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West TN Drug Coalition’s regional overdose training helps save lives
JACKSON, Tenn. — The West Tennessee Drug Coalition visited the Jackson Exchange Club Tuesday to provide information on the opioid overdose crisis in the state. Most recent data from the CDC and Tennessee Department of Health shows from 2012 to 2021 more than 19,000 Tennesseans have died of a drug overdose, which is enough to completely fill up the FedEx forum.
Candidate profile: Incumbent Rep. Scott Cepicky lays out top legislative goals, successes
In the state Republican Primary Aug. 1, incumbent House Rep. Scott Cepicky, R-Culleoka, is being challenged by county commissioner and Columbia native Ray Jeter. Read the below questionnaires to learn about the candidates. Candidate profile: Scott Cepicky, 58 ...
Tennessee mom frustrated after Nashville judge seals case involving her son’s death
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Rutherford County mom is frustrated with a Nashville judge. There’s been no movement in her son’s case since he died after a night out on Broadway three years ago. Dallas Barret, known to many as DJ, was suffocated to death after a group...
TCSA 2024 Fall Conference and Trade Show Registration Now Available
TCSA's 2024 Fall Conference + Trade Show Registration Now Open. We are excited to announce that TCSA’s highly anticipated 2024 Annual Conference & Trade Show is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for October 23 - 25, 2024, and join us at Embassy Suites in Rutherford County (Murfreesboro), Tennessee, for an exceptional event filled with opportunities to network, learn, and innovate at the county government level.
First Tennessee World Champ Bronco Winner from Rockvale!
Rockvale, TN - In the world of women's rodeo, Bronc riding is a classic event. This year, two competitors finished with an identical score of 159, resulting in a tie after the two-day World Finals at Cheyenne Frontier Days on Championship Sunday. Katie Coker, 25, from Rutherford County and the...
Tuesday Severe Storms: More Power Outages, Damage Reports & Flooding
After widespread damage from storms on Monday, Tuesday saw its fair share of bad weather. Several severe thunderstorm warnings brought widespread damaging winds, heavy rain, hail and lightning. Over 1,000 homes were without power in the 11pm hour as reported by MTE. That number was greatly reduced as the evening progressed as crews restored power quickly for the second day in a row.
Man arrested in stolen vehicle after pursuit from Nashville to Kentucky
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Tennessee man is facing several charges after leading officers on a pursuit that began in Nashville and ended in Kentucky, according to the Christian County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said at about 1 p.m. Wednesday, deputies were notified that Tennessee officers were in...
Miracle? NJ woman found alive after disappearing near river
🚨Alexandria “Allie” Chmiel became separated from a friend walking in Nashville. 🚨She was climbed over a wall onto a sidewalk while a search was underway. Police are calling the re-appearance of a New Jersey woman in Tennessee a "miracle" after fearing she had fallen into a river.
Here’s why outdoor warning sirens didn’t go off during Murfreesboro tornado
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - An EF-0 tornado hit Murfreesboro Monday night, however, some residents are questioning why they didn’t hear a siren. The tornado occurred around the Middle Tennessee State University campus with max winds of 75 mph, a path length of nearly 3.5 miles, and a width of 100 yards, NWS reported.
Women's Golf Announces 2024-25 Schedule
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Three new events, including one in Nashville, highlight 2024-25 Belmont Women's Golf Fall schedule announced on Wednesday. "I am very excited about our 2024-25 schedule," said Olivia Jordan, Belmont's head coach. "I like that it's a mixture of new events with some familiar ones. With a...
JOHN MCEUEN – THE NEWSMAN IS BACK & BETTER THAN EVER WITH NEW TOUR, ALBUM, CHILDREN’S BOOK & MORE AFTER DOUBLE HEART ATTACK!
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country, bluegrass, and Americana legend John McEuen is thrilled to be back and better than ever after a close call with a double heart attack that led to triple bypass surgery on April 5, just as his new album, The Newsman: A Man of Record, was about to release. Following over two weeks in the Intensive Care Unit and three months of physical therapy, McEuen is happy to announce a clean bill of health from his doctors. He’s also released a new children’s book, The Mountain Whippoorwill: (Or, How Hill-Billy Jim Won the Great Fiddlers’ Prize), and is embarking on a new tour starting August 3 in Stony Plain, Canada, at the 2024 Blueberry Music Festival, continuing throughout next year. He will also be receiving the Musicians Lifetime Achievement Award on October 27 at The Josie Awards in Nashville, Tennessee at the Grand Ole Opry House. McEuen’s captivating story is now featured on PEOPLE and can be viewed HERE.
Murfreesboro City Council Approves Pay Adjustments for Public Safety
The Murfreesboro City Council voted Thursday, July 25, 2024, to approve pay adjustments for Public Safety in the FY25 Budget. “The City Council highly values and supports our public safety employees—police officers, Fire and Rescue personnel and our dispatch team are what makes Murfreesboro a safe and livable city,” said Mayor Shane McFarland. “We want to ensure that we are training and retaining the best and brightest in all our departments. Continued pay raises and adjustments show our commitment to making Murfreesboro a leader in our region. I am thankful that the Council and staff were able to accomplish the pay adjustments without a revenue increase and look forward to continued support of our entire City team.”
Eric Church, Keith Urban, Tyler Hubbard + more join 2024 ACM Honors lineup
The first round of performers for the 17th Academy of Country Music Honors has been revealed. Happening Aug. 21 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium, the event's star-studded lineup includes Eric Church, Keith Urban, Tyler Hubbard, Ashley McBryde, Darius Rucker, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris and Jamey Johnson. Carly Pearce and Jordan Davis will be the night's hosts.
‘Dropped the bag’, Gia Duddy sends ex and NFL star Will Levis message with stunning shoot after girlfriend revelation
INFLUENCER Gia Duddy has shown Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis what he’s missing with a sultry new country-themed photoshoot. Levis, 25, went public with his new girlfriend Victoria Fuller on Monday. The Titans’ second-year quarterback was snapped enjoying a beach vacation with the reality TV star. Levis split from Duddy in September last year after […]
Attend the 10th Annual Charlie Daniels Patriot Awards Dinner
It is a significant milestone for the Charlie Daniels Patriot Awards Dinner, which will be held on September 11, 2024, at City Winery Nashville. Tickets are available now here. The awards dinner is a program of The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project, a 501c3 that supports military veterans and their...