NASHVILLE –Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed September 23-29 See Tracks? Think Train Week in Tennessee. WeGo Public Transit is reminding people to be careful around trains. As part of the Operation Lifesaver awareness program, the Tennessee Central Railway Museum will bring a special train car featuring the Safety Caboose to Riverfront Station in downtown Nashville on September 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Museum volunteers will be on-site to talk to visitors about rail safety and a television will show Operation Lifesaver videos. Riverfront Station is located at 108 First Ave. South. in Nashville. Parking is available across the street from the station.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn.—The National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) is thrilled to announce its first-ever Awards Gala, a groundbreaking event set to take place October 5 on Broadway, the epicenter of Nashville’s music scene. This historic celebration will honor musicians, producers, and educators who have made significant contributions to the music industry and advanced NMAAM’s mission to preserve and promote the legacy of African American music. The Awards Gala will feature dynamic performances from celebrated icons and risingstars, delivering an unforgettable night of music that captures the richness and diversityof the African American experience. Guests will enjoy a vibrant mix…
During Tuesday’s 2024 “Three Stars of Tennessee Award” ceremony Governor Bill Lee and State Senator Becky Duncan Massey joined Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long and Deputy Commissioner of Homeland Security Greg Mays to honor and remember eight first responders who died or suffered a career-ending injury in the line of duty. “As we grieve with the loved ones of today’s “Three Stars of Tennessee Award” recipients, we honor their sacrifice because we know the safety and security we enjoy is only possible because of the first responders who serve and protect communities across Tennessee,” said Commissioner…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)-The Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) will accept online-only applications for an elderly project-based voucher waiting list starting at noon Sept. 19 and continuing through 3 p.m. Sept. 26, 2024. Depending on the number of applications received, the waiting list may remain open beyond Sept. 26, 2024. In order to qualify for elderly housing, the head of household or spouse must be at least 62 years old. This PBV waiting list is NOT on a first-come, first-served basis, so as long as you apply during the waiting list period, you have a chance of being placed…
Nashville – The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed a single positive measles test of a Tennessee resident who recently travelled internationally, spent time in Kentucky during the infectious period, and is now recovering from the virus. TDH has not identified additional positive measles cases in Tennessee, and no additional details are available about Tennessee’s positive measles case. The measles virus can spread through the air when an infected person speaks, coughs or sneezes. Measles symptoms can include fever, headache, and generally not feeling well, followed by fever, rash, cough, red eyes, or congestion. The illness is typically accompanied by a…
Nashville, TN – TriStar Centennial Medical Center is pleased to announce Jada Dotson as assistant chief staffing officer for the 741-bed facility in downtown Nashville. In this role, Dotson oversees more than 100 hospital department schedules and manages staffing in an effort to provide patients with exceptional quality care. “We are thrilled to have Jada on TriStar Centennial’s leadership team. Her familiarity with HCA Healthcare and dedication to our colleagues and patients allows our hospital to continue providing exceptional quality care. Jada demonstrates a commitment to excellence with every action,” said Tom Ozburn, president and chief executive officer of TriStar Centennial…
Nashville, Tenn- Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Mary L. Wagner received a warm welcome to the bench as family, friends, colleagues, elected officials, and the judiciary joined her in Germantown for a ceremonial investiture by Governor Bill Lee. “Justice Wagner is highly qualified and brings significant experience to the Tennessee Supreme Court,” said Governor Bill Lee. “Her understanding and respect for the rule of law and commitment to the conservative principles of judicial restraint make her well-suited for the state’s highest court, and I am proud to celebrate her investiture.” Justice Wagner was confirmed as a Supreme Court Justice by the Tennessee legislature…
Nashville – The 2024 Nashville Walk for Apraxia event will be held on September 21st at Cornelia Fort Airpark to benefit children with apraxia of speech (CAS). The event begins at 9:00 AM with a ceremony beginning at 10:00 AM. Registration is FREE! Childhood apraxia of speech is a rare motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for an individual to speak. Treatment includes intense speech therapy and sometimes other therapies to help an individual reach their highest communication ability, but there is no cure. Raising awareness is one of the most tangible ways that communities at large can help children…
Nashville, TN — The highly anticipated 42nd Annual African Street Festival, hosted by the African American Cultural Alliance (AACA), will take place from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Hadley Lillard Park, 1037 28th Avenue North, Nashville, TN. This immersive, family-friendly cultural experience is free and open to the public. The African Street Festival is Nashville’s premier cultural festival, highlighting the rich heritage and traditions of African and African-American culture. Over three days, attendees will enjoy live music, a bustling marketplace, food vendors, and artistic performances. Each year, the festival grows in size and impact, now drawing…
NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit surpassed pre-Covid fixed-route bus ridership in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023-2024 at 101 percent of pre-pandemic levels, an increase of six percent over the previous year. Total Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority (Nashville MTA) ridership was 2,166,921. It is the highest fourth quarter Nashville MTA ridership since 2018. Public transit systems across the nation experienced extensive ridership declines during and after the Covid pandemic. The latest national figure for public transit ridership was 79 percent of pre-pandemic levels, according to the American Public Transportation Association. Nashville MTA routes with the greatest ridership increases included: The seven routes connecting…