May 9, 2025
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1st Amendment/Free Expression

1st Amendment/Free Expression Conversations with Mike Sparks WGNS Radio 100.5 FM 101.9 FM 1450 AM Crime Education Life Style Mental Health & Well Being Politics Schools/Education

Bree Smith’s Testimony Sparks New Law to Fight Sextortion and Deepfakes in Tennessee

By Mike Sparks Congratulations to Bree Smith for bravely sharing her personal testimony, which has helped pave the way for vital new legislation aimed at protecting others from the trauma […]

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Ancient Scripture Unveiled: Smyrna’s Parkway Baptist Hosts Elite Manuscript Scholars from CSNTM

SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – Parkway Baptist Church is excited to announce an upcoming two-day conference featuring Research Leaders from The Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts (CSNTM). The event […]

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Remembering George Smith, a ‘Rockstar’ who led by example

By Mike Sparks *Previously published in The Daily News Journal, March 28, 2018 It’s been said that “those that do not know their history are doomed to repeat it.” Dr. […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Conversations with Mike Sparks WGNS Radio 100.5 FM 101.9 FM 1450 AM Faith Inspiration Leaving a Legacy Life Style Mental Health & Well Being Motivation Politics

Tennessee Board Recommends that Governor Bill Lee Pardon Country Star Jelly Roll

Country Star Jelly Roll One Step Closer to Pardon By Tennessee Ledger Staff NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music sensation Jelly Roll is one step closer to receiving a pardon for […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Crime Life Style Politics

WTH? How Metro Paid $2 Million for a $100,000 ‘Free Speech’ Case

Last March, the Metro Council rejected a settlement in the case of a firefighter who made inflamatory comments on Facebook. Now, they’ll pay far more According to the Nashville Bannner, […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Politics

Ethics complaints against Rep. Maberry dismissed, commission warns complainants of legal action

According to Clarksville Now, the Tennessee Ethics Commission dismissed the complaints against state Rep. Aron Maberry on Tuesday, and, in a turn of events, considered taking legal action against those who […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Politics

The Trump Administration’s Allegations Against Letitia James

The Trump Administration’s Allegations Against Letitia James The Trump administration and New York Attorney General Letitia James have engaged in a contentious legal battle, with the Trump team making counter […]

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6 Best State Parks In Middle Tennessee

*Originally published in Travel Awaits. HEIDE BRANDES: EXPERT CONTRIBUTOR In the heart of January, the morning was a bit chipper with cold as my friend Emily and I wandered up […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Business Economy Education Life Style Schools/Education Tennessee Business

You Should Learn To Barter and How It Can Help Increase Your Cash Flow

By Bob Bagga,Former Forbes Councils Member, for Forbes Business Council What do businesses in 2021 have in common with ancient humans from nearly 10,000 years ago? More than you might think. […]

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Faith History Leaving a Legacy

When Critics Roar, Builders Rise: What Nehemiah, Goethals, and Lincoln Teach Us About Endurance

My son was a construction engineer whose first job was rebuilding the Goethals Bridge, a reconstruction project over the waterway between New Jersey and Staten Island. It had originally been […]

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