Two hundred years ago President James Madison signed into law a declaration of war against the British. The War of 1812 catapulted Tennessean Andrew Jackson into the national limelight. His home place – The Hermitage – is collaborating with Madison’s historical home on a blog that publishes letters and articles on the anniversary date they […]
Frist Balances Carrots and Sticks in Obesity Debate
Bill Frist says he believes “education” can still boost Tennessee’s poor rankings in childhood obesity, even while places like New York City are banning big gulps. The former Senate Majority Leader was part of an obesity forum in Nashville Friday.
Metro Budget Chair Cuts Schools, Subsidies in Dean Plan
A Metro Councilman has proposed an alternative budget to the mayor’s spending plan. It includes cuts across Metro Government, including a pet project of the mayor, but does not lower the proposed property tax increase.
State High Court Hears Argument Against Sheriff’s Immigration Powers
The Tennessee Supreme Court is considering whether Davidson County’s sheriff can legally enforce immigration law. Before the high-court Thursday, attorneys argued about whether the Metro Charter allows the sheriff to do any police work.
Judge Allows Mosque Construction to Continue, Blocks Occupancy Permit
A judge in Rutherford County says construction of a new mosque can continue, but no one can move in.
Murfreesboro Mosque Revisited
A large mosque being built in Murfreesboro is almost done. From the outside, what’s left is capping off the structure with a quintessential dome and two small minarets. While construction nears completion, the fight to finish continues. Two years after the local planning commission approved the project, a judge will consider stopping work at a hearing Wednesday.
Dean Tugs Heart Strings Selling Tax Hike to Rotary
Nashville Mayor Karl Dean made a more personal plea for a 53-cent property tax hike Monday. He found a receptive audience with the influential Downtown Rotary Club.
Non-Tested Subjects Pinpointed as Evaluation Problem Spot
A majority of Tennessee’s teachers are being judged on something other than their student’s standardized test scores. It’s a kink in the year-old teacher evaluation system that’s been raised in an ongoing review of the program.
MNPD Puts Eye in the Sky on CMA
Metro Police are trying out a new surveillance system to monitor crowds at CMA Music Festival. From a mobile tower, police plan to watch for criminal activity.
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