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Worker safety: A cloud over the construction boom
Nashville’s fast-paced growth has changed our city’s skyline and caught national headlines. We’re seemingly full of towering yellow cranes and active construction sites busy with workers using hefty machinery and hoisting heavy materials – often several hundred feet in the air. Tragically, Tennessee is one of the most dangerous states when it comes to construction worker on-the-job injury and deaths. In recent years, the city of Nashville and the State of Tennessee have not seen eye-to-eye on how to improve safety for workers. Today, we’re speaking with reporters, local advocates and the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development about the sometimes deadly problems workers face, how they’re working to make construction sites safer, and what to do if you get injured on the job.
Did Lee Greenwood sing at the Republican National Convention? Tennessee artist returns to the RNC stage
It might have seemed like a bit of déjà vu on Thursday as Lee Greenwood once again sang at the Republican National Convention with fellow Tennesseans Sixwire before Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump took the stage. Greenwood brought back his song " God Bless the USA" on Thursday night as Trump took the stage of the RNC for the first time to accept the presidential nomination. Trump praised Greenwood saying, "what a great talent," as the...
New law allows Tennessee developers to hire their own building safety inspectors
A new law initiated by Gov. Bill Lee will allow developers to hire their own inspectors to check for environmental, safety and building violations on construction sites — bypassing city codes departments and the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Lee, who made the measure a key policy priority this year, said it is intended to streamline […] The post New law allows Tennessee developers to hire their own building safety inspectors appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
2025 safety receives Tennessee crystal ball prediction
2025 four-star safety prospect Lagonza Hayward received a crystal ball prediction from 247Sports’ Tom Loy. Hayward narrowed his school list down to Tennessee and Georgia. He will announce his commitment on Aug. 7. Hayward officials visited Tennessee on June 21. The 6-foot-1, 200 pound safety is from Toombs County High School in Lyons, Georgia. Hayward ranks as the No. 94 overall prospect in the class of 2025. He also ranks as the No. 11 safety and No. 12 player in Georgia, according to 247Sports. Tennessee has 17 commitments in its 2025 recruiting class: Quarterback George MacIntyre, defensive lineman Ethan Utley, tight end Jack Vandorselaer, cornerback Dylan Lewis, running back Justin Baker, wide receiver Joakim Dodson, cornerback Tyler Redmond, safety Sidney Walton, wide receiver Radarious Jackson, offensive lineman Antoni Kade Ogumoro, edge Jayden Loftin, offensive lineman Nic Moore, defensive lineman Charles House, offensive lineman Douglas Utu, cornerback Tre Poteat, edge Mariyon Dye and wide receiver Travis Smith Jr. Tennessee is trending for 4-star SAF Lagonza Hayward, according to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine🍊📈 Read: https://t.co/IJMMS9q5dF pic.twitter.com/9yRFSSiFcO — On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) July 15, 2024
Morgan Wallen fans ask if star will ‘show up’ to upcoming Tennessee concert after singer canceled show last-minute
MORGAN Wallen's latest tour announcement has left fans confused after the country music singer was forced to postpone a series of shows. Morgan, 31, is currently performing across the US as part of his One Night At A Time tour. On Monday, the Whiskey Glasses singer returned to Instagram after...
Two states with Republican trifectas adopted new requirements for voter registration drives
Tennessee and Louisiana joined a group of six other states with Republican trifectas that have adopted laws related to voter registration drives or third-party assistance for voter registration applications since 2020. In Tennessee, Gov. Bill Lee (R) signed HB 1955 / SB 2586 on May 1, prohibiting the pre-filling of...
Road rage incident in Chattanooga ends after deputy uses vehicle to stop wrong-way driver
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — UPDATE:. A man is in custody and faces charges after authorities say a deputy used his patrol car to stop him from going the wrong way down Interstate 75 in Chattanooga Wednesday morning. The incident started with a road rage incident in the parking lot of...
TN lawmakers express support for McGhee Tyson Air National Guard base
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee lawmakers have submitted a letter in support of McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base to be an operating base for the U.S. Air Force’s KC-46 Pegasus. The KC-46A “is the first phase in recapitalizing the U.S. Air Force’s aging tanker fleet,” according to the Air Force. Tennessee U.S. Congress members, Sen. […]
Program helps Bradley County students who make bad decisions get back on track
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. — It's inevitable that teenagers will get into trouble at least once in their life. But some of those teens take things too far, and end up in front of a judge. One program offered to Bradley County students allows them to get back on track.
Truck Parking Club Hits 500 Locations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Evan Shelley, Co-founder & CEO – Chattanooga, Tennessee – Friday, July 12, 2024. Truck Parking Club is thrilled to announce a significant achievement in our mission to address the truck parking shortage: we have reached 500 Property Members! This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, especially during the busy Fourth of July season.
New Series In Miller Park Offers Opportunities To “Take A Break”
Miller Park will be the place for downtown employees, residents and visitors to “Take A Break”, a new series starting in Miller Park on Wednesday July 17. For the next 12 weeks, additional programming will take place in the park through a partnership with the City of Chattanooga, Downtown Chattanooga Alliance and River City Company.
TVA: Highest Peak Power Demand Today
Photo: TVA Meteorologist and Load Planner Nick Austin at the System Operations Center in Chattanooga. The Tennessee Valley Authority expects to have the highest peak power demand of the week this afternoon. Officials said, “We do not expect to reach the record demand we set back in the winter, but it will definitely be hot. TVA is ready to meet the demand and we want you to save money on your energy bill.”
Third Annual Chattanooga Ice Cream Crawl Celebrates Cool Treats
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday July 21st and River City Company is inviting the entire downtown to enjoy cool treats all weekend long with the third annual Downtown Chattanooga Ice Cream Crawl. Starting on Friday July 19th, people will be able to enjoy specials and unique flavors of ice...
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