Any fantasy sports contest amounts to “illegal gambling” in Tennessee, argues state Attorney General Herbert Slatery in a new opinion obtained by The Tennessean. The sweeping opinion covers all fantasy sports, the massive industry where contestants choos individual players from…
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Tennessee AG Finds a Really, Really Dumb Law Unconstitutional
A state law aimed at stopping certain immigrants from having the ability to sell beer at a restaurant, store or other establishment is discriminatory and likely unconstitutional, according to a new opinion from the Tennessee attorney general. In July a…
Read MoreInteresting Proposal Would Bring More Out of State Students and Money to State Colleges
Tennessee universities could soon be seeing more out-of-state students. As it is drafted right now, a bill sponsored by State Senator Todd Gardenhire would allow students from any state bordering Tennessee to receive in-state tuition. Eight states border Tennessee, including…
Read MoreLeading Wine Retailer to Challenge Local Liquor Monopolies
One of the largest wine retailers in the country is bringing its expansive collection of bottles to the Nashville area this year. Maryland-based Total Wine & More has deals to open stores in West Nashville and at Cool Springs Pointe…
Read MoreLegislature Takes a Break from Durham Gossip to Deal With Legislative Issues
Tennessee lawmakers are in for a busy day as several big bills come up for consideration. ‘Slow Poke Law’ Lawmakers at the state capitol will debate whether slow drivers should get a fine for driving in the fast lane. The…
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