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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.
New photos shine light on recent living conditions in Old Tent City
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — In the High Cost of Homelessness, new photos are shedding a light on the living conditions at a well known homeless encampment in downtown Nashville, known as “Old Tent City.”. A "makeshift building" and a man showering with the help of a fire hydrant.
Bandit Lites Shines A Light On “What A View” With Jamey Johnson
NASHVILLE, TN – American country music singer and songwriter Jamey Johnson is out on tour with a lighting system supplied by Bandit Lites. The “What a View Tour” launched in June and heads to nearly 40 cities through October. Known for his ability to blend storytelling with a classic country sound, Johnson’s recently released his highly-anticipated new song, “21 Guns,” inspired by attending the funerals of fellow Marines who died in service to their country.
Top Stories From July 31, 2024
Here are the top stories for July 31, 2024. 1Teen Charged With Felony Possession of Counterfeit Money. A teenager who allegedly tried to pass $500 of fake $20 bills Tuesday at Dollar General in Walter Hill was apprehended after he ran from deputies, a Rutherford County Sheriff’s sergeant said. Read more.
How a Nashville swim team helps save lives
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Nashville Dolphins Swim Team’s summer celebration is all about fun in the pool. The team, which participates in meets like Special Olympics, is part of Nashville Dolphins, a nonprofit that has been changing the lives of people with disabilities from Down syndrome to autism. Staff and volunteers teach children how to stay safe in the water, to swim, and swim competitively.