . . (the fans) don't play here, man. If you start grappling for 30 seconds they go crazy," White said. "They want to see knockdown, drag 'em out fights here and (it's) obviously a very educated crowd. Everything about Nashville is fun, including the crowd."
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- General
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When is the next full moon? What Tennesseans need to know about July's 'Buck Moon' 2025
Summer's second full moon, often called the "Buck Moon" will soon make an appearance. Like many other full moon names, July's full moon is rooted in natural cycles and cultural traditions, marking a moment when nature's rhythms are visible in the night sky. Here's what to know. July's full moon will rise on July 10. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the Buck Moon will reach peak illumination at 3:37 p.m. Central Time when it will be below the horizon. Sky gazers should plan to look towards the southeast after sunset to watch it rise into the sky. July's full Moon is called the "Buck Moon" because it coincides with the time when male deer begin growing their antlers. Like many full moon names, it originates from a mix of Native American, colonial American and European traditions, as recorded by The Old Farmer's Almanac. Historically, the names referred to the entire lunar month, not just the night of the full moon. Other moon names also reflect seasonal animal behavior, such as "Feather Moulting Moon" (Cree) and the "Salmon Moon," a Tlingit term marking the return of salmon for harvest. More: Milky Way season is here. How to see the cosmic show in Nashville on Fourth of July and beyond Here are the rest of the full moons for 2025: Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon Sept. 7: Harvest Moon Oct. 6: Hunter's Moon Nov. 5: Beaver Moon Dec. 4: Cold Moon Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for the Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@ or follow her on X at @_leyvadiana This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: When is July's full moon? When to see the Buck Moon
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Climate
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Nighttime severe weather possible for Nashville, Middle Tennessee, NWS says
Nashville and areas northwest of the city, including Clarksville, might see some isolated, intense weather June 18 as more nighttime thunderstorms are expected to move through the region. The National Weather Service increased the threat for Nashville from their June 17 predictions. "It's a low risk still, but storms are looking better organized for severe weather this evening and during the overnight hours," the weather service said in their 4 a.m. update. The storms will likely move into the region in two waves: one from the northwest corner around 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. and the second from the same area around 11 p.m. "Damaging winds remain the primary threat tonight with a low threat for large hail and an even lower threat for tornadoes," the weather service said. The region will dry out for the weekend. "Highs will warm into the low- to mid-90s over the weekend. The humidity will be sticking around and this will push max heat index values to around 100 Saturday and above the century mark Sunday," the weather service said. If you've got Juneteenth plans June 19, bring an umbrella. Showers and thunderstorms are likely, mainly before noon, the weather service said, with a 60% chance of rain. "Can't rule out a few stronger storms with wind and hail being the main threats," the weather service said. Otherwise, it'll be partly sunny with a highs in the low- to mid-80s. It will likely be dryer by the time the city's fireworks start at the annual Juneteenth celebration at Fort Negley. June 18: Some showers and thunderstorms possible during the day with highs near 91. Nighttime storms, some severe, to last overnight. Lows around 71. June 19: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before noon, otherwise partly sunny with highs in the low- to mid-80s. Lows around 68 in the evening. June 20: Sunny, with a high near 92 and overnight lows around 72. June 21: Sunny, with a high near 94. Evening hours will be clear with lows around 73. June 22: Sunny, with a high near 96 and overnight lows around 75. June 23: Rain might return with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms with highs near 96. Overnight lows around 75. June 24: Rain could continue with 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs near 96 and lows around 74. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville weather: Severe threat increases for Middle Tennessee
