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Memories from 9/11

Memories from 9/11

wplnstaff

September 6, 2011

When terrorists attacked the United States ten years ago, watching from a distance, it seemed both hard to believe and sickeningly real. As part of our coverage on the anniversary of the September 11th attacks, WPLN has been collecting memories around Middle Tennessee.

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Cooper Not Optimistic About Supercommittee

danielpotter

September 6, 2011

Nashville Congressman Jim Cooper doubts the so-called “supercommittee” in Congress will find much to agree on in the way of budget cuts this fall. Cooper figures that means across-the-board federal cuts are looming.

Filed Under: WPLN News

TN Reps Gear Up for Congressional Fight Over IPAB

danielpotter

September 6, 2011

Tennessee Representatives are split about a piece of last year’s federal healthcare overhaul — the Independent Payment Advisory Board, or IPAB.

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For Some, September 11th Was Call to Act

blakefarmer

September 6, 2011

When passenger-filled airliners flew into the Twin Towers 10 years ago, many considered it this generation’s Pearl Harbor. In terms of lives lost, 9/11 was even bigger. As for a rush to the military recruiting office, not even close.

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Tennessee Picks New AD from Alabama

blakefarmer

September 6, 2011

The University of Tennessee has filled the position of athletic director. Last night, UT named Dave Hart to the post overseeing athletic programs. He comes to Tennessee from his own alma mater and UT rival – the University of Alabama. At a news conference Hart said he is – however – “absolutely and totally committed to the University of Tennessee.”

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NHL Reviewing Player Assistance After Belak Death

blakefarmer

September 2, 2011

A private funeral will be held in Nashville this weekend for a former Predator who appears to have taken his own life. The hockey world has lost three players in a matter of months. The National Hockey League is reviewing whether there’s more it should do to help.

Filed Under: WPLN News

August Sees Burst of Jobs Growth from Auto-Suppliers

danielpotter

September 2, 2011

August proved a big month for auto-parts suppliers announcing new business in Tennessee. State officials tallied more a thousand new jobs planned for the industry.

Filed Under: WPLN News

Titans, Johnson Reach $53.5m Deal

danielpotter

September 1, 2011

After holding out for more than a month, running back Chris Johnson has agreed to a four-year, $53.5 million deal with the Tennessee Titans.

Filed Under: WPLN News

Nissan Sales Show Continued Degree of Advantage Over Other Japanese Automakers

September 1, 2011

August sales for Franklin-based Nissan North America are up more than 19 percent compared to the same month last year. Meanwhile, the two other big Japanese automakers continue to see declines as they struggle to recover from this year’s earthquake and tsunami.

Filed Under: WPLN News

Folk Festival Finds Alcohol Ban Workaround

blakefarmer

September 1, 2011

This weekend’s National Folklife Festival is expected to be the largest single event ever held at Bicentennial Mall. Other festivals have shied away from the venue because of a ban on alcohol.

Filed Under: WPLN News

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