Three things for January 28
1. U.S. Military plane crashes in Afghanistan
A U.S. military plane carrying “less than five on-board” crashed on Monday in Ghazni Province, a Taliban-controlled area of central Afghanistan, according to the Associated Press.
The Taliban took responsibility for the crash, but U.S. forces in Afghanistan do not have clear indications the plane was shot down.
"While the cause of crash is under investigation, there are no indications the crash was caused by enemy fire,” U.S. Forces Afghanistan Spokesman Col. Sonny Leggett tweeted. “We will provide additional information as it becomes available.”
2. At least eight dead in Alabama fire on Monday
A fire that broke out in Scottsboro, Alabama, early Monday has left eight dead and 35 vessels destroyed at Jackson County Park along the Tennessee River, according to NBC News. The blaze was reported around 12:40 a.m. on Monday.
“At this point, we can confirm eight fatalities," said Scottsboro Fire Chief Gene Necklaus.
The authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire and number of casualties. Multiple boaters were treated at a local hospital while the search for missing people is ongoing. The county park is known among locals for recreational camping, fishing and hiking.
3. Senior Honors Concert this Thursday
A Senior Honors Concert will take place Thursday, Jan. 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the Squires Recital Hall. Students will give voice and instrumental performances on works by various artists.
This event is free, non-ticketed and open to the public. For more information about the event, contact the School of Music at (423) 614-8240.
