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A Quieter Racetrack At The Nashville Fairgrounds? Potential Operator Has Some Ideas
Noise from the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway has long been a source of conflict. But a new study presented to the fairgrounds’ board offers options for a quieter racetrack.
Mayor’s Office Sets 2024 Deadline To Address Stagnant Affordable Housing Stock
Mayor John Cooper’s office has released a new report outlining nine recommendations to increase affordable housing in Nashville that sets a deadline of 2024 to increase the city’s stock significantly.
New Text Alert Program Aims To Send Warnings Of Overdose Spikes
The Metro Public Health Department has announced a pilot program to send out text messages about spikes in overdose activity. It hopes the program, which was developed by the Partnership to End Addiction, will reach individuals at risk of suffering an overdose.
Want To Overhaul Nashville’s Budget Process? Here’s Who You Need To Know
What’s the mayor’s role? Who’s advising him? WPLN’s Ambriehl Crutchfield lays out the key players.
Nashville Council’s Budget Chair Says Slashing Police Funding Is Unlikely This Year
WPLN’s Ambriehl Crutchfield sat down with the council’s budget and finance chair, Kyontzè Toombs, to discuss her priorities for city spending, including police, and why she tries to avoid playing politics.
Nashville Residents Demand More Money For MNPS Support Staff, Less For Policing
Some Nashville residents are calling on the city council to increase funding for Gideon’s Army and for the support staff within Metro Nashville Public Schools. They’re also asking officials to expand the role that residents play in the budget process.
A Big Crowd Is Expected For Nashville’s Budget Meeting — Here’s How To Catch The Council’s Attention
Nashville residents will soon get a mic to let elected officials know what they think of Mayor John Cooper’s proposed budget.
Report: Middle Tennessee Nonprofits Serving Marginalized Groups Are Hurting Financially
Middle Tennessee nonprofits that serve marginalized groups are seeing more revenue. But a recent study finds it hasn’t been enough to keep up with increasing expenses.
Nash In The Know: What Is The Special Election Coming This Summer In Nashville Really All About?
A referendum on Nashville’s local government threatens to drastically change the city’s operations and make it harder to undo changes in the future.
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