NASHVILLE, Tenn. – VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) received funding for non-recurring maintenance projects in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026, after receiving funds earlier in the year. The funding is the culmination of a record $4.8 billion in nationwide VA spending to modernize, repair, and improve health care facilities in fiscal year 2026 through the Veterans Health Administration’s non-recurring maintenance program. Funding projects for Nashville VA Medical Center in the fourth quarter include: • Steam distribution upgrades • Flooring replacement and upgrades • Renovation of infusion and specialty care clinics • Nashville seismic study & evaluation •…
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NASHVILLE – The first day of early voting numbers are in, and 91,144 Tennesseans have already cast their ballots. That’s 54 percent more than the first day of early voting in 2022, with estimated Democratic turnout up 8 percent compared to the same point four years ago. Day two is underway. Statement from Rachel Campbell, Chairwoman of the Tennessee Democratic Party: “Tennessee has something to say! Tennessee Democrats are showing up, and the numbers prove it. We’ve built the organization to reach voters in every corner of Tennessee, and we’ll be out until Election Day helping people make their plan…
MEMPHIS-Memphis-Shelby County Schools has named Candice Grose as Chief of Communications and Public Relations. Grose has more than 15 years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, public relations, reputation management, and organizational change across public education, government, and Fortune 100 companies. Throughout her career, she has advised executive leaders, including superintendents, elected officials, and corporate executives, while developing communications strategies designed to strengthen trust, improve organizational alignment, and help communities better understand the decisions and priorities that affect them. Most recently, she served as Chief of Communications for Portland Public Schools, Oregon’s largest school district, where she served as…
Award-winning singer-songwriter Delnora has added another milestone to her accomplished music career, earning the title of 2026 Multi-Genre Artist of the Year at the Infinity Music and Film Awards, held at Nashville’s legendary Texas Troubadour Theatre. Delnora also performed her hit single “When You’re Gone” during the ceremony, showcasing the heartfelt vocals and distinctive musical style that have earned her recognition across multiple genres. The Infinity Music and Film Awards celebrate creative achievements in music and film, recognizing artists whose originality and storytelling leave a lasting impression. For Delnora, the honor reflects years of dedication to her craft and her…
MEMPHIS — The African American Clergy Collective of Tennessee (ACCT), in partnership with faith-based, community, and civic organizations across Tennessee, announces a Statewide Souls to the Polls initiative on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Souls to the Polls is a faith-based civic engagement initiative that brings congregations and communities together to strengthen participation in democracy through voter registration, nonpartisan voter education, early voting, election-day turnout, and ongoing civic engagement. On October 17, congregations and community partners throughout Tennessee will participate in coordinated local activities designed to encourage eligible voters to make their voices heard. Faith leaders and participating organizations will work within…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – The Franklin Police Department is urging residents to remain vigilant against scams and fraud, as officers continue to receive reports of these crimes nearly every day. With the holidays approaching, police are concerned these attempts could become even more frequent. Many scams begin with a phone call. Criminals may pose as law enforcement officers or other government officials, claiming there is a warrant for your arrest or a family member’s arrest, that you missed jury duty, or that you owe a fine. Law enforcement agencies will never call and demand money to avoid arrest. “Scammers often use…
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. – Last week, Dollar General, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) and the RITZ brand hosted the third annual Read with RITZ brand program at Amqui Global Communications Magnet School in Madison, Tennessee. The event included a surprise $50,000 donation to the school from Dollar General’s Reading Revolution program, as well as giveaways to all 800+ students and staff. “We’re excited to bring Read with RITZ to Amqui Global Communications Magnet School and support the incredible work happening inside its classrooms every day,” said Denine Torr, executive director of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. “By partnering with the RITZ…
NASHVILLE, TN — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit on Thursday struck down Tennessee’s abortion “recruitment” provision. The court affirmed a permanent injunction and held that the 2024 law violates the First Amendment both as applied to State Representative Aftyn Behn (D-Nashville) and attorney Rachel Welty, and on its face. The law made it a crime, punishable by a mandatory 11 months and 29 days in jail, to “recruit” a pregnant minor to obtain an abortion banned in Tennessee “regardless of where the abortion is to be procured.” That reached abortions that are fully legal in other…
MEMPHIS, TN — Councilman JB Smiley, Jr. is introducing an amended data center temporary moratorium ordinance, as he and other Councilmembers have been working diligently to consolidate and amend the ordinance to address concerns about data center developments in the community. “We want to take a pause to put responsible guardrails in place for data center and high-density computing facilities to ensure that we have the data, information, and community engagement in place to develop permanent zoning regulations,” said Councilman Smiley. “As technology advances, it is necessary that we adapt to new challenges that impact our community. There have been…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Fisk University has been recognized as Tennessee’s Top Ranking Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in the 2027 U.S. News and World Report College Rankings. This recognition underscores Fisk’s longtime commitment to student success and academic excellence and further highlights the institution’s accelerating upward trajectory. Fisk ranked #20 among all HBCUs nationwide, up from #22 last year, and secured the #10 spot among private HBCUs. The university also jumped 21 spots to rank #14 in Top Performers on Social Mobility. This impressive rise in social mobility rankings demonstrates the university’s exceptional ability to advance the social mobility…