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National non-profit challenges Tennessee city recognizing God as 'Creator and King'
The Freedom From Religion Foundation is fighting the Middle Tennessee town of Mt. Juliet, which recently passed a resolution supporting the month of July as a month of prayer and fasting. The statement of support, which is based off a resolution passed in the Tennessee General Assembly, recognized God as...
Strategist Finch joins effort to elect Harris for president
KNOXVILLE, TN — Kamela Harris is running to be the next President of the United States of America. Stepping into the battle will require she surround herself with great leadership and masterminds. In Tennessee Harris has two advantages; a fellow sister in her beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and a proven general in the field: Cynthia Finch.
Here’s how summer humidity is causing more high heat index days
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Summers are hot enough in Middle Tennessee, but high-humidity days add another danger. In the wake of yet another heat wave, heat index values are topping 100 degrees for several of the next seven days. What makes us so vulnerable to seeing these high heat index days?
Abortion ban spurs grieving mother to run for office
The emotional roller coaster of losing a wanted pregnancy, scrambling to raise money to travel out of state for an abortion and dealing with the onslaught of comments from internet trolls would be debilitating for most people. For Allie Phillips of Clarksville, Tenn., the experience motivated her. Phillips, 29, is...
Tenn. firefighter crashes truck towing boat into building after suffering medical episode
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — A firefighter crashed a Dandridge Fire Department command truck into a building downtown after suffering a medical episode behind the wheel, WVLT reports. The firefighter was picking up the boat for routine maintenance on July 31 when he lost consciousness behind the wheel, Fire Chief Andrew Riley said. The truck hit two parked cars during the crash, which Riley said helped save the building from seeing major damage.
She's back from her third trip giving out shoes around the world
Good morning, friends, this is Tennessean columnist Brad Schmitt, feeling high off all the good vibes of a packed week of good news. Let's get right to it! The broken flip flop that spurred her into action Does your company gather employees from time to time to do good in the community? The Tennessean...
How did residents vote in Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, Sumner Counties' contested races?
Unofficial election results are in for Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson and Sumner Counties, where a handful of local races were contested on Aug. 1. Thousands flocked to the polls to cast ballots early and on Election Day. ...
Hauke edged out, newcomers take the reins on Maury County School Board
In the Maury County School Board District 2 race, Independent Frank Bellamy won with 609 votes, while Independent Robert Plageman received 313 votes. In District 4, Republican Darryl Martin rose to the top with 644 votes, while Independent Chandler Anderson drew 377 votes. District 5 emerged as the closest race with challenger...
Murfreesboro City Council incumbents Wright, Shacklett and Wade win reelection
Murfreesboro City Council incumbents Shawn Wright, Bill Shacklett and Kirt Wade will won reelection Thursday. The top three earning at large Murfreesboro votes out of five nonpartisan council candidates will win four year terms. ...
Public transportation access for students transitions to virtual platform
The university started the transition this July to using the “QuickTicket by WeGo” app to allow access to WeGo Public Transit, which provides public transportation across Nashville and surrounding Davidson County, including local and regional buses. Physical QuickTicket cards will also be available. Vanderbilt’s partnership with WeGo began...
Top Stories From August 1, 2024
Here are the top stories for August 1, 2024. Looking for something to do this weekend? There are plenty of events in and around Rutherford County. Check out these 5 events. Read more. 2Dump Truck Stolen from Murfreesboro Construction Site. Murfreesboro Police need your help locating a stolen 2020 Hydrema...
Prosecution on hold for man accused of killing TSU football player in hit-and-run crash
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The Davidson County's District Attorney's Office is putting the prosecution on hold for a man accused of driving the car that hit and killed a Tennessee State University football player. Metro Police arrested Arsenio Miller a few days ago surrounding the death of Chazan Page....
Election Day arrives for Rutherford County & Murfreesboro offices and lawmaker primaries
Voters will have options of 30 voting centers that will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for Thursday's Election Day in Rutherford County. The ballots will include elections for Murfreesboro City Council and School Board, and Rutherford County School Board and Road Board. ...
Davidson Weekend: 5 Happenings This Weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are 5 events in and near Davidson County!. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party is produced by Family Entertainment Live and brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Demo Derby™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Gunkster™, and newest to the lineup HW 5-Alarm™, the firetruck hero of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks! The Glow Party production features spectacular lasers, dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways. Fans can also witness a special appearance from a transforming robot, plus the high-flyers.
Monday Noon at Siegel High "It's Only A Test"!
Murfreesboro, TN - The Rutherford County Schools warn area residents that if they drive past Siegel High School around noon this Monday (8/5/2024), don't think a catastrophe is occuring. County School's Chief Communications Officer James Evans told WGNS, "It's a large scale school safety exercise that includes multiple law enforcement, emergency management and government agencies."
2024 Tennessee Football Odds to Win Southeastern Conference Championship & National Title
The Tennessee Volunteers are +1200 to take home the SEC title in 2024, according to oddsmakers, which ranks them sixth in the conference. In addition they have +3000 odds to take home the CFP National Championship. Below, we dive into the odds and dissect the stats you need to know before making a futures bet.
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