NASHVILLE, TN — The Metro Nashville Arts Commission (Metro Arts) is planning a celebration of the Lending Library Collection with an opening of fifty-three new artworks at the Mezzanine Gallery at the Main Branch of the Nashville Public Library (NPL) on July 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 pm. The Lending Library, a Metro Arts partnership with NPL, was devised in 2020 to provide direct, immediate financial support to local artists and create a novel way for the greater Nashville community to access these artists and their work. Metro Arts began the initiative as a direct response to Nashville artists…
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced three key judicial appointments. “I am proud to announce the appointment of these highly qualified individuals and value the significant experience they will bring to their respective roles,” said Gov. Lee. “I appreciate their leadership and am confident they will serve Tennesseans with integrity.” The following Tennesseans have been appointed: · Jennifer Nichols, 18th Judicial District Circuit Court · Jessica Parrish, 22nd Judicial District Circuit Court · Jim Newsom, 30th Judicial District Chancery Court Jennifer Nichols currently serves as assistant district attorney for the 18th Judicial District. Nichols earned her bachelor’s degree at University of Alabama and juris…
Shelby County, Tenn. – The Shelby County Mayor’s Office of Innovation released its first documentary short film highlighting Shelby County Government’s annual Southern Justice Summit and the County’s continued work on reentry initiatives. This documentary, “ONE TV Presents: ‘Southern Justice’ – What Shelby County, TN is Doing to Reduce Recidivism,” recaps April’s Southern Justice Summit, which focused on the importance of second chances through employment for formerly incarcerated individuals. The film explores the challenges and triumphs for justice-involved individuals reentering their communities and how job opportunities play a crucial role in reducing recidivism through personal stories, compelling interviews, and excerpts…
The University of Tennessee at Martin signed an articulation agreement in June with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest that will enable more students in West Tennessee to pursue a degree through UT Martin. A signing ceremony was held at TCAT Northwest’s Bells Instructional Service Center in Crockett County. Dr. Youlanda Jones, president of TCAT Northwest, told those in attendance that the agreement will mean a lot to students in the area. “This articulation agreement will be invaluable for the growth and expansion for our farming operations technology and our digital agronomy programs,” she said. “It will align perfectly…
After three years with the Nashville State Community College Foundation, Ryan Parker has been named its new executive director following a search for outgoing director Cecily Freeman, who is moving to be closer to family. Having joined Nashville State’s Foundation in July 2021, Parker has served as the development officer and director of donor relations and programs. As a senior leader at the College, Ryan will be responsible for donor development, retention, and recognition; cultivating relationships with internal and external constituents to build, sustain, and support the college’s mission; growing college and alumni relations; and coordinating fundraising and engagement events.…
Tennessee State Parks recently announced the availability of new all-terrain wheelchairs at 10 state parks, enhancing accessibility for visitors and bringing the total of parks with all-terrain wheelchairs to 22. All-terrain wheelchairs are designed to navigate a wide range of terrains. They give visitors with limited mobility the opportunity to access and enjoy outdoor recreation that might otherwise be inaccessible. The chairs are free for visitor use and available for both children and adults. They can be operated independently and offer the option of allowing caretaker control. The new wheelchairs are the result of a collaboration between the parks and…
Nashville, Tenn- The Tennessee Supreme Court has held that a defamation and false light suit filed by Bill Charles against Donna McQueen must be dismissed under the Tennessee Public Participation Act (“TPPA”). The litigation began in 2020 after Durham Farms, a planned community in Hendersonville, announced plans to add a “rental-only” unit section to the community. Residents of Durham Farms and surrounding communities were upset by this announcement, as well as earlier changes to the Durham Farms development plan. They tried to stop the proposal by petitioning local officials and posting comments on the internet. Several Durham Farms residents, including…
NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit is finalizing a strategic planning process for optimizing and improving WeGo Star service and planning for infrastructure investments over the next few years and into the future. Public meetings have been announced for July. As a result of extensive research, analysis, and public input, WeGo is presenting the results of the planning effort which seeks to ensure that the Star regional rail line meets changing customer needs, is maintained in a state of good repair, provides for sustainable financial operations, and coordinates effectively with the owners and freight operators of the rail corridor. WeGo is looking…
NASHVILLE, TN – Mayor Freddie O’Connell has joined the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT), First Horizon, the Metro Housing Division and other funding partners to launch the Nashville Catalyst Fund, a new tool to create, preserve, and develop more affordable housing. Metro and partners created the Nashville Catalyst Fund to provide fast, flexible capital to mission-driven developers to enable them to move quickly in Nashville’s competitive real estate landscape. The Fund will launch with an initial $75 million – $20 million from Metro, $50 million credit facility led by First Horizon, and $5 million from Vanderbilt University – with…