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Vice President J.D. Vance headlined an invite-only Rockbridge donor summit at Nashville’s Four Seasons, a high-dollar gathering that comes as CPAC surveys boost 2028 chatter.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Covenant Capital has repurchased The 500 Fifth, a 170‑unit downtown Nashville building, for $23 million. The move returns an asset the firm renovated before selling in 2017.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Knoxville crews responded Sunday to a large brush fire in the 3800 block of Pleasant Ridge, the fire department said.
A 6-year-old boy was critically injured after a shooting at a Nashville home; police say his father told detectives he fell asleep with a pistol in his pocket.
Weather & Environment in ...
Clear, breezy Saturday in Nashville with gusty northeast winds and elevated fire risk this afternoon. Warmer next week with storm chances midweek.
Wilson County deputies named Michael Lee Irwin in a "Felony Friday" post, seeking tips after an alleged probation violation tied to sex‑exploitation convictions.
A new state bill would let Tennessee close virtual schools that remain on the priority list or post years of low TVAAS growth; Tennessee Virtual Academy is cited in coverage.
A Nashville fire engine crashed into Bradshaw Chiropractic after the driver suffered a medical episode. More than a dozen people were inside; injuries are minor.
Mt. Juliet Fire Department posted a Facebook video update after crews responded to a structure fire in the Swallow Cove neighborhood. Officials had not released a cause or casualty details.
Arts & Culture in ...
Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival is pausing its 2026 edition and is already promoting a 2027 return on its official channels. Fans and local businesses await details.
An early‑morning house fire on Hurricane Circle left a La Vergne home a complete loss; one person was injured and residents were connected with the Red Cross.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Metro Nashville posted a 'Were hiring!' notice on Wednesday for a new NDOT director, weeks after an acting director was appointed. The role will oversee streets, signals and multimodal projects across the county.
NES plans a pilot to bury overhead lines in four Nashville neighborhoods, but experts warn Tennessee’s karst geology and conversion costs could make the project costly and complicated.
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