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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.
Tennessean wins 19 awards, including general excellence, in Tennessee Press Association contest
The newspaper was recognized for its coverage of sports, breaking news, business and investigations. The Tennessean on Friday secured the Tennessee Press Association Newspaper Contest General Excellence award, along with first place awards in 13 other categories, for its work ranging from sports, breaking news, business and investigative reporting during 2023.
Montgomery County lawyer suspended by Tennessee Supreme Court for illegal law practice
The Tennessee Supreme Court penalized a Montgomery County attorney for practicing law with a suspended license. Colleen Ann Hyder, a Clarksville attorney, failed to pay her professional privilege tax in January 2020 and continued to handle clients, which is illegal in Tennessee. Licensed attorneys must pay this tax to maintain...
This Middle Tennessee town hopes to help other towns with a new vision guidebook
During a recent event that closed with a sing-a-long to You Are My Sunshine, the Leiper’s Fork Foundation along with Middle Tennessee State University’s Center for Historic Preservation gathered to celebrate a community milestone. Hosted at Fox & Locke, the event unveiled Leiper's Fork's new guidebook, “Charting Your Own Vision: Lessons From Leiper’s Fork." Officials are hopeful the free, 20-page guidebook will help other small towns and rural communities interested in following the Leiper’s Fork model...
Why Caleb Floyd, Keilan Harris are key cogs in maintaining Stewarts Creek football's identity
Stewarts Creek football has hung its hat on a strong running game and defense during fifth-year coach Ben Caudill's tenure. Seniors Caleb Floyd and Keilan Harris will be integral parts of that identity for the 2024 Red Hawks. The two represented Stewarts Creek in a recent media day hosted by the Tennessee Titans.
First Alert Forecast: Unsettled week of weather
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Some of us got a good soaking of rain this weekend, others, not so much, but there are plenty of other opportunities to see rain throughout this week. I’m not expecting any widespread steady or heavy rainfall this week, but rather some off-and-on scattered rain showers...
Jewish Federation hosts event to denounce recent displays of anti-semitism in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville held an event to denounce the recent anti-Jewish demonstrations in the Nashville area. The event was held at Bicentennial Park on Sunday and was in response to a rash of neo-Nazi marches and demonstrations, which included an attempted takeover at a Metro Council Meeting, and a fight just off Broadway that resulted in charges.
Ribbon Cutting: Honey Bee Vintage, Home & Gifts
Honey Bee Vintage, Home & Gifts held its ribbon cutting on May 23, 2024, for its location at 220 Veterans Parkway in Murfreesboro. Your local source for vintage antiques and interior decor. 220 Veterans Parkway. Murfreesboro, TN 37128. (615) 624-7239.
Takin A Walk Presents our "I Love Country" episode
Join @thebuzzknight for this special "I Love Country" episode of Takin A Walk. This episode contains highlights from previous interviews with some of Nashville's best: Wynnona, Jelly Roll and Jay DeMarcus. If you have questions, comments or suggestions share them at
Murfreesboro Teen Injured in Fiery Crash
NELSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY - Early on July 20, 2024, at approximately 1:45 AM, the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office in Kentucky responded to a serious accident near the 32-mile marker on the eastbound side of the Bluegrass Parkway. Dispatch informed deputies en route that a vehicle had struck a tree and was on fire.
Man hit by car in Madison dies
MADISON, Tenn. -- A 48-year-old Nashville man is killed while crossing the road in the Madison area. The pedestrian, who has not been identified at this time, died after being hit by a car shortly before 10 p.m. Saturday night while crossing Gallatin Pike South at Walton Lane, said Metro Nashville police, who are working to notify next of kin.
The Tennessee Titans Will Trade Will Levis to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Will Levis becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The biggest thing...
Stories of Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship in the Southeast
News & Notes | Ticket prices rise soon for “Startup Mountain Summit”. Nashville's HeroWear, an exosuit technology and solutions company, has hired the company’s first Chief Operating Officer. From Johnson City:. FoundersForge reminded people on Friday that early bird ticket pricing for the second annual “Startup Mountain Summit”...
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