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How Vanderbilt LifeFlight revolutionized trauma care in Tennessee 40 years ago
Trauma surgeon Dr. John Morris stepped into Vanderbilt University Medical Center to build its first trauma center from the ground-up 40 years ago, and he was filled with excitement for the newness ahead. On the 40th anniversary of Vanderbilt LifeFlight, Morris reflects on how the program revolutionized health care statewide. Trauma care was relatively...
Finally a break from the heat & humidity (7.5.24)
Tomorrow: Mostly Sunny, Not as Humid |High: 91 | N-5 A summer cool front will push across the Mid-South today. Ahead of this, we'll see scattered showers & thunderstorms. A few of those storms could be strong to severe with damaging. winds and heavy downpours the main threats. Behind the...
Alabama Gators Multiplying And Killing Our Pets
Can we all say that Gators seem to be taking over in Alabama?. This is outside of a church in Clarke County. In Leesburg Florida recently a couple of friends who were duck hunting lost their entire “catch” to a hungry alligator. Cass Couey and Kevin Stipe were inevitably feeding what they called a dinosaur.
Spring Hill Family Paving Explains Key Considerations for Choosing a Qualified Asphalt Paving Contractor
Spring Hill Family Paving is a leading asphalt paving company. In a recent update, the company explained key considerations for choosing a qualified asphalt paving contractor. Spring Hill, TN - In a website post, Spring Hill Family Paving explained key considerations for choosing a qualified asphalt paving contractor. The professionals...
Kevin Harvick Calls Out Kyle Larson’s Controversial Nashville Tactics
Kevin Harvick Calls Out Kyle Larson: In professional racing, Kevin Harvick’s critique of Kyle Larson’s controversial move in Nashville has sparked a detailed debate about the ethics and strategies that define the sport. Harvick’s pointed remarks, particularly regarding Larson’s aggressive overtake on Denny Hamlin, emphasize a broader discussion on the delicate balance between competitive passion and tactical acumen. As Harvick advocates for a shift towards disciplined racing, the community is left contemplating the consequences of such high-risk actions.
Alabama Gators Multiplying And Killing Our Pets
Can we all say that Gators seem to be taking over in Alabama?. This is outside of a church in Clarke County. In Leesburg Florida recently a couple of friends who were duck hunting lost their entire “catch” to a hungry alligator. Cass Couey and Kevin Stipe were inevitably feeding what they called a dinosaur.
Nashville Legend Buzz Cason Dead at 84
Buzz Cason, the renowned singer and songwriter known for the hit “Everlasting Love,” passed away on June 16 at his home in Tennessee. Cason was 84. “Everlasting Love” continues to resonate in pop culture. Originally recorded by Robert Knight in 1967, the tune has been covered numerous times and featured in many films.
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.
Tractor Supply's reversal on DEI commitments draws community backlash
In October of 2021, less than three years ago, Tractor Supply CEO Hal Lawton wrote a guest opinion column for USA TODAY Network Tennessee about his Brentwood-based company’s new commitment to climate sustainability as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company established five-year goals to be achieved by 2026. Those goals included:
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