Gov. Bill Lee has pointed out that portions of a soon-to-be law will need to be fixed next session. He says he will sign new pandemic restrictions into law before the end of the week. They’ll set new limits on how schools, music venues and businesses can respond to COVID-19.
Tennessee lawmakers agree to another special session — this time to fight federal COVID rules
Members of the state House and Senate are expected to discuss masks, vaccines and other restrictions related to coronavirus when they convene next week.
As Entire School Districts Shutter, Few Have Applied To Shift Online. Here’s Why.
Tennessee school districts have been slow to move to remote instruction — even as they’ve announced weeklong closures because of COVID. While a new state policy allows for virtual learning, requests to pivot have to be made for individual schools.
Some White Evangelical Leaders Hesitate To Preach The Vaccine. Others Spread Misinformation Instead.
Tennessee’s governor has encouraged residents to consult with clergy about the COVID-19 vaccine, but some who strongly favor vaccination are hesitant to evangelize it.
Masks Required At Williamson County Elementary Schools Again, Amid Parent Protest And Rising COVID Cases
In the midst of parent protest and a rise in COVID-19 cases, the Williamson County school board has decided to mandate masks at its elementary schools starting this Thursday.
The Music City Grand Prix Is Here, So Are Traffic Issues For Cyclists And Pedestrians
This weekend’s Big Machine Music City Grand Prix is revving up. The inaugural festival is expected to attract upwards of 140,000 attendees to downtown Nashville. It’s also causing traffic disruptions, and not just for automobiles.
What You Need To Know About The Latest COVID-19 Relief Money For Schools
Tennessee schools are getting even more pandemic relief money — and families have a chance to guide how it’s spent.
Vaccine-Skeptical Radio Host Receives Backlash After Being Hospitalized With COVID
Conservative radio talk show host Phil Valentine has been silent since he was admitted to the hospital for COVID-19. Meanwhile, his social media has been exploding with debate between his supporters and critics since, throughout the last year, the Supertalk 99.7 WTN host has been a staunch and vocal skeptic of the COVID vaccine.
Gov. Lee Supports Firing Of Vaccine Director But Says He Didn’t Suggest It
Tennessee’s governor has come out in support of the health department’s recent actions that landed the state in the national spotlight — that being the firing of the state’s top vaccine official, Dr. Michelle “Shelley” Fiscus, which prompted questions about vaccine outreach to children.
Industry Bellwether HCA Reports A Strong COVID Rebound For Hospitals
The country’s largest hospital company, based in Nashville, released its second quarter earnings Tuesday. HCA has experienced a strong rebound from COVID-19 and is mostly back to treating patients on par with pre-pandemic levels.
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