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‘Fostering Community’: Florence Parks and Recreation add a ‘Miracle Field’
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - Florence Parks and Recreation officials are ready to welcome people to their “Miracle Field.”. This field is ready to be played on, and it has some special modifications. It is was built for people with special needs who want to get up and get outside....
Neo-Nazi incident at downtown bar raises safety concerns in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A self-proclaimed hate group continues to make their presence known in downtown Nashville. Safety remains a concern, especially after two arrests from last weekend's demonstration. Metro Police say Neo-Nazi protesters were demonstrating on 3rd Avenue last weekend when 29-year-old Ryan Scott McCann of Ontario, Canada...
Arrest made in Tennessee marina restaurant robbery, fatal shooting. Victim identified.
Suspect arrested in shooting at Cedar Creek Marina in Wilson County that killed Kansas man. A suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with what police believe was a robbery turned deadly at a Wilson County marina late last month. Adrian A. McLean, 40, is facing one count of...
Outside the box; teens build cardboard castle for kids at Gallatin Church
If you have kids, you've probably encountered this before. Get them a new toy and what they love is the box! A group decided they'd just start with the boxes and make something to inspire creativity.
City of Columbia Announces New Columbia 101 Program
The City of Columbia announces the launch of Columbia 101, an innovative program designed to engage residents with local government and community services. Participants in Columbia 101 will have the unique opportunity to interact closely with city officials and staff, gaining firsthand knowledge of how municipal services are delivered and learning about avenues for community involvement and advocacy.
Exclusive: Christian nonprofit Educational Media Foundation preps for Franklin HQ opening
After spreading the gospel on the airwaves from Rocklin, California for nearly two decades, the leaders at Educational Media Foundation realized it was time for a major geographic shift in 2019. The nation-leading Christian-media nonprofit behind K-Love, Air1 and other religious-themed brands' new home is now nearly complete in Franklin. From its new architecturally striking building — imbued with religious symbolism — most of EMF's content will be broadcast to its 18 million weekly listeners combined across...
Metro Council approves more than $545K to deputy fire marshal after verdict in discrimination suit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Council approved a resolution settling Maggie Lawrence’s claim against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for $545,806.66. Earlier in the year, a federal jury found the leadership of Nashville’s Fire Department discriminated against the deputy fire marshal (Lawrence) based on her gender...
Voucher debate on the national stage
Good afternoon! This is Liz Schubauer, city editor at The Tennessean, filling in for education reporter Rachel Wegner. An education debate familiar to Tennesseans took center stage nationally yesterday as Gov. Bill Lee addressed the Republican National Convention. Lee called school choice the "civil rights issue of our time" and criticized the Biden-Harris administration. ...
Williams Honored By State Hospitals Association
The Tennessee Hospital Association awarded State Representative Ryan Williams the 2024 Hospital Hero Award at Cookeville Regional Medical Center Wednesday. The award recognizes lawmakers who prioritize policy issues that contribute to the health and wellness of Tennesseans through support for hospitals. Williams advocated for financial relief for hospitals and secured over $110 million in funding for hospitals across the state. Williams said the work he did was essential to the hospital industry.
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