Mix Mornings on MixTV.tv 05-08-26
Mix Mornings Hot Topics:
Free Biscuits for Heroes: Steve and Bridget remind all teachers and nurses to head to The Chef on Key Street for a free chicken or sausage biscuit until 9:00 AM.
Mother’s Day Giveaway: The team highlighted a massive prize package for the "Mother Like No Other" contest, including dinner for four, roses, and a polar pizza.
Graduation Fever: The hosts discussed the busy commencement schedule, including Bob Pritchard’s traditional cap toss and the excitement of graduation week.
News Headlines:
The top story this morning focuses on Nashville, where Governor Bill Lee has signed a new redistricting plan into law. The map breaks apart the Memphis-based 9th Congressional District, leading to a lawsuit from the NAACP Tennessee State Conference, which argues the move weakens Black political representation. Locally, Senator Adam Lowe and Representatives Dan Howell and Kevin Raper voted in favor of the measure.
In other news, Governor Lee signed legislation expanding the Education Freedom Scholarship Act, increasing the number of available scholarships to 35,000. Additionally, graduation season is in full swing; Walker Valley held its ceremony last night, with Cleveland High School (tonight), Lee University, Tennessee Christian, and Bradley Central (tomorrow) following closely behind.
Sports Headlines:
Regional baseball action saw tough losses for local teams, as both Bradley Central and Cleveland fell in the region tournament in Shelbyville. The two rivals are now set to face off in the losers' bracket this Sunday afternoon at 5:00 PM Eastern. On the diamond, Bridget highlighted her nephew Jamieson Baggett’s rare "bunt RBI triple" during Bradley's game against Cookeville.
In soccer news, the Cleveland Middle School boys' program has advanced to a historic sectional final—the first ever of its kind for middle schoolers—taking place tomorrow at 1:00 PM. Meanwhile, Walker Valley and Cleveland High will battle for the district soccer championship today at noon. Finally, the NCAA announced a significant expansion of the men's and women's basketball tournaments to 76 teams.
Guest Interviews:
7:20 AM -
Cleveland Middle School Boys Soccer program members joined us today on Mix Mornings to discuss their historic season & upcoming sectionals match against Sevier County on Saturday, May 9, at 1 PM!
Watch the interview:https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=ZgP1QbmX2Gaad5K5&t=1106
7:45 AM -
Patrick Spangler, Principal of Bradley Central High School, stopped by the studio today to talk about Bradley's graduation ceremony tomorrow, May 9, at 7:30 PM! Watch the graduation live on MixTV.TV!
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=WqDOBEtQ_H1yk_nE&t=2613
8:10 AM -
Missy Matthews, Bradley County Register of Deeds Elect, joined us on-air today to discuss her emotional election night and issued a critical warning regarding "Green Envelope" mail scams targeting local property owners for deed copies.
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=yDFLdkXTZNo-JgRn&t=4189
8:30 AM -
Our friends from Bowater Credit Union joined us today on Mix Mornings to announce this week's winner of the Mix 104.1 Spring Home Refresh giveaway!
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=Fqxy-AtcshwnDme8&t=5145
8:45 AM -
The leaders of E.L. Ross Elementary's "Launching Leaders" program joined us today on Mix Mornings along with their three finalists for the "Principal for a Day" competition!
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=NFSM6Ag97tL3GMIP&t=6310
9:15 AM -
Owners/Management of Superior Fitness joined us today on Mix Mornings to discuss their 24/7 facility, the importance of childcare for fitness-minded families, and their new jiu-jitsu classes.
Visit superiorfitnesstn.com to claim a free day pass.
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=JMrznwrf7jbJm5c7&t=8120
9:26 AM -
Samara Russell, with the Letter Carrier's Union / USPS joined the show to promote the "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive taking place tomorrow, May 9! Residents can leave non-perishable goods by their mailboxes for carriers to collect or drop off items at the main post office at 1981 Keith Street!
Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/live/XGofcYkKiHE?si=BBcVlZadIah_ghWa&t=8797