The personal motivation behind the movement seems to be quite different than the messaging in the mailers some 40,000 voters have received.
Campaign To Shrink Metro Council May Really Be About Extending Term Limits
Academy Sports To Open New Distribution Center In Cookeville
Academy Sports already has nine stores in the state, with a 10th coming soon to Memphis. The retailer’s CEO says part of the appeal of Tennessee is its central location.
We Won’t Know The Final Tally On DesJarlais/Tracy For Weeks
It could be weeks before a final outcome is determined in the race between Congressman Scott DesJarlais and state Sen. Jim Tracy. The incumbent was almost considered the underdog following revelations that he once pressured a mistress to have an abortion. And Thursday night, both men claimed victory.
Nashville School Board Chair Ousted, Two New Faces Added
For the second election cycle in a row, the chair of Nashville’s school board has been voted out of office.
Tracy Declares Victory, But DesJarlais Ekes Out The Unofficial Win
Though the results are yet to be official, and most likely to be challenged, incumbent Congressman Scott DesJalais beat State Senator Jim Tracy by 35 votes.
Three Tennessee Justices Overcome Push To Oust Them
The victory comes after they collectively spent more than $1 million to defend their seats against an infusion of cash from outside groups.
Sen. Lamar Alexander Accepts Republican Nomination With Bipartisan Message
Tea party challenger Joe Carr repeatedly accused Alexander of siding with Democrats. Alexander seemed to at least partially embrace that accusation during his acceptance speech.
Hot Home Sales In Nashville Mean Sellers ‘Ain’t Fixing Nothing’
It continues to be a sellers real estate market in Nashville. New figures from July show high demand and low supply of homes.
Williamson County School Board Race Turns On Issue Of Partisanship
Williamson County’s school board will definitely include new faces after this election. While six districts are on the ballot, only three incumbents are running to keep their seat. As newcomers come in, the question is how overtly political they’ll be.
Listen: Here’s How One Nashville Middle School Celebrated Its First Day
Spoiler: It has to do with a hot-air balloon made out of tissue paper.