How did a massive tobacco settlement change Tennessee? Plus the local news for November 20, 2024.
Hookah and cannabis are holding up Nashville’s smoking ban in bars
A Metro Council proposal to ban smoking and vaping, even in 21-and-up bars, makes an exception for cigar bars. But hookah lounges and a new cannabis restaurant could be forced to change their businesses if the ordinance passes.
Nashville’s smoke friendly bars and clubs might soon become smoke free
Bars and music venues can choose to allow smoking or vaping indoors. But a state law signed Wednesday puts that decision in the hands of county governments.
Why A Tobacco Giant Supports Raising Tennessee’s Smoking Age
Listen The Tennessee legislature is considering whether to raise the smoking age from 18 to 21. It’s a move that even has some support from one of the world’s largest tobacco conglomerates.
Dollar General to Sell Tobacco Products
“Where’s the cigarettes?” Dollar General CEO Rick Dreiling says that’s the number one question he gets from customers and managers when he visits stores.
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