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Metro Council approves more than $545K to deputy fire marshal after verdict in discrimination suit
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Metro Council approved a resolution settling Maggie Lawrence’s claim against the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County for $545,806.66. Earlier in the year, a federal jury found the leadership of Nashville’s Fire Department discriminated against the deputy fire marshal (Lawrence) based on her gender...
New legislation would have Nashville homeowners clean algae off their homes or face a fine
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — One Metro council member is on a mission to clean up Music City—quite literally. Councilmember Joy Styles (District 32) wants homeowners to clean the green algae off their homes or face a fine, and the rule could become official this summer. “When codes goes...
Kentucky Parents of Public School Students Check Your Mailbox For Summer EBT Program Benefits
So, the other day we received a letter in the mail and a surprise we were not expecting. Two envelopes from the Commonwealth of Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Department of Community Based Services. One was a letter about the Summer EBT program and the other was an...
Recess in schools: Following push from parents, CMCSS elementaries create longer recess times
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Last year, a group of moms banded together with other parents to push for longer recess times after discovering that their elementary schools were not prioritizing recess. Now, the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is extending those recess times. Currently, CMCSS elementary schools provide only...
Tennessee’s attorney general says Memphis police policy violates a new state law
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tennessee’s attorney general said Memphis police policy violates a new state law. State Representative John Gillespie asked the Tennessee attorney general for his opinion on MPD’s general arrest policy. One portion of the policy directs officers not to pull someone over for minor vehicle equipment...
Hendersonville’s Touch-A-Truck Event Happening July 29
Hendersonville Parks’ Touch A Truck event is set for Monday, July 29th from 10am-1pm. Trucks, equipment, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes will gather as children of all ages, with parent supervision, will be welcome to touch, climb-on, and explore these amazing pieces of equipment. Fire trucks, police...
Arrest made in Tennessee marina restaurant robbery, fatal shooting. Victim identified.
Suspect arrested in shooting at Cedar Creek Marina in Wilson County that killed Kansas man. A suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with what police believe was a robbery turned deadly at a Wilson County marina late last month. Adrian A. McLean, 40, is facing one count of...
Outside the box; teens build cardboard castle for kids at Gallatin Church
If you have kids, you've probably encountered this before. Get them a new toy and what they love is the box! A group decided they'd just start with the boxes and make something to inspire creativity.
City of Columbia Announces New Columbia 101 Program
The City of Columbia announces the launch of Columbia 101, an innovative program designed to engage residents with local government and community services. Participants in Columbia 101 will have the unique opportunity to interact closely with city officials and staff, gaining firsthand knowledge of how municipal services are delivered and learning about avenues for community involvement and advocacy.
Voucher debate on the national stage
Good afternoon! This is Liz Schubauer, city editor at The Tennessean, filling in for education reporter Rachel Wegner. An education debate familiar to Tennesseans took center stage nationally yesterday as Gov. Bill Lee addressed the Republican National Convention. Lee called school choice the "civil rights issue of our time" and criticized the Biden-Harris administration. ...
Williams Honored By State Hospitals Association
The Tennessee Hospital Association awarded State Representative Ryan Williams the 2024 Hospital Hero Award at Cookeville Regional Medical Center Wednesday. The award recognizes lawmakers who prioritize policy issues that contribute to the health and wellness of Tennesseans through support for hospitals. Williams advocated for financial relief for hospitals and secured over $110 million in funding for hospitals across the state. Williams said the work he did was essential to the hospital industry.
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