Listen Ever since Nashville landed the NFL Draft a year ago, the hype has promised a huge economic impact for the city, along with massive media exposure. Yet capturing the costs and the inconvenience is much more difficult. As the three-day football fest begins, WPLN breaks down the math behind the Draft.
What’s The NFL Draft Really Worth To Nashville?
Despite Opposition From Gov. Lee, Online Sports Gambling Bill Passes In Tennessee House
Listen The Tennessee House of Representatives voted Wednesday to approve sports gambling in the state. The measure passed on a 58-37 vote, despite facing opposition from Gov. Bill Lee.
Tennessee House And Senate Disagree On Funding Medicaid For Children With Severe Disabilities
The Tennessee House has voted to use additional tax revenue from online shopping to expand Medicaid for a small but desperate group of patients. But the idea still faces some hurdles, including questions from the state Senate. The House approved a state budget Wednesday that includes $27 million so children with severe disabilities can be […]
NFL Draft: One Discovered Taylor Swift, One Drafted Derrick Henry — Nashville Execs Talk Talent
Listen Every day in Nashville, music executives try to figure out how much money, time and effort to invest in amateurs. This week, as the NFL Draft comes to Nashville, that projection plight is mirrored in the world of sports.
Why Every Case Of Measles In Tennessee Spawns A Costly Emergency Response
Listen Even the one case of measles confirmed in East Tennessee last week has triggered a costly emergency response. The state’s Department of Health treats every patient like a ticking time bomb.
A Quick Guide To Nashville’s Closures During The NFL Draft
When the NFL Draft descends upon downtown Nashville on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the result will be nothing short of organized mayhem. There are road closures, business closures and rerouted public transit.
Gov. Bill Lee’s Voucher-Like Bill Passes In Tennessee House After Dramatic Vote
Listen A highly debated education proposal is moving forward, but only after a dramatic vote Tuesday in the Tennessee House of Representatives. Gov. Bill Lee’s school voucher plan passed the House after a sole Republican flipped his vote from a “no” to a “yes.”
Nashville’s First Mass Casualty Ambulance Makes Its Debut For NFL Draft, Marathon Weekend
Listen Nashville’s first mass-casualty ambulance is now operational, ahead of what’s expected to be the biggest tourist drawn in city history.
Less Police Overtime And Higher City Fees Are Among Recommendations To Aid Metro Nashville Finances
Listen Metro Nashville is likely spending too much on firefighter and police overtime. And the city is failing to collect enough money from fees and permits, especially for short-term rentals. Those are among a couple dozen findings from the “Blue Ribbon Commission,” which asked officials and local business leaders to spend the past four months […]
The Tri-Star State: Tennessee Legislature Keeps Tweaking Gov. Lee’s School Voucher-Like Plan
Listen There have been many changes in the last few weeks to Gov. Bill Lee’s Education Savings Accounts proposal. The legislature is still workshopping the details of the school voucher plan. And GOP leaders are trying to convince rural lawmakers on the fence, to vote for the bill.
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