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Pro-school voucher groups spending tops $4.5 million in Tennessee Republican primaries
With one day left until Tennessee’s Republican primary, groups pushing for the adoption of a universal private school voucher program have poured record money into the state’s election. Two years ago, three pro-voucher groups set a then-record by spending around $1 million on independent advertisements to support or oppose candidates based on whether they favored […]
Tennessee school to replace decades-old bleachers, forgo home football games this fall
Football season will be here before we know it. One Middle Tennessee school district is taking the game to new heights with brand new bleachers for students and fans, but it'll take about a year for the project to be fully completed, officials say. That doesn't mean the work hasn't already gotten underway. ...
Maury County Fair Returning This August
The Maury County Fair will return on Thursday, August 29th and run until Monday, September 2nd, 2024. All the family fun and entertainment you love will soon be back!. This year, the fair festivities begins with a Rodeo, taking place on Thursday of Fair Week. Several other popular events will be happening like the junk car jump and run and the Saturday motocross races.
Drug trafficker with operations in Maury, Lewis counties sentenced to 70 months in prison
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A drug trafficker from Texas was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for an operation that spanned both Maury and Lewis Counties. Julio Esparza was charged with conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana. He plead guilty in 2022.
Public Safety Building in Walter Hill Fully Staffed on Thursday
MURFREESBORO – The fourth Rutherford County Public Safety Building has been opened in Walter Hill. Brent Carter with Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services says paramedics will be staffed at the newest facility starting Thursday (August 1st):. This is the fourth Public Safety Building with others already open in Rockvale,...
Vice Mayor Angie Henderson Lauds Court Ruling Affirming Metro Council's Size and Constitutionality in Nashville
Following a Chancery Court ruling, Vice Mayor Angie Henderson of Nashville affirmed the decision that upholds the structure of the Metro Council's size and constitutionality under the local government charter. The court's affirmation supports the distinctive consolidation of Nashville and Davidson County's government, reflecting the city's pioneering approach to unified metropolitan governance.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Kentucky Lock contractor celebrate safety milestone
GRAND RIVERS — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District, in partnership with the contractor currently working on the Kentucky Lock project, Thalle Construction, celebrated a significant safety milestone with a ceremony, July 30, 2024. The event honored the achievement of surpassing one million man-hours without a lost time accident, a testament to the unwavering commitment to safety by all involved.
Dores to Face TCU in Fort Worth
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Vanderbilt men’s basketball returns to the USLBM Coast to Coast Challenge for a second-straight season as the Commodores take on TCU at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, on Dec. 8. The Dores and Horned Frogs meet for the first time since 2018 and the...
Nashville, TN: Heat Advisory Issued Through 7 PM Tonight
Nashville, TN – A heat advisory is in effect for Nashville and surrounding areas until 7 PM tonight. Residents are urged to take precautions as temperatures soar, with heat index values expected to reach between 105 and 110 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, very little relief is...
Last Summer Fling… a big picnic of fun
NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Chapter of Les Gemmes will hold its signature event, Last Summer Fling, Aug. 24 from 2-7 p.m. located at 635 West Nocturne Drive. This event raises funds to support the work of the Jewels, middle and high school girls enrolled in the program. The...
Sounds honor Nashville Negro League star
NASHVILLE, TN — The Nashville Sounds will celebrate and honor the legacy of the late Negro League star Henry Kimbro August 10 with special game activities and giveaways. Kimbo was a legendary Nashville star who excelled as a centerfielder for the Negro League team the Elite Giants, whose roots are local. He played 15 years and finished as the team leader in games (511), stolen bases (55) and runs batted in (264). Defensively, he led the league in games played five times, putouts three and assists twice.
First Alert Weather Day: Excessive heat hangs around
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - First Alert Weather Days for dangerous heat and humidity continue across the Midstate tomorrow and Monday to Thursday. A passing shower or thunderstorm will also be around in parts of the area tonight with lows in the mid to upper 70s. The most likely place for thundershowers is along the Kentucky and Tennessee line.
Why people are “treasure hunting” when they go grocery shopping
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Grocery prices have gone up 22% since 2020, which is why new data said people are using a different kind of shopping strategy. When Adam Carlson goes grocery shopping for his family, they have their own method. “We mix it up a little bit,” he said....
10,000 NES customers lose power from Tuesday night thunderstorms
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Tuesday night’s thunderstorms left thousands of people in Nashville without power. NES said the strong wind and heavy rain took down trees and electric lines. Power trucks and NDOT road crews were out in neighborhoods across the city on Wednesday working to clean up the damage.