Col. Mark Tyndall was promoted to brigadier general at the Tennessee National Guard, with Major General Warner Ross officiating the ceremony at Nashville's Hugh Mott building.

Nashville's health department is accepting comments until August 31 on a new air pollution permit application. The process is outlined in the city's legal framework, and documents can be reviewed at 2500 Charlotte Avenue or online.

The Franklin Police Department bids farewell to four long-serving members, acknowledging their combined 75 years of service during their recent retirement.

The Columbia Police Department honored Corporal Landen Barber for his 10 years of service, highlighting his roles in patrol, SWAT, the Honor Guard, the Explorer Program, and as an instructor.

Tennessee Board of Parole will conduct executive clemency hearings in Nashville on August 12-13, with the public invited to attend at the central office.

Inmates at Turney Center Industrial Complex participated in a Build-A-Guitar workshop led by Instrumental Horizons and Belmont University, aiming at rehabilitation and skill-building.

Stevan Pippin was sworn in to the Brentwood City Commission, filling a vacancy until May 2027. He will also represent the Commission on the Brentwood Tree Board.

Three new professionals joined Brentwood's public safety team: firefighter Travis Crouch and police officers Julia Davis and Griffin Emrick, who are all in training or have notable backgrounds.

Tennessee has officially updated its maximum interest rate to 11.50% effective today, reflecting recent changes in the prime loan rate, as announced by the state's Department of Financial Institutions.

Rep. Justin Jones was denied entry to an event announcing the "Music City Loop," a project by The Boring Company connecting downtown Nashville with its airport. Jones criticized the lack of transparency and equity in the event's proceedings.

Tennessee's Governor Bill Lee, in partnership with The Boring Company, has unveiled the Music City Loop, an underground transport system for Nashville funded by private investments.

Tonya Travis is appointed as Brentwood's new finance director, to work alongside retiring Karen Harper until early 2026. She brings extensive experience and is set to maintain Brentwood's fiscal tradition.

Nashville's DEC adds a cloud-based back-up system for 911 dispatch services to bolster emergency response resiliency.