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Strobel House brings city's first permanent supportive housing
After about five years of planning and construction, Metro has opened 90 studio units to house people experiencing homelessness as well as mental health conditions. Strobel House, located at 110 Jo Johnston Ave., hosted a ribbon cutting on Thursday. It is named for founder of Room In The Inn and homeless advocate Father Charles Strobel, who died in August.
Dayton Housing Authority commissioner retires after nearly 30 years of service
From The Herald News: After nearly three decades of dedicated service to the community at the Dayton Housing Authority, commissioner James Cun. From The Herald News: After nearly three decades of dedicated service to the community at the Dayton Housing Authority, commissioner James Cunnyngham announced his retirement to the board.
NFL demands upgrades at Nissan Stadium amid $2.1 billion Titans project
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — While workers are busy on the Titans new $2.1 billion stadium, the NFL wants upgrades at the current Nissan Stadium before the season starts. The Titans CFO, Shannon Myers, says there's about $80,000 worth of investments into the current Nissan Stadium that need to be made before the first preseason game on August 10.
Hate group caught on camera calling group of children racial slurs enrages parents; NAACP calls for nonviolent response
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A video circulating on social media has parents enraged. The video shows a hate group calling a group of children a variety of racial slurs. Jonathan Williamson, president of the NAACP Nashville chapter spoke with WSMV4 about the incident. “At this point when children are involved...
The Chattanooga Police Department is inviting parents and caretakers to attend the Drug Awareness Seminar on August 6
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, this event will reportedly start from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Family Justice Center. The seminar aims to equip attendees with essential knowledge on recognizing signs of drug use, understanding current substance abuse trends, and learning proactive measures to protect youth in the community.
A Double Bill Of Local Soul, Funk And R&B At Nightfall This Friday
A double bill of local talent is in store for this Friday’s July 26th Nightfall show, Chattanooga’s longest-running free summer concert series with opening act Prince T followed by the 11-piece Off The T.O.P Band. Prince T has made a big impact as a gifted Chattanooga musician, with...
Safely dispose of medications on Drug Take Back Day
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is encouraging community members to safely dispose of unused medications for their Drug Take Back Day. The CDC reported over 107 thousand drug overdose deaths in 2023 alone. Drug Take Back Day would allow the public to dispose of these medications with no questions asked at one of the blue MedSafe boxes in the following areas.
Fire damage to homes in East Brainerd subdivision raises questions on housing proximity
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Last week, a fire at a newly constructed home in East Brainerd quickly spread, damaging several nearby homes in the subdivision. This raised questions about if the homes were too close together. Monday we spoke with the Chattanooga Fire Department to see if the proximity...
Memphis gun control referendum may draw fire from state
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In a decision that’s expected to draw the attention of the State of Tennessee and even potentially face a legal challenge, the Memphis City Council gave final approval to a referendum letting Memphis voters decide in November on a set of tough gun control options. WREG spoke with the ordinance sponsor and […]
ASP: Tennessee men arrested in West Memphis after police chase in stolen car, guns and drugs found
Two Tennessee men are facing felony charges after Arkansas State Police said they were arrested in West Memphis following a police chase in a stolen car.
6 Miss Tennessee Volunteer Contestants Have UT Martin Ties
MARTIN, Tenn. – Six of the 35 contestants taking part in the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant this week are students or graduates from the University of Tennessee at Martin. The pageant is July 24-27 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson. The winner of the pageant will qualify...
City planners hear two annexation requests in north Spring Hill, east of Saturn Parkway
The Spring Hill Planning Commission is currently reviewing two requests for annexation off Clark Road, which ties into the city's recent Urban Growth Boundary expansion. The requests were submitted by The Richmond Group for South Nashville Commerce, both parcels technically on the same Clark Road property just south of the city limits and...
Factory at Franklin Unveils “The Skylight in Paris”
The Grand Hall of the Factory at Franklin has transformed into a Parisian courtyard as The Skylight Bar has become “The Skylight in Paris,” an Olympic-themed celebration of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. From Saturday, July 20 through Sunday, August 11, enjoy themed food and drinks, family-friendly...
Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland faces investigation by DA over campaign finances
NASHVILLE − A district attorney general should investigate if Murfreesboro Mayor Shane McFarland violated campaign finance laws, state officials decided Tuesday. The unanimous Tennessee Registry of Election Finance agreed to request that elected Rutherford County District Attorney General Jennings Jones, who's the grandson of a former Murfreesboro mayor by the same name, investigate...
Algood To Consider 85K Expansion To US Foods
The Algood Planning Commission will consider an 85,000 square foot expansion to the Institutional Wholesale Company main office Thursday. UCDD Deputy Director Tommy Lee said the final site plan submitted by IWC’s new parent company, US Foods, and will be up for first study at the commission meeting. Lee said the plan complies with Algood’s zoning ordinance, but an engineer still has to review the drainage plan.
Bill Monroe’s home and property up for sale
The 244 acre property owned by Bill Monroe for more than 40 years in Goodlettsville, TN is listed for sale, including the home he lived in until his passing in 1996. Unless a private sale can be arranged, the property is currently set to be turned into an exclusive 21-home estate community, The Reserve at Mandolin Hills, already approved by Sumner County.
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