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APSU raises over $12.6 million in 2024 fiscal year, topping national trend for 3 years
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University received 6,094 gifts and pledges from 2,553 donors and achieved a fundraising total of over $12.6 million during the 2024 fiscal year. Over the last three years, APSU has had a 6.2% increase in its number of donors and a 39% increase in its number of gifts.
55th Nashville Film Festival Reveals First Confirmed Titles incl. ‘Linda Perry: Let It Die Here’
While the full slate of programming, including over 150 films, will be announced later, the 55th Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) taking place from September 19–25, 2024 confirmed the first six official selections. The confirmed films are Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story, Bob Trevino Likes It, Boys Go...
Shelby County 6U All-Star Team's World Series Journey Continues
July 20, 2024 - The Shelby County 6U All-Star team represents the State of Texas in the Diamond Youth Softball World Series play which started Thursday, July 18 in Fairview, Tennessee. In game one on Thursday, Texas faced Louisiana in pool play and won 14 to 2 to advance to...
City of Chattanooga opens Lupton Mills Meadow, transforming eyesore into ecological haven
LUPTON CITY, Tenn. — A years-long effort to transform property in one Chattanooga neighborhood from industrial to pastoral is now complete. The Lupton Mills Meadow opened Saturday, and it sits at the former site of Lupton Mills in the Lupton City community. Features of the park include a 12-acre...
Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Bell Buckle, Tennessee
Built in 1883, the Cumberland Presbyterian Church is in the picturesque town of Bell Buckle, Tennessee. The Gothic Revival church is now abandoned. It is a contributing property to the Bell Buckle Historic District.
News in Clarksville: Longer recess, county budget cuts, landfill stench solution and other top stories this week
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Here’s a look at the top local news stories from Clarksville Now this week. Following push from parents, CMCSS elementaries create longer recess times: Currently, CMCSS schools provide only 15-20 minutes of outside recess time. For the 2024-25 school year starting next month, that has been extended to 30 minutes. READ MORE.
Emancipation Day Block Party to be held at Dixon Park in Clarksville
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – An Emancipation Day block party is planned on Aug. 3 from 5-10 p.m. in Dixon Park. The celebration will feature Xzaundra and BWA, Tammy Hall, Burt Steppers and D.J. Folley, plus vendors, music, dance contests, food and prizes. Aug. 8 is Emancipation Day in...
Connect with Montgomery County employees at Downtown Commons
CLARKSVILLE, TN – The first County Connections event will be hosted at Downtown Commons on July 25 from 5:30-7 p.m. The event, which was presented by County Parks & Recreation Director Sally Read, is an opportunity to talk to people who serve the residents of Montgomery County through their work in local government, to gain better knowledge of the difference in services between county and city government and have fun.
Update on Nashville Predators and Spencer Stastney arbitration negotiations
As the Nashville Predators look to keep their reputation alive of having a formidable defensive corps, a key part of that future is Spencer Stastney. The Predators went out and signed Brady Skjei in free agency and figures to be put on the top pairing with Roman Josi. Alexandre Carrier was re-signed, somewhat unexpectedly, and will likely rejoin Jeremy Lauzon on the second pairing.
Chilling testimony alleges murder suspect asked others for help disposing of High Point University student’s body
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — The trial of a man accused of killing a High Point University student in 2021 before fleeing to Tennessee has begun. Michael Cadogan is accused of killing Gianna Delgado, who was 19 and attending High Point University at the time. Cadogan was 24 at the time of the killing. Authorities […]
Trooper ‘doing much better’ after shooting, family says
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Trooper Adam Cothron, who was shot on Interstate 40 on Friday night, is ‘doing much better’ according to a post from his family on Facebook. District Attorney Bryant Dunaway shared Gena Cothron’s post where she described his injury. She wrote the bullet is not lodged in his spinal column like they originally thought. Instead, it’s in the area of his right scapula improving the odds of mobility in his legs.
Vigil held for 7-year-old allegedly drowned by mom
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A vigil was held Saturday night to remember 7-year-old Piper Elliott. Earlier this week Piper died after a drowning in Drakes Creek. Police said her mother, Brandi Elliott, told them she was having a rough day and her daughter wouldn’t leave her alone. The arrest report said Elliott told her daughter to “be quiet” as she held her underwater. She later tried to revive her with CPR. Piper died later at the hospital.
Vanderbilt football stunningly receives votes to win the SEC in 2024
The Virginia Tech football team will open the season next month on Labor Day Weekend against SEC foe Vanderbilt on the road in Nashville. The Commodores are rebuilding in the very tough SEC, but some people think they are way ahead in their rebuild. This past week, the SEC held...
Juvenile male grazed by bullet on 4th Avenue, police say
Chattanooga, Tenn. — A juvenile male was shot over the weekend on 4th Avenue, according to the Chattanooga Police Department (CPD). CPD says this happened in the 3300 block of 4th Avenue on Saturday around noon. According to a release from the department, officers found the victim with a...
Mike Vrabel Tried His Best Not To Smirk On The Sidelines When He Took Advantage Of A Rule Loophole Against Bill Belichick
On Friday's Pardon My Take... MIKE VRABEL! The former Head Coach of the Tennessee Titans and current consultant for the Cleveland Browns joined Mr. Cat and Mr. Commenter on the show from Lake Tahoe to talk about what he’s doing now, football, if he could beat up Luke Fickell, the time he stole time from Belichick, and tons more.
Grand Jury issues indictments for endangerment, drug trafficking crimes
A Christian County Grand Jury issued indictments for wanton endangerment, drug trafficking and abuse-related crimes on Friday. Charles Berry, age 27 of Hopkinsville, was indicted on multiple drug charges after Hopkinsville Police executed a probation violation warrant against Berry and reportedly found him to be in possession of drugs in May. Berry was indicted on charges of first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance, trafficking in synthetic drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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