Listen A new report presented Wednesday — “Gear Up 2020” — makes 33 recommendations in response to Nashville’s growth and to stir up innovations from the Metro government.
Entrepreneur Suggests 33 Ways To Improve Nashville’s Quality Of Life
Democrat Calls For Stripping Jeremy Durham Of $300-A-Month Pension
A Democratic lawmaker is calling for action to deny state Rep. Jeremy Durham a state pension, noting he would receive more than $300 a month for life if he remains in office until November.
In Debate Over Nashville’s Rural Feel, Council Postpones Vote On Fontanel Expansion
There was no decision at last night’s Metro Council meeting on the expansion of Fontanel, where owners want to add a hotel and meeting space to the forested music venue. It’s one of the most visible skirmishes over maintaining the rural character in parts of Davidson County. Council members asked for more time so that […]
Nashville Sheriff To Hire Advocate For Muslim Inmates And Add ‘Islam 101’ To Jail Guard Training
Listen Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall says he wants jail guards to better understand the practices and beliefs of Muslim inmates. So he has accepted a request from local Muslim leaders to teach “Islam 101” classes for jail staff, and he plans to hire a part-time advocate as a go-between with inmates.
Tennessee Needs More Competition Between Internet Providers, According To State Report
Listen A new survey on broadband Internet, commissioned by the state’s economic development office, has a simple takeaway: High-speed internet access is good for business, and Tennessee needs more of it.
UT’s Diversity Office Tops Libertarian Group’s Annual List Of ‘Wasteful’ Spending
Listen An organization that advocates small government is out with its annual report on what it calls wasteful spending, and it’s putting the University of Tennessee’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the top of the list.
UT Knoxville Begins Search For A New Leader
Listen A search committee of high-ranking professors and staff at the University of Tennessee Knoxville met for the first time yesterday to discuss what they’re looking for in a new leader, the next step in replacing outgoing Chancellor Jimmy Cheek.
What One Tennessee Congressional Race Says About The Rise of Donald Trump
Listen If there is one politician who’s made a career out of railing against Washington, it’s U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais.
Curious Nashville: Why There’s No Curbside Glass Recycling — For Now
Inquiring minds — especially newcomers to Nashville — often wonder about the city’s recycling program. Now, spurred by a question submitted to
Vanderbilt Leads Project To Help Clinical Trials Recruit More Minority Participants
Listen Vanderbilt University Medical Center is trying to solve a problem that is currently hindering research: how to get enough participants — especially from minority groups — to take part in clinical trials.
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