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Maynord Hired As Upperman Athletic Director
Upperman High School welcomes a familiar face as its new Athletic Director, Jimmy Maynord. Maynord spent over 40 years working in various coaching and administrative roles throughout the Upper Cumberland, before semi-retiring in 2021. He said that his experience and knowledge of the area will help him in this new role.
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...
Four indicted in apparent drug smuggling case at Nashville jail
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A months long investigation led to the arrest of four individuals who are accused of smuggling drugs into a Metro jail. A woman and three current inmates have been indicted on felony meth and fentanyl charges, Metro Police report. Devin Popejoy, 28, is accused of...
Friends of Warner Parks voices concern regarding Cheekwood
Already facing a lawsuit from a nonprofit entity associated with the Swan Ball and related to control of the annual gala, Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art officials are also dealing with concerns from Friends of Warner Parks involving the nonprofit’s parking arrangement with the Metro Parks and Recreation Department.
New Baxter Chief Make Changes With Officers
Baxter Police Chief Al Reyes is starting his new role by working with his officers and city officials to restructure the police department. Mayor John Martin said there is some state training Reyes still has to do, but the police chief is mainly focused on getting familiar with his officers and the operations of the city. Martin said Reyes was not satisfied with the state of the department when he arrived, but Reyes is working to clean it all up.
Tennessee Valley Authority faces a push to get greener and more transparent
ASHLAND CITY, Tenn. — When he heard about the sale, Kerry McCarver was perplexed. In 2020, the mayor of rural Cheatham County discovered that the Tennessee Valley Authority bought about 280 acres of rolling farmland “in the middle of nowhere” in his county, which lies just west of Nashville and is home to about 42,000 […] The post Tennessee Valley Authority faces a push to get greener and more transparent appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Women's Tennis Earns ITA All-Academic Honors
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Middle Tennessee women's tennis program earned nine All-Academic awards today, per the release from the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) on Monday morning. Current players Alessia Truden, Hrudaya Shah, Ilaria Sposetti, Karen Yibirin, Lena Peyer, Lilly-Sophie Schmidt, Rutuja Chaphalkar and Sana Garakani each received Scholar Athlete...
Woman thanks drivers who helped daughter, parents, and cousin in Franklin crash
Yesterday, I-65 in Franklin didn't reopen for three hours after a wreck in the northbound lanes. I spoke to Erica Turner whose parents, cousin, and oldest daughter were all involved in the crash.
MTSU pilots successfully complete ‘challenging’ Air Race Classic 2024
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University’s three pilots successfully completed the nearly 2,500-mile Air Race Classic in June, navigating through “tough challenges” during an “incredible” experience that was rewarding both professionally and personally. Representing the Aerospace Department, rising senior Hailey Harrison of Lakeland...
Middle Tennessee State University receives top free speech rating after policy updates
After revising its policies to be more supportive of free speech, Middle Tennessee State University has received a "green light" rating for free speech protections from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, one of 68 universities nationwide to achieve the highest rating offered. FIRE, a national free-speech advocacy organization...
Rose Mont’s First-ever Movie Under the Stars Set for Friday
Rose Mont’s first-ever Movie Under the Stars is this weekend!. The band Heat Advisory of Keen School of Music will be kicking off this family-friendly event with live music at 6pm followed by a screening of the Sandlot starting at dusk. Also Bubba’s BBQ and Persian Flame food trucks...
MTSU on WGNS: Dyslexia research, new supply chain center, executive education offerings [LISTEN]
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University representatives appeared on WGNS Radiorecently to share information about research efforts at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia, a new supply chain center launching soon, and the university’s offerings in its Executive Education program. They appeared on...
MTSU finance expert shares back-to-school shopping tips on WKRN ‘MTSU on 2’ segment [+VIDEO]
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Melissa Cohen, lecturer in the Department of Economics and Finance in the Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University, offers valuable insights on how families can save money as the new school year approaches. Drawing on her expertise in finance, Cohen provided five practical...
‘A great opportunity’: La Vergne police chief shares RNC deployment experience
The La Vergne Police Department (LPD) was one of several agencies from across the country that was asked by the City of Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) to help secure the site of the Republican National Convention (RNC) last week in Milwaukee, WI.
Murfreesboro City Council Approves FY25 Annual Action Plan and Subrecipient Awards
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The Murfreesboro City Council approved the FY25 Annual Action Plan and Subrecipient Awards on Thursday, July 18, 2024. The Annual Action Plan outlines local priorities and allocates approximately $1.3 million to address community development and housing needs. This plan is presented to the federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds.
Tour the Stones River Cemetery at Hallowed Ground Event on July 27
Join a park ranger for a hour-long walk by lantern light through Stones River National Cemetery. Visitors will get a chance to appreciate the stories housed within the cemetery by listening to soldiers and civilians share their experiences through the letters they wrote and received during the conflict. Reservations are...
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