Tennessee counties are saying goodbye to Signup Genius. Local health departments have been relying on the free scheduling website to coordinate COVID-19 vaccination appointments. But the state has now launched a customized online scheduling tool.
The Tri-Star State: Nashville LGBT Chamber Vows Fight Against Discriminatory Bills In The Tennessee Legislature
The Tennessee General Assembly is back this week after shutting down to inclement weather. On the docket for their comeback: Gov. Bill Lee’s constitutional carry proposal. We break down what else to expect.
Dolly Parton Says Wait Until She’s Gone To Consider A Statue At The Tennessee Capitol
Dolly Parton doesn’t want a statue of herself on the grounds of the Tennessee Capitol. Being as humble as usual, Parton said in a tweet Thursday that a proposal being considered at the General Assembly that would give her a monument is not appropriate at this moment.
‘Zip Tie Guy’ And His Mother Must Stay In Custody After All, D.C. Judge Rules
A court in Washington, D.C., ruled that Eric Munchel and Lisa Eisenhart can be held because they present “a serious threat to the community” as both have expressed support for “violent revolt.”
Some Power Restored, But Putnam County Expecting Uneven Recovery
Updated Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Leaders in and around Putnam County are warning of power outages that could last for days as trees and limbs continue to fall, hampering the winter storm recovery.
As A Nashville Teacher Welcomes Back Students, There’s Joy And Jitters In The Classroom
Metro Schools is one of two Tennessee districts that have been mostly virtual since last March, and Nashville teachers have been caught in the middle of the tense debate over whether to reopen.
A Snow Day In Nashville Means Sledding And Skating — Yes, Outdoor Ice Skating
The winter storm continued to close schools, businesses and state offices Tuesday, as Nashville turned into a snow-covered city. But, for the more adventurous, the growing piles of snow and ice meant sledding down the Capitol hill, snowboarding in front of the Parthenon and playing ice hockey in Centennial Park.
Tennessee Legislature Shuts Down Due To Inclement Weather — A First In Years
The winter storm affecting middle Tennessee has shut down legislative business in the state — a first in five years. Senate Speaker Randy McNally said in a tweet the decision to cancel the committee hearings this week was made so lawmakers don’t have to drive to Nashville.
Exploring On Foot, Some Venture Into Nashville’s Winter Storm
A winter storm caused chaos in Tennessee, but some ventured outside on foot to have fun in the rare combination of ice, sleet and snow.
The Tri-Star State: What’s Behind The Latest Proposal In The Tennessee Legislature Targeting Transgender People
The Tennessee legislature is considering a bill that would limit the participation of transgender athlete’s in sports team. We break down why Republicans are pushing for it. Also on this episode: Sen. Raumesh Akbari, D-Memphis, explains why her caucus will fight the GOP-introduced bills.
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