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Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign
Tennessee’s Department of Safety is failing to follow through on a $1.6 million campaign for safe gun storage in vehicles, despite a major increase in weapon thefts from cars and trucks, lawmakers say. Lawmakers approved the funding in an August 2023 special session on public safety for a firearms public awareness drive that was supposed […] The post Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Tennessee governor bets big on school vouchers with primary endorsements. Will it work?
(This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters) At the Halfway Market in Franklin, Tennessee, where locals come for a good hamburger and friendly conversation, Republican Brian Beathard works the crowd as a candidate for a high-profile legislative seat ahead of a pivotal session on the future of the […] The post Tennessee governor bets big on school vouchers with primary endorsements. Will it work? appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Meet the 2024 All-West Tennessee soccer teams, player of the year Madison's Jossemar Marcos
Jossemar Marcos knows his role with the Madison soccer team. Marcos, a junior with the Mustangs, hasn’t seen a ton of change throughout his high school career. What little change he has seen, though, looks seamless. This season, Marcos was asked to move around the front line more for the Mustangs to change up...
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...
Springfield Standoff Ends in Multiple Charges for Local Man
SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – This is an update to a story Smokey Barn News brought you on Saturday night involving a standoff with the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) near downtown Springfield. The standoff, captured on video occurred in Springfield on Saturday night around 10:30 PM. Citing an...
High temperatures complicate a hay fire in Wilson County
WILSON COUNTY, Kan - On Monday afternoon, July 15, county units responded to a hay baler and hay meadow fire North West of Altoona. First arriving units were faced with thick windrows of hay and excessive heat which required the request for additional units.
Next Garden Talks event 'From the Ground Up' set for Aug. 12
Williamson County's Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau's next Garden Talks event will take place on Aug. 12. The event will focus on “simple steps to strengthen your plants to resist disease and drought by improving your soil.”. “From the Ground Up” will take place in-person at 1 p.m. in the...
Franklin State Forest closed amid investigation into theft, 'threatening messages'
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — The Franklin State Forest is currently closed to the public due to an ongoing investigation into vandalism and equipment theft over the weekend. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture says sometime between July 12 and July 14, the suspects broke into the Franklin State Forest...
Franklin Theatre to host Morton-Brittain House fundraiser concert Aug. 12
The Franklin Theatre will host a concert fundraiser benefiting the continued restoration of the Nolensville's historic Morton-Brittain House on Aug. 12. The “There's No Place Like Home” event will feature Broadway star Ginna Claire Mason, known for her role as Glinda in national touring productions of Wicked, as well as other special music guests including Laura Osness, Christy Nockles, Clark Beckham, Allison Bailey and Melissa Steadman.
Historic Grant Boosts Digital Access to Martin Van Buren’s Papers at Cumberland University
Cumberland University recently announced that it received a grant of $125,000 from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission for the Papers of Martin Van Buren (PMVB) project. The funds will continue to support the creation of digital and print editions of the Van Buren papers, which are making approximately 14,000 documents belonging to the eighth president accessible.
Popular restaurant chain to open 92 locations in Walmart stores
Mr Gatti’s Pizza, a Texas-based pizza restaurant chain, is partnering with Walmart to open 92 store locations across four states. The partnership will bring Mr Gatti’s Pizza to Walmart locations in Kentucky, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. Mr Gatti’s will open 12 of the 92 planned locations by the end of this year in south Oklahoma and north Texas, according to a news release.
Democratic primary in Nashville House district exemplifies style split in party
Among the few competitive Democratic primaries in Tennessee is the battle for District 60, a cluster of economically diverse neighborhoods on the eastern edge of Davidson County. Two first-time candidates – Shaundelle Brooks and Tyler Brasher – are vying for a seat held for more than a decade by Democrat Rep. Darren Jernigan, a political […] The post Democratic primary in Nashville House district exemplifies style split in party appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Ryman Auditorium to Host Haunted History Tour
Ryman Auditorium will bring back its popular Haunted History Tours on Sunday, July 28, 2024, starting at 7:00 p.m. Guests can explore the untold history behind mysterious sightings and occurrences reported at the Ryman throughout its more than 130-year history. While on the exclusive tour, guests will hear some of...
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