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Judge rules against releasing Covenant shooter's writings, citing federal Copyright Act
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Davidson County judge will not be releasing journals written by The Covenant School shooter anytime soon. The decision was made by Chancellor I'Ashea L. Myles just before midnight on July 4. In the year following the shooting that claimed six innocent lives at the...
Transparency advocates worried Covenant documents ruling opens door to hide future crimes
This story is a partnership between the Nashville Banner and the Nashville Post. The Nashville Banner is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization focused on civic news. Visit nashvillebanner.com for more information. After weeks of delay, Davidson County Chancellor I’Ashea Myles ruled that the Covenant School shooter’s writings would not be...
Nashville Metro Offices to Close for Independence Day with Extended Break for Some Departments
Nashville residents and workers take note: the city is taking a two-day breather to celebrate Independence Day. According to an official announcement from the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, most Metro Offices will close on Thursday, July 4, in observance of the national holiday, and several are taking an extra day off on Friday, July 5.
Davidson County New Business Licenses for July 4, 2024
These are the latest business licenses in Davidson County for June 20 to July 4, 2024, from the Tennessee County Clerk. You can find other business license news right here!. If you are interested in keeping up-to-date with the latest developments of new businesses establishing themselves in your local area, or if you are simply curious about the latest start-ups emerging in your town, then this article is the perfect resource for you.
Nashville’s Metro Arts Expands Art Lending Library to More Branches, Supports Local Artists
Source: Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. The Metro Nashville Arts Commission (Metro Arts) has announced an expansion of their Lending Library Collection at the Nashville Public Library, as reported by the Nashville Office of Arts + Culture. This celebration is set to open with fifty-three new artworks at the Mezzanine Gallery of the Main Branch. Starting July 11, these pieces will be displayed until August 16, with an opening reception scheduled for July 18 from 5:30 to 8:00 pm.
Nashville's council moves forward with transit referendum
Nashville’s transit referendum is one step closer to appearing on the November ballot after the Metro Council on Tuesday unanimously approved the measure in the second of three readings. The plan would raise Davidson County’s sales tax by half a cent to fund an overhaul of the city’s transit...
One Fatality Reported Following Quad-Vehicle Collision on I-24 West Near Nashville
A tragic incident unfolded this morning on I-24 West near the convergence of Davidson and Rutherford counties, as a multiplicity of vehicles clashed against the unforgiving asphalt, resulting in the premature cessation of one man's journey through this realm. NewsChannel5 reports that the collision occurred just by Old Hickory Boulevard, at mile marker 62, implicating four vehicles in the calamity that ensued.
Nashville Battling Persistent Issue as Over 400 Guns Stolen from Vehicles in Recent Tally
The streets of Nashville carry a heavy burden, a siren call to thieves: the unattended firearm. According to a recent report posted by the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), a sweeping majority of guns reported stolen within Davidson County owe their lost status to being snatched from unsecured vehicles. The tally this year hits a striking 423 firearms, casting a glaring spotlight on citizen carelessness and criminal opportunity in this bustling city where music thrums deep but so too does the echo of preventable crime.
Interstate closes for deadly rollover crash near La Vergne
LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WSMV) - At least one person is dead after a vehicle overturned on Interstate 24 near the Davidson and Rutherford County lines on Tuesday morning. Multiple fire and emergency units responded to mile marker 62 on I-24 West just before 7:30 a.m. after a vehicle crashed and came to rest on its side against the interstate center wall.
Nashville-Davidson Seeks FEMA Funds for Flood Protection at Bio Solids Plant, Opens Public Comment Period
Nashville-Davidson has put forward a hazard mitigation proposal with the aim of reinforcing the Bio Solids wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) against the persistent threat of flooding, which has necessitated consideration of federal funding from FEMA. The proposal is detailed on the city's official website, laying out the specifics of the potential project and inviting public commentary. According to this public notice, the facility, located at 1800 Cement Plant Rd, Nashville, TN, rests within a Moderate Flood Hazard Area and is thus vulnerable to future flooding. The mitigation, which includes the installation of a flood wall and other defensive measures, is proposed to protect the plant from up to 500-year rainfall events.
Murfreesboro's Daniel Roberts Killed in Tuesday Morning I-24 Crash
La Vergne, TN – Tragedy occurred while motorists were heading to work Tuesday morning. A multi-vehicle crash occurred around 7:30AM on I-24 near the Rutherford-Davidson County line. 39-year old Daniel Roberts of Murfreesboro was killed in that crash. Preliminary police reports indicate that a Dodge Ram pickup truck slammed...
MC Credit welcomes former pension CIO
MC Credit Partners named Fadi BouSamra to the new position of senior managing director and chief investment strategist. Last month, BouSamra left his role as chief investment officer for the $4 billion Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, where he spent over two decades. The pension fund had a target of 42% alternative investments […]
MTSU political science student works on draft of legislation adopted by Metro-Nashville city council
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A simple classroom assignment laid the groundwork for Middle Tennessee State University political science major Yusuf Dogan to contribute to a nonbinding resolution later passed by Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County. During the spring semester of his freshman year at MTSU, Dogan was required...
Get to Know the Candidates Running for School Board in District 1
General Election Day for Davidson County is August 1. On the ballot for residents of Metro Nashville Board of Public Education District 1, which includes parts of East Nashville, Whites Creek and Joelton, are two candidates – Robert Taylor and Demytris Savage-Short, Democrat and Republican respectively. The District 1 seat opened after incumbent Sharon Gentry chose not to run for reelection. The Banner sat down with each candidate to ask questions about their platforms, their views on education and their goals for the job.
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