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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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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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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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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TDOT Highlights Work Zone Safety During National Awareness Week During April
TDOT Highlights Work Zone Safety During National Awareness Week The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is marking National Work Zone Awareness Week with a powerful message: “Respect the zone so […]
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Tennessee High School Seniors Offered Path to Early Real Estate Careers
Tennessee high school seniors can now jump-start their careers thanks to the return of the Tennessee High School Senior Real Estate Licensing Program. Tennessee high school seniors have a valuable […]
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Nissan Ramps Up Tennessee Production in Response to Trump Tariffs
PRODUCTION at one of America’s biggest auto plants is about to hit overdrive. Nissan Motor is accelerating plans to maximize production at its massive Smyrna, Tennessee facility in direct response […]
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Jelly Roll’s Remarkable Journey: Singer Drops Over 180 Pounds With Sights Set on Major Milestone
Editor’s Note: During a recent meeting with Tennessee Department of Corrections Commissioner Frank Strada, I discussed my proposed music therapy legislation and shared my perspective on music’s therapeutic potential. “Rep. […]
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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 […]