A break in a fuel pipeline in Alabama has caused a supply delay across the Southeast, alarming Tennessee residents to take action. Fear of gas shortages has caused long lines at the pump, which actually put several gas stations out…
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Feds: Beware Vanguard Healthcare
The U.S. Attorney’s office is accusing Vanguard HealthCare of failing to take care of the elderly patients at six of the company’s nursing homes in Tennessee. The federal lawsuit that was filed today gives a look at life inside these…
Read MorePipeline Leak May Lead to Higher Gas Prices
Auto Club Group and motorist organization AAA reports a partial pipeline closure may temporarily increase prices and put gas in short supply for Tennesseans. The Colonial pipeline which services much of the east coast has been partially shut down since…
Read MoreDo You Remember the Unusual Riverfront Carousel?
Even long-time Nashvillians may have forgotten the quirky carousel that used to twirl along the banks of the Cumberland River. Designed by the pop artist Red Grooms, the spinning homage to Tennessee delighted and bemused tourists and families, starting in…
Read MoreAverage Incomes In Nashville and Suburbs Post Huge Gains
Residents of the Nashville metro are seeing rising incomes, according to new data released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau. The rise in the region’s median household income comes as the nation and most large metro areas are seeing similar…
Read MoreSeveral Former Titans Up for Hall of Fame Consideration
The journey toward the NFL Hall of Fame is back on for five former Titans. Running back Eddie George and quarterback Steve McNair are back on the ballot for the NFL Hall of Fame in 2017. Center Kevin Mawae, kicker…
Read MoreThe Greatest Depression
There are several movies I will watch every time they are aired on one of my generally useless 600 cable channels. They all have the same thing in common – a compelling character portrayal which keeps you riveted and mesmerised…
Read MoreSports Drinks: Just Liquid Dessert
Adults of a “certain age” (read: middle age) grew up with pretty much just one sports drink. And it wasn’t even classified as such—sports marketing wasn’t the big deal it is now. It was simply called “Gatorade.” Developed by researchers…
Read MoreTitans Disappoint at Home in Season Opener
It was such an uplifting day — mild temperatures, blue skies, the first home game on the banks of the Cumberland River for your two-tone blue team. When the Titans jumped out to a 10-0 halftime lead, I thought what…
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