HCA told investors today that it plans to begin a “reboot phase” by the end of June.
Nashville Could Begin Easing Stay-Home Orders In Early May, Officials Say
Nashville could begin easing stay-at-home orders as early as the first week of May, officials said. This means re-opening retail and commercial businesses, with proper social distancing protocols.
Colvin Brothers Of Chattanooga Reach Settlement Over Price Gouging Allegations
Tennessee’s Attorney general has reached a settlement with the brothers who stock-piled and allegedly attempted to price gouge consumers on thousands of bottles of hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies in early March.
United Way Releases $1.17 Million In Third Round Of Funding
The United Way of Greater Nashville has provided another $1.17 million in funding in a third round of giving to nonprofits that are helping residents dealing with the coronavirus. So far, organizations who’ve received payments include Catholic Charities of Tennessee, the Sexual Assault Center and Conexión Américas. “As many seek to stay afloat with lost […]
Gov. Bill Lee Says Safer at Home Order Will Expire Next Week, Plans To Reopen The Economy
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced today that the majority of businesses across Tennessee will be allowed to reopen on May 1. The announcement comes after positive signs of Tennesseans flattening the curve and amid pressure to reopen the economy. Demonstrators rallied outside the Tennessee State Capitol over the weekend, but it also comes as other […]
Tennessee’s Overwhelmed Unemployment Website Goes Offline For Second Straight Week
For the second week in a row, Tennessee’s website to file for unemployment has been temporarily taken offline so that payments can be processed. The labor department announced on Twitter this morning that the system was overwhelmed. It says Jobs4TN.gov should be back online this afternoon. ALERT: Jobs4TN is currently processing the daily payment register […]
Nashville Musicians Association Providing Aide To Entertainment Workers
The Nashville Musicians Association is launching a fundraising effort to support entertainment workers affected by the coronavirus. The city’s music economy has taken a devastating hit since the spread of COVID-19, leaving many musicians without a source of income. “Nashville became Music City because of the respect shown to working musicians. Our unique community is […]
Nashville Health Leaders Worry About Rising Cases As State Aims To Reopen Economy
Nashville leaders are expressing concern about the spike in COVID-19 cases. They say there was a 25% increase in active cases over the weekend. The city currently has 1,903 confirmed cases, an increase of 152 since Sunday. Health officials say while they’ve increased testing by 11% in the past few days, positive cases have increased […]
Bledsoe County Prison Becomes A New COVID-19 Hotspot In Tennessee
By Samantha Max
After a third round of mass testing over the weekend, the Tennessee Department of Correction reports 170 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 at four prisons throughout the state.
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