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Morale boost: Tennessee police officers, SROs to receive pay bonus thanks to grant
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Police advocacy groups say there's no real price you can pay for putting your life on the line. But, a little extra money doesn't hurt. Thanks to a new grant, eligible law enforcement officers and school resource officers (SROs) in Tennessee are going to get a little something extra in their paychecks this summer.
Defend Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Strengthening Communities and Workforce through Diversity
My duty as the minority leader in the Tennessee state Senate is to ensure that every member of our community has a say in the decision-making process. It is crucial that all voices are heard, and I take this responsibility seriously. In June, we initiated the “Freedom to Be Heard”...
Robertson County Fair Returns August 6
The Robertson County Fair returns August 6 through 10, 2024!. For 156 years, it has been a fun event that families look forward to attending every year. It celebrates the best the community has to offer in livestock, fine craftsmanship, food and entertainment. Because Robertson County has long been an agricultural county, and most of the workforce has been in agriculture or farm-related businesses, the fair has been a focal point of the community.
UPDATED: WCSO seeking public’s help in locating missing teen
Davis Wade Daniel was found safe. The Williamson County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. 16-year-old Davis Wade Daniel was last seen around 9:30 a.m. on July 25 when he left his College Grove home “without his parents' consent.”. Daniel is described...
Locals swarm Murfreesboro’s new skate park on opening day
After years of anticipation and community advocacy, Nate Williams, director of the Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation department, cut the ceremonial ribbon to officiate the opening of a new skate park on July 19. Williams considered multiple potential layouts for the park since planning began in 2021. The 12,000-square-foot skate park...
Smyrna Airport Director John Black announces retirement: 'I am truly grateful'
Long-time Smyrna Airport Executive Director John Black announced he'll be retiring by the end of 2024, according to a press release. “I am truly grateful to have had the incredible opportunity to be part of the growth and development of one of Rutherford County's greatest assets,” Black said in the press release from the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport Authority. “We have accomplished so much with an amazing team, and the airport is set for a bright future ahead.” ...
Baseball: Transfer catcher Mac Rose commits to Vanderbilt
Catcher Mac Rose, who played his freshman season at McLennan Community College, announced on social media that he has committed to Vanderbilt. Rose fills an immediate need for the Commodores, who got a productive season out of catcher Alan Espinal. After a career year in his final season as a Commodore, Espinal was drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 11th round of the 2024 MLB Draft.
Nashville Sounds Release 2025 Home Schedule
NASHVILLE – In conjunction with Minor League Baseball, the Nashville Sounds Baseball Club announced its 2025 home schedule today, complete with the 75 games at First Horizon Park for the 2025 season. The Sounds open the 2025 season at First Horizon Park on Friday, March 28 against the Jacksonville...
Subway Bringing Colossal ‘Footlong Dippers’ Water Slides to Nashville
Subway’s Summer of Footlongs is bringing the world’s first Dip ‘N Slides – three 95-foot-long, 37-foot-high versions of its irresistible new Footlong Dippers, to Nashville on Saturday, July 27th. Here’s What You Need to Know. Subway’s three Dip ‘N Slides will take place at Bicentennial...
Koe Wetzel is Living His Best Life with ’9 Lives’—“You Make Mistakes and Learn From Them”
Koe Wetzel sips an early afternoon cocktail in the W Hotel Nashville lobby as he recounts the number of times overconsumption landed him in jail. Three occasions—he thinks. As he talks, explaining he’s never done anything “unforgivable,” his phone screen lights up, displaying his wallpaper: Jesus holding a lamb.
Godfather of Nashville's dining scene Randy Rayburn dies at 74
Hi, Nashville! It's Tennessean business reporter Hadley Hitson here to update you on this week's major food news in Nashville. Last night, The Tennessean learned that prominent Nashville restaurateur Randy Rayburn has died at the age of 74. He transformed the city's restaurant industry with staples like Sunset Grill and Midtown Cafe. ...
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