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Local New If you were backed up on I-65 in Sumner County during yesterday morning’s commute, here's why: A tractor-trailer hauling 40-thousand-pounds of paper products crashed around 4:30a.m. in Millersville. The semi burst into flames following the crash, which closed several lanes and backed up traffic. There was a big mess, bit there were no injuries reported. A man is dead after a shooting in Hendersonville.  Officers responded to the […]

Local News The Robertson County Historical Society will be performing “An Evening with Miss Lena and Mr. Patterson,” which chronicles the careers of two educational pioneers in Springfield and Robertson County.  Performances will be held at the Robertson County Innovation Academy auditorium Feb. 16–18 at 7 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Feb 19. There’s also a special daytime performance for Robertson County students on February 16. The […]

Local News Governor Bill Lee deliver his fifth "State of the State" address to the Tennessee General Assembly yesterday.  He addressed several issues including traffic, education and abortion access.  Three women were removed from the gallery after shouting at Lee when he was addressing abortion access in Tennessee.  He said "pro-life is much more than defending the lives of the unborn" and claimed it "is not a matter of politics" […]

Local News Governor Bill Lee is set to deliver his fifth State of the State Address in Nashville today.  It comes after he won a second term in November's election.  Lee released a statement about the address last month, saying he is looking forward to sharing his budget and legislative priorities for the upcoming year.  It is due to start at 6 p.m. Central Time and can be watched live […]

Local News A new bill could help Tennessee's firefighters who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.  The bill was introduced in the state legislature earlier this week and would extend workers' compensation benefits to firefighters suffering with PTSD in the Volunteer State.  There are certain eligibility requirements as only paid firefighters could qualify for benefits. Tennessee is ranked low in dental health.  That's according to Wallet-Hub's list of the […]

Local News More guns could be allowed on Tennessee's school campuses soon.  A new bill was introduced this week in Nashville to change certain wording in state law to allow any adult who is legally permitted to carry a firearm in Tennessee to bring a gun onto school property or to public parks.  It was introduced by Republican Joey Hensley whose office says the bill is going to be revised. […]

Local News Wednesday began with another Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Middle Tennessee.  Freezing rain is forecast as well as ice accumulation which could make driving dangerous in the region.  Drivers should take extra care on the roads and take precautions like leaving big gaps between vehicles and braking gently. A Mount Juliet man is pleading guilty to a list of federal charges connected to the sexual exploitation of […]

Local News Tennessee is apparently in the bottom half of states to retire in.  That's according to Wallet-Hub's list of the "2023 Best States to Retire" which has the Volunteer State ranked in 33rd place.  The findings were based on factors like healthcare, affordability, and overall quality of life.  Virginia was ranked in first place and Kentucky was ranked last. Winter weather and icy conditions slapping air travelers again this […]