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The film Sight describes the fascinating life story of Dr. Ming Wang (Harvard & MIT (MD, magna cum laude); PhD (laser physics)), a world-class laser eye surgeon, philanthropist and a community activist. It is based on Dr. Wang’s autobiography “From Darkness to Sight” and co-stars Greg Kinnear.
Wang grew up in Hangzhou, China. The Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) caused the closure...
In a new economic report from Middle Tennessee State University, the state’s housing market again showed positive signs, as home prices continue to rise “exponentially” across the Volunteer State, though home sales have slightly slowed.
The MTSU Business and Economic Research Center’s statewide “Housing Tennessee” report for the first quarter of 2022 “showed mostly positive outcomes,” with home prices up 25% from the...
Nine people are claiming they were sexually abused by coaches at Rockstar Cheerleading and Dance in Greenville, according to the suit.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The accusers — now seven female and two male — say in the federal lawsuit amended Thursday that they were sexually abused by coaches at Rockstar Cheerleading and Dance in Greenville, which is in the northwestern corner...
By: Douglas Jones—Sep 23, 2022
and last updated 9:40 PM, Sep 23, 2022
Authorities say a Brinks armored truck driver shot and killed a suspected robber during an attempted heist on Friday in Oakland, California.
https://youtu.be/UfBPkFRGBmM
According to Police, one person is dead, and two others were injured in the shootout, including an innocent bystander.
One of the injured also includes a Brinks guard.
The...
By Stephanie Barrette-Sept 22, 2022
Though officers most often aid in nonemergency calls such as finding missing property or assisting students with a jump start, recent and tragic shooting events,..
“Unfortunately, due to the current climate and the increase of active shooter events across the nation, there is a call for more frequent training,” said Police Chief Edwin Kaup. “This call for...
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
by Jordan B Peterson
By Dorothy Cummings McClean
Self-help books are usually easy reads, comprising insightful nuggets of wisdom followed by much repetition, filler and fluff. If you’ve read He’s Just Not That Into You (about why he never called again) or Fluent Forever (about learning languages), you’ll know exactly what I mean. These...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee State Library & Archives is inviting guests to get a behind-the-scenes look during their Second Saturday event on Saturday, Sept. 10.
During each Second Saturday tour, guests will have the opportunity to explore the Library & Archives' exhibits, see the state-of-the-art equipment in the new conservation lab, walk through the grand reading room and see...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) Commissioner Stuart McWhorter announced today that the state will award $446,770,282 in grants for the expansion of internet access across the state of Tennessee.
In total, the broadband infrastructure grants will provide broadband access to more than 150,000 unserved homes and businesses across 58...
In today's world, it's more important than ever to prepare for your financial future.
And one of the easiest ways to add to your nest-egg is to simply cut expenses and save more of your hard earned money.
https://youtu.be/8GPUiikad5c
We often forget some of the golden rules to saving that our parents taught us. Here's a quick list of things you can...
Across Tennessee, graduation season has arrived.
At Middle Tennessee State University, we bestowed 2500 degrees to new graduates in our May 7 Commencement ceremonies. We are grateful to have played a role in preparing these scholars for the future, their own and that of our great state.
With the majority choosing to remain, live, and work in the Mid-state area, these...
