Good morning, Hendersonville.

State lawmakers pledged state funding for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in the 2027 budget with an estimated cost of $10-15 million, noted a Tuesday press release - the program will help nearly 70 percent of children receive free books for early literacy.

Tennessee law divides electric bikes into three classes with set speed limits and helmet rules; Class 1 and 2 bikes may be ridden where regular bikes go while Class 3 bikes face restrictions+ riders must use helmets, carry speedometers, and avoid unsanctioned modifications to prevent a misdemeanor.

Tuesday night, the Predators traded 24-year-old forward Luke Evangelista to the Devils for two 2028 draft picks — including Colorado’s first-rounder — in a move to boost team depth, and he will return to Bridgestone Arena on Feb.

16 for a matchup.

Liberty Creek junior pitcher Drew Massey committed to Jacksonville State on Tuesday and earned honors as District 9-3A MVP and TN Sports Writers Association All-State selection.

He comes from a baseball family (including former Mr. Baseball winner Seth Massey) and is the second Division I commit from Sumner County.