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Tennessee Titans sending Amani Hooker to Buffalo Bills just before trade deadline
The Tennessee Titans are sending safety Amani Hooker to the Buffalo Bills shortly before the NFL trade deadline. The move brings Hooker to Buffalo as the Bills add to their roster, while Tennessee parts with a veteran…
Titans Make Final Tony Pollard Trade Deadline Decision
The Tennessee Titans decided to keep running back Tony Pollard despite reported interest from other teams ahead of the NFL trade deadline. Pollard has recorded 595 rushing yards and six touchdowns this season. Tennessee…
How to watch Predators vs. Kings: Time, TV, streaming
A viewing guide provides information on how to watch the Nashville Predators face the Los Angeles Kings, including the game’s start time, television coverage and streaming options. The matchup brings together two NHL…
Garth Brooks to replace Lightning 100's spot with new Nashville radio station
Country star Garth Brooks plans to launch FM-100, a Nashville radio station featuring country music, local information, community events and severe weather alerts. The station would take over Lightning 100’s current FM…
Small business grant applications open in Nashville
Nashville has opened applications for new small-business grant programs intended to help local companies remain competitive and invest in their future. The Legacy Business Program is for businesses operating for at…
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‘Together, we’ll continue our tradition of excellence.’ WSMV4 names Bree Smith Chief Meteorologist of First Alert weather team
WSMV4 has promoted Emmy-winning meteorologist Bree Smith to chief meteorologist, effective November 10. Smith joined the Nashville station’s First Alert Weather team in January 2026 and brings more than a decade of…
Tennessee Titans trading star safety Amani Hooker to Buffalo Bills, reports say
The Tennessee Titans are reportedly trading safety Amani Hooker and a fifth-round draft pick to the Buffalo Bills for a second-round pick, according to ESPN and NFL Network. Hooker, 28, has played all eight seasons of…
Tennessee high-risk pregnancy parking placards available in 2027
Tennessee will offer temporary parking placards to people with a certified high-risk pregnancy starting Jan. 1, 2027, the Tennessee Department of Health announced. The placards will be valid for up to six months and…
Seahawks Get Tony Pollard Trade Update From ESPN
The Tennessee Titans are keeping running back Tony Pollard despite interest from other teams, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Tuesday. The decision removes a possible trade target for the Seattle Seahawks, who have been…
Titans agree to trade S Amani Hooker to Bills
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to trade safety Amani Hooker to the Buffalo Bills, giving Buffalo added help in its secondary. The deal moves the veteran defensive back from Tennessee to a team seeking reinforcements…
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Former Tennessee Official Joins Vogel Group as a Principal
The Vogel Group has announced the appointment of Scott Sloan as a principal in its Nashville office. Sloan, who previously served as the chief operating officer and general counsel for the Tennessee Higher Education…
Garth Brooks Just Bought Nashville’s Beloved Indie Radio Station
Garth Brooks’ Sevens Network has agreed to buy the 101.1 FM frequency used by Nashville independent station Lightning 100, pending approval from the Federal Communications Commission. Brooks plans to turn the frequency…
Vanderbilt reacts to 'active cybersecurity incident': What to know
Vanderbilt University is investigating an active cybersecurity incident that may affect university devices, systems and cloud services. The Nashville school urged students, faculty and staff to shut down devices…
First lawsuit filed against Ascension Saint Thomas following drug mix-up that left 4 patients paralyzed
Linda Gilbert, 78, has filed the first lawsuit against Ascension Saint Thomas over a medication mix-up during her knee replacement surgery on Aug. 14. The suit alleges institutional negligence and says a pharmacy error…
Garth Brooks Buying Nashville Radio Spot to Create New Country Station
Garth Brooks’ Sevens Network plans to buy the Nashville radio frequency currently used by WRLT-FM, known as Lightning 100, and launch a country station featuring both contemporary and traditional artists. The project…
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Jack Johnson selected as GOP candidate for Tennessee lieutenant governor
The Tennessee Senate Majority Caucus has selected Senator Jack Johnson as their candidate for lieutenant governor and speaker of the state Senate. Johnson, who currently serves as the Senate majority leader, is expected…
Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan Visits Middle Tennessee
The Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan will visit Middle Tennessee from November 11 to 15, with stops in Nashville, Smyrna, Hermitage, Franklin, Joelton and Antioch. The brightly lit truck will offer seasonal activities and…
Judge dismisses case alleging Dolly Parton’s nephew threatened her estate
A Tennessee judge dismissed a case brought by Dolly Parton’s longtime manager, Danny Nozell, against her nephew and former head of security, Bryan Seaver, after the two sides reached an agreement. Nozell had sought a…
What is Power of Attorney and Why Do You Need One?
Attorney Chris Johnson of Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning explains how powers of attorney fit into broader estate planning. The discussion covers choosing someone to make decisions on your behalf…
November 10, 2026: Big Temperature Drop Ahead
A cold front is expected to bring showers and storms to the Nashville region Wednesday, followed by a sharp temperature drop. Highs forecast in the low 70s are expected to give way to Friday temperatures in the upper…
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Let Me Help: Creating regular family traditions
Kim Barker of Southwestern Student Coaching shares ideas for building regular family traditions, emphasizing that they do not need to be elaborate holiday events. Simple, recurring activities can help families create…
Where can you save the most on glasses? Consumer Reports finds out
Consumer Reports surveyed nearly 60,000 members about where they buy prescription glasses. Online shoppers paid a median of about $125, compared with $220 for in-person purchases. Costco Optical led the ratings for…
Republican Caucus Selects State Sen. Jack Johnson to Be Next Tennessee Lieutenant Governor
Tennessee Senate Republicans selected state Sen. Jack Johnson as their nominee to become the state’s next lieutenant governor. Johnson defeated Sen. Paul Bailey in the caucus vote, though the tally was not released. He…
Nashville Doordash driver threatened with weapon, police say
Nashville police say a DoorDash driver was threatened with a weapon. The available report provides no further details about the incident, including when or where it occurred, whether anyone was injured, or whether a…
Home Sweet Home: Do you have the best Christmas decor in Middle Tennessee?
A local feature invites residents of Middle Tennessee to share or compare their Christmas decorations. The item focuses on holiday home displays in the region and asks whether readers have created one of the area’s…
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Ascension Saint Thomas faces $150 million patient lawsuit after medication mix-up
Ascension Saint Thomas is facing a $150 million lawsuit from a patient following an alleged medication mix-up. The case seeks damages over the incident, though the available report provides no further details about the…
Judge Dismisses Dolly Parton's Estate Lawsuit Against Late Legend's Nephew Bryan Seaver
A Tennessee judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Dolly Parton’s estate against her nephew, Bryan Seaver, according to the Associated Press. The estate had accused Seaver, a former head of Parton’s security, of demanding…
Tennessee Sen. Jack Johnson nominated for lieutenant governor
Tennessee Senate Republicans have nominated Majority Leader Jack Johnson to become the state’s next lieutenant governor, setting up a leadership change in January. Johnson, a Franklin Republican who has served in the…
Universal Publishing Nashville Names Josh Van Valkenburg President
Universal Music Publishing Group has appointed industry veteran Josh Van Valkenburg as the new president of its Nashville division. Van Valkenburg, who previously served as executive VP of creative at Sony Music…