Expungement of criminal records in Tennessee requires more than just a flick of a pen. To complicate matters further, expungement rules apply to anyone who has stood trial, not just those who have received a sentence.
Finding joy and friendships with our neighbors with disabilities
Our neighbors in Tennessee who have an intellectual or developmental disability are full of life and often looking for opportunities to have fun and connect. And who isn’t!?
For the love of chocolate
Grabbing a candy bar at the convenient store is one thing, but where do you go in Nashville when you want to elevate your chocolate experience?
Elevating local African American history
African Americans have contributed in countless ways to the history and culture of Nashville and Tennessee.
Deciding who can and can’t work: Professional licensing boards in Tennessee
Roughly one in five American workers need a professional license to do their job. Professional licensing boards both grant and can revoke those licenses.
Abby Rubenfeld: a force for LGBTQ+ rights
Admitted to practice law in 1979, Abby Rubenfeld boasts a laundry list of accomplishments for LGBTQ+ individuals in Tennessee, including challenging the state’s ban on sodomy and same-sex marriage.
Your Turn to Talk: new immigration policy
The month of January saw massive and fast-moving changes to immigration policy at both the state and federal levels.
Black History Month and the arts in Nashville
It is no secret that Nashville has a strong performing arts presence, but arguably, even more important is the city’s impact on Black history.
It’s time for some laughs! Our first This Is Nashville stand-up special
Are you in need of a good laugh? This Is Nashville has you covered! Today, local comedians Rhonda Sweat and Marcus Lustig are here and will be taking the Nashville Public Radio Sonic Cathedral stage.
Erica Mitchell, CEO of United Way of Greater Nashville
United Way of Greater Nashville is one of our region’s largest nonprofits, and Erica Mitchell just stepped into her new role as President and CEO there.
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