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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.
Jerry Haywood announces candidacy for Clarksville City Council, Ward 8
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Jerry Haywood has announced his candidacy for the Ward 8 seat on the Clarksville City Council. Born in Clarksville and raised as a military dependent, Haywood said his deep-rooted connection to the community and extensive experience in public service uniquely qualify him to represent Ward 8 effectively.
Nashville Unites in Rally Against Antisemitism: Community Shows Resilience in Face of Neo-Nazi Hate
As Nashville grapples with a visible increase in antisemitic sentiment, the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville responded emphatically by hosting a unity rally. Taking place at Bicentennial Park, the event on Sunday was a resolute condemnation of a series of neo-Nazi marches and other displays of hate that have recently targeted the Nashville community.
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.
Cookeville Boys Basketball Coach Josh Heard Resigns
Fresh off a Class 4A state championship game appearance, the Cookeville Cavaliers will be searching for a new head coach as Joshua Heard resigned on Monday. Heard coached 5 seasons with the Cavaliers and led them to the program’s first region championship and state championship game appearance in 2024, where they finished runner-up behind champion Independence.
DUI: Mary Ann Rogers refers to officers as her boyfriend after causing car accident
67-year-old Mary Ann Rogers was arrested for driving under the influence after causing a car accident at the intersection of Edmonson Ferry Road and Ashland City Road on June 20th. When officers arrived at the scene, they found that her pickup truck had rear-ended a sedan at a stoplight. Upon speaking to Rogers, the driver of the truck, officers noticed her bloodshot eyes and the smell of alcohol on her breath. They also observed her slurred speech and inability to answer simple questions. Rogers then admitted to drinking alcohol before driving. When asked to step out of her vehicle, she could not stand on her own and had to be supported by officers. Sobriety tests were not conducted; however, during a search of Rogers’s vehicle, a metal container with alcohol and prescription medication labeled as Hydrocodone was found in her purse. Despite agreeing to give a blood sample, she later refused to leave the car when they arrived at Sango ER. Throughout the arrest process, Rogers referred to officers as her boyfriend, Marcus, and did not recall the accident or giving a blood sample. Consequently, Rogers was charged with driving under the influence, driving with an open container of alcohol, and exercising due care.
Murfreesboro Police identify man killed in hit-and-run near Walmart
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Murfreesboro Police Department identified the bicyclist killed in the hit-and-run crash near the Walmart on South Rutherford Boulevard. Police said 30-year-old Thomas Hunter Conley was the person killed in the incident. According to MPD, Conley was riding his bike with one hand on the handlebars...
The Tennessee Titans Will Trade Will Levis to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Will Levis becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The biggest thing...
Fanatics under fire once again for disrespecting Steven Stamkos
This offseason has been one filled with change around the NHL including a new producer for NHL jerseys in fanatics since the change has been fans are unhappy. The NHL led by Gary Bettman decided to go with a new apparel provider for the upcoming season choosing fanatics to design their jerseys and merchandise. In the past fanatics has been unreliable in making a good product most notably this season with Major League Baseball (MLB) and making jerseys that are lower quality.
Elizabethton awarded TDEC grant for remediation projects
CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced the City of Elizabethton will receive funds from a Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant for remediation projects. Elizabethton’s was one of 36 grants awarded across Tennessee totaling $718,757 to help redevelop vacant or underutilized properties. The City of Elizabethton was awarded $20,000 […]
Ringgold Ready to Take the Field With ‘Blue Grit’
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Ringgold posted a 6-5 record last year in Austin Crisp’s first season as head coach. Now the Tigers are looking to take it to another level this fall. Ringgold enjoys the 30-in-30 spotlight. Hey Haddon Fries. What y’all got on offense this year?. Said Fries:”We’ve just...
Missing in Georgia: 10-year-old boy not seen in several weeks
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Above video: Your Monday headlines. Authorities in Georgia need your help finding a young boy not seen in several weeks. According to the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, Ezekiel Reed, 10, was last seen June 1 in Augusta. The RCSO shared information about the boy's disappearance Monday...
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