Sebastian Jones is a normal 17-year-old, until you put him on stage at a poetry slam.
Some Race to the Top Funds Go to Charter Schools
Governor Bill Haslam is committing ten million dollars of the state’s portion of Race to the Top funds to rapidly expand charter schools.
Haslam’s Budget Makes Cuts to Higher Education
Higher education leaders expressed disappointment, but not surprise, in Governor Bill Haslam’s decision to cut spending for universities, community colleges and trade schools.
Metro Citizens Pinching Pennies with High Gas Prices
This week is spring break for Metro schools and other districts. But hitting the road is more expensive than it was last year.
Nashville Chamber of Commerce Defends Partnership 2010
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is using job growth figures to defend its “Partnership 2010″ fund.
Nashville Electric Service Error Results in Mistaken Bills
Yesterday some Nashville Electric Service customers got a surprise in their inboxes.
Pinnacle Looks to Repay TARP Funds
Nashville-based Pinnacle Financial is considering paying back one loan from the federal government by taking out another.
Tractor Supply Finds Unusual Method of Growth
Brentwood-based Tractor Supply Company credits high-end pet food with helping it mark record sales last year.
Georgia Looks to Tennessee River to Help Alleviate Water Woes
Georgia is still eyeing Tennessee River as a way to alleviate its water troubles – at least, to small extent.
TVA Announces Cleaner Energy Plans
Tennessee can expect more nuclear and renewable energy over the next 20 years, but a lot less coal.