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OBITUARY: Brenda Jean Adams Heckert
Brenda Jean Adams Heckert, age 73 passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She leaves behind her two daughters, Tammy (Stephen) Buchanan and Brandy (Jonathan) Gill; grandchildren, Conner, Katie and Abigail Buchanan, Logan (Leanna) Gill; Elliana and Elijah Gill; great-grandchild, Jourdan Sithavong; Brenda’s siblings, Debra (Jay) Morrow, Donald (Anita) Adams, and Barbara Adams; and close cousin, Ricky Thomason.
MTSU’s Vattiato Named to AFCA Allstate Good Works Team
MURFREESBORO – The Allstate AFCA Good Works Team was announced today, and Middle Tennessee’s Nicholas Vattiato was named to the list. Vattiato, a redshirt junior with a 3.9 GPA, is coming off a season where he became just the third different quarterback in MTSU history to record a 3,000-yard passing season. The Plantation, Fla., native had 3,092 passing yards on 286 completions to go with 23 touchdowns.
OBITUARY: Rick Gilley
Rick Gilley, age 73, a man whose presence graced us with warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love. Rick was more than just a husband to Dora, father to Ricky and Michelle, and grandfather to Jacob, Austin, Bree and Ragan; brother to June Vaughn, Diane Hargrove and Danette Bailey; he was a pillar of strength and compassion who touched the lives of many throughout his remarkable journey.
OBITUARY: Donna Hiter Neal
Donna Hiter Neal, 80, of Nashville, TN, passed away July 12, 2024, at Alive Hospice after a long struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born March 23, 1944, in Nashville to Virgil and Thelma Montgomery Hiter. Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, James Wayne Neal. She leaves a...
Cumberland Men’s Soccer Releases 2024 Schedule
LEBANON, Tenn.–Cumberland University men’s soccer head coach Julian Lucumi announces the fall schedule featuring eight home contests. First-year head coach Julian Lucumi will take over the helm and start a new era of Cumberland Men’s Soccer with their first regular season game on August 17th. Lucumi was elevated to head coach during the summer and will take over last season’s Mid-South Conference Championship team that finished 12-5-3.
Tommee Profitt Announces Christmas Event at The Opry
Tommee Profitt, producer, songwriter, and award-winning composer for TV & Film, announces his third annual performance of THE BIRTH OF A KING – Live at the Grand Ole Opry House on December 12th. Tickets are now on sale here. This not-to-be-missed holiday spectacular sold out its first year in...
Mac McAnally Announces Show at The Ryman
Mac McAnally is set to take the stage of the iconic Ryman Auditorium on January 31, 2025, for “An Evening with Mac McAnally.” This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable night of music and storytelling, taking the audience on a captivating journey through decades of musical excellence. McAnally,...
How to Prevent Tick and Mosquito-Borne Diseases
As Tennesseans enjoy outdoor activities this summer, the Tennessee Department of Health reminds everyone to take simple and preventive steps to avoid mosquito-borne and tick-borne diseases. “Many of us are spending more time outdoors which is good for everyone, but it’s also important to take steps to protect yourself from...
WEATHER 7-18-2024
Cooler temps than what we have been experiencing seem to have moved in for the next several days and some relief to the drought will continue off and on through next week also. Sunday plans right now may be a little damp. Thursday. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly...
Seven Commodores Selected in 2024 MLB Draft
Seven Commodores were selected in the 2024 MLB Draft this week led by Bryce Cunningham and Carter Holton who were both taken in the second round. There have been multiple Commodores taken in every draft since 2004 with six or more players being selected in four consecutive drafts. All-time, Vanderbilt has more than 200 players selected in the MLB Draft including an NCAA-leading 152 since 2003.
Max’s 2024 Summer Movie Watch List
Max is the one to watch this summer, and home to Warner Bros. Pictures films, classics and new favorites from A24, the Studio Ghibli library, and award-winning films spanning multiple genres. The platform is showcasing its vast film library with curated summer watch lists of blockbusters, horror, family friendly films, and more.
Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital Earns Fourth Consecutive “A” Safety Rating from The Leapfrog Group
Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital (VBH) has once again received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers. This national distinction recognizes VBH’s work to safeguard patients from preventable harm and errors and marks the hospital’s fourth consecutive “A” rating.
Morgan Wallen Adds Second Neyland Stadium Show
“I’m coming home,” Morgan Wallen posted Monday, announcing his East Tennessee homecoming concert at Knoxville’s Neyland Stadium on Sunday, September 22. Millions of fans viewed the video set to “Rocky Top,” and snatched up hotel rooms across the city in anticipation of tickets going on sale Wednesday morning. The news has been met with such fervor that the 11-time Billboard Music Awards-winner has now added a second and final hometown show for Friday, September 20. Tickets go on-sale beginning Thursday, July 18 at 11 a.m. EST at MorganWallen.com.
Cody Johnson Scores a Hit with Anthem at MLB All-Star Game After Ingrid Andress’ Off-Key Performance
Country artist Cody Johnson performed the national anthem before the All-Star game in Texas on Tuesday night. On Monday evening, Ingrid Andress performed the anthem and fans have declared it as one of the worst renditions so far. Johnson, who wore a cream-colored blazer and matching cowboy hat, took to...
TSU Football Picked Fourth in Big South-OVC Preseason Poll
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee State football team was picked fourth in the Big South-OVC Preseason Poll as the league released the ranking ahead of Wednesday’s Virtual Media Day. 2024 Big South-OVC Predicted Order of Finish. UT Martin (5) – 61 Eastern Illinois (2) – 53 Southeast...
Hendersonville Conducting Long-Term Transportation Survey
The City of Hendersonville wants to hear from you!. A long-term transportation plan is underway to help guide city road projects over the next ten years. This is a great opportunity to tell the city what you currently like about Hendersonville roads and what you would like to see improved.
Over $300K in Grants Administered to Boost Recycling and Reduce Landfill Waste in Tennessee
July 17, 2024 – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation today announced $332,953 in grants for Education and Outreach and Organics Management for projects to help reduce landfill waste and increase recycling education in Tennessee. The grant program encourages and supports local communities to meet solid waste and...
Centennial Conservancy Accepting Grant Applications
Centennial Park Conservancy, a nonprofit organization committed to sustaining Centennial Park’s vibrancy, announced today that applications are open for Nashville Earth Day grants to support local environmental initiatives. Centennial Park Conservancy will donate $60,000, the proceeds from this year’s Nashville Earth Day festival, to underwrite environmental projects in public...
Montgomery Bell State Park to Host Star Viewing Event
A free public star viewing is taking place this weekend at Montgomery Bell State Park!. Go out and look at the night sky through local astronomy club, Barnard Seyfert Astronomical Society, volunteer’s telescopes. The Star viewing will be from 8:00pm – 10:00pm at the campground ballfield area. If...
10-year-old Boy Dies in Crash on Old Hickory Lake
A child has died following a jet ski crash on Old Hickory Lake on Tuesday, WSMV reports. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), Wilson County deputies responded to the crash around 4:30 p.m. where they found a 10-year boy suffering from his injuries. TWRA says the crash occurred...
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