Nashville —The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) today announced the initial recipients of funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), providing awards to 53 innovative projects that strengthen healthcare access, improve health outcomes, and advance the long-term sustainability of rural healthcare systems across Tennessee. “Strong rural communities are essential to Tennessee’s continued success, and access to quality healthcare is a cornerstone of that strength,” Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said. “Through the Rural Health Transformation Program, Tennessee is investing in innovative, community-driven solutions that will expand access to care, improve health outcomes, and help ensure families across rural Tennessee can receive the healthcare they need…
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NASHVILLE — On the heels of historic Democratic victories across Tennessee in the August election, the Tennessee Democratic Party today announced the completion of its 2026 TNDP Organizing Hub, a first-of-its-kind, statewide summer training curriculum. The Organizing Hub is part of a new era for the Tennessee Democratic Party, building on their work to strengthen local Democratic infrastructure in all 95 counties, recruit candidates across the state, and establish a year-round organizing operation capable of competing and winning in every community. This summer, more than 350 Tennesseans participated in training focused on the fundamentals of grassroots organizing, direct voter contact,…
La Paz Chattanooga, a leading nonprofit serving the region’s Latino population, continues to strengthen its impact across Southeast Tennessee through advocacy, education, and community-based services. Founded in 2004 by local faith leaders responding to the needs of Latino workers and families, the organization has grown into one of the city’s most influential community support agencies, now serving more than 10,000 people annually. Over the years, La Paz has expanded from a small grassroots initiative into a fully developed Latino Family Resource Center that connects individuals and families to essential services including housing assistance, food access, legal navigation, and bilingual case…
NASHVILLE, Tenn.– Fisk University joins our Athletics Department in mourning the tragic loss of Andre Bell, a sophomore Business Administration major and student-athlete. The following statements are shared with heavy hearts. Statement from Valencia Jordan, Athletics Director Our Fisk Athletics family is absolutely devastated by the news that one of our own has been taken from us in a senseless act of violence. Andre Bell, a scholar and beloved, integral part of our Men’s Basketball program, was headed back to campus after volunteering to help with our Fisk University gymnastics meet when this tragic incident occurred. Our hearts go out…
Last weekend, we saw almost countless numbers of Turkeys being given away at multiple locations around the City and County of San Diego. We also saw thanksgiving meals being served, at no cost to those who sat down to eat; we saw baskets of food being distributed and in several cases when the lines exceeded the number of turkeys available, those doing the give-aways pooled their personal money and bought more turkeys. Many of these volunteers will sit down to large dinners on Thursday with their families and friends, but only after the service they have provided in making sure…
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is once again calling on citizens across the state to lend a hand in restoring one of Tennessee’s most highly valued native trees — the white oak. The Tennessee White Oak Initiative, an acorn collection project, is a cooperative effort among TDF, TDF’s East Tennessee Nursery, the University of Tennessee Extension, and the Tennessee Forestry Association. “This initiative is part of a large-scale effort to address the dropping rates of white oak regrowth in Tennessee’s forests,” State Forester Heather Slayton said. “White oaks are a critical part of Tennessee’s…
Washington, D.C. (October 23, 2025)—Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, sent a letter to President Donald Trump demanding he immediately abandon his illegal and unconstitutional plan to steal $230 million from U.S. taxpayers by ordering his former private attorneys—now serving as top Department of Justice (DOJ) officials—to abuse a confidential, behind-closed-doors administrative claim process to fulfill the President’s demand and cut him a personal check from the U.S. Treasury. The Ranking Members are also demanding that Trump turn over any documents,…
NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit is celebrating the Dr. Ernest “Rip” Patton Jr. North Nashville Transit Center with a Community Day on Saturday, October 11. In the spirit of the commitment Dr. Patton had to North Nashville, the new transit center brings added bus service and new connections, providing neighborhood residents with better access to jobs, healthcare, and education. The public event is an opportunity for people to explore how the transit center also serves as a cultural landmark and community gathering space. The Patton Center officially opened in August of 2024. WeGo made significant route changes in March of 2024…
Charles Edward Ward, better known as “Charlie” and “Charlie Poo Poo,” was born in Anniston, Alabama on June 12, 1944, to Annie Laura Ward and was reared by his grandmother, Rena Knox. He was raised in the church and remained devoted to his faith throughout his life. He was formerly a member of First Baptist Church South Inglewood and later joined Temple Church. Charlie entered into eternal rest on October 6, 2025. Charlie attended Cobb Avenue High School in 1962, where he was an avid swimmer and won several championships. Charlie went on to continue his education and graduated from…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 1, 2025) – The crisp fall air echoes with the stories of Tennessee’s haunted past, in historic prisons, hotels, theatres, caves and on walking tours. Add these immersive Halloween experiences to your spooky season bucket list. For additional inspiration, if you dare, meet Tennessee’s ghosts this fall. Historic Brushy Mountain Penitentiary – Petros Nestled in the mountains of East Tennessee, this former maximum-security prison was known as “The End of the Line.” Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary opened in 1896. Brushy’s reputation as the last stop for the worst criminals became legend, housing such notorious inmates as Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassin…