Original Captain D's location closes in Donelson
The location of the original Captain D's restaurant in Donelson has closed its doors.
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East Nashville business owner sells property to cover soaring tax bill
A business owner says rising property taxes are forcing him to sell off one property just to cover the tax bill for his others.
A new Supreme Court term begins with cases on climate change, immigration and gun rights
The Supreme Court's new term begins Monday with cases on climate change, religious rights and President Donald Trumps crackdown on immigration high on the agenda. Heres a look at what's in store: Climate change The high court is starting its term with a major climate change case....
Third Boring Company Tunneling Machine Launch Set for Late October
Music City Loop construction progresses, Boring Company says in latest blog post
Here are where Spirit Christmas stores will open in the United States this holiday season
(Gray News) - Spirit Halloween is once again venturing into the most wonderful time of year with Spirit Christmas returning. In addition to finding holiday apparel, licensed items, Christmas decorations, and some creepy Christmas items, the chain will also give shoppers the chanc...
Nashville Symphony lifeline: Oracle announces $10M partnership
The Nashville Symphony's season is reinstated due to a generous new partnership.Oracle announced on Sunday that the company is investing $10 million and creatin...
A gut punch in Ohio: Nearly 1,400 laid off at truck factory just days before Trump rally
Sipping tea from beer mugs with his co-workers, Kyle Bos listed the ways his life is changing. Bos has two daughters, with a third due in January. At the grocery store, five items cost as much as a full cart once did. And on Wednesday, Bos and nearly 1,400 other people were laid ...
Catering business shut down after football team suffers food poisoning before game
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. ( KWQC /Gray News) - An unlicensed home-based catering business in Illinois has been ordered to cease operations after dozens of people were sickened at a football team dinner. According to the Rock Island Health Department, it was notified of a foodborne illnes...
Man convicted of fatally shooting nephew at Clarksville gas station in 2023
What This Story Is About A man was convicted Thursday for the murder of his nephew at a Clarksville convenience store in 2023. Why It Matters Witnesses and forensic analysis of Dowlen’s phone revealed his intent to murder Gray prior to the shooting, Nash said. What Happens Next “...
Scammers are using everyday tech tools to flood your phone
( InvestigateTV ) — Scam calls and texts have become the top way scammers reach their victims, outpacing overall scam growth, according to a new report from the Better Business Bureau. Josh Planos, a spokesperson for the Better Business Bureau, said the scale of the problem conti...
Thrifting a treasure
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - A teen in Portland, Oregon paid three dollars for a jacket at goodwill. His keen eye knew there was something more to it. Turns out -- it belonged to NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain. Leslie Dominique shows us how a thrift store find made its way to one of the w...
Popular frozen pasta sold nationwide at Walmart recalled. Here’s why
(Gray News) - More frozen pasta sold at Walmart stores nationwide is being recalled over listeria concerns, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Last month, the company announced it was recalling two lots of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine be...
Secondhand shopping surge: More Americans are buying used clothing
( Aging Untold ) — Retail experts say many American consumers, including older shoppers, are seeking out pre-owned and sustainable products. According to the 2025 Resale Report from ThredUp, the U.S. secondhand apparel market is growing at an average of about 9 percent each year....
This grocery store employee makes sure every customer finds what they’re looking for
WAUSAU, Wis. ( InvestigateTV ) - For almost three decades, Greg Atchison has been a friendly face in the grocery business. “It’s greeting people. Meeting people, seeing people, it’s therapeutic,” Atchison said. Atchison has worked 28 years in customer service. Twenty years at Fes...
Jet Access brings premium aircraft services to Middle Tennessee with new terminal launch
Nashville's John C. Tune Airport just got an upgrade as Jet Access opens a new private terminal for business and private flyers.
Their house burned down. Now this Williamsport couple might lose their horse farm business due to pipeline construction.
What This Story Is About The owners of Innisfree Farm in Williamsport say they’re at risk of losing their business due to construction of a water pipeline on their property. Why It Matters Columbia Power and Water Systems (CPWS) told the couple they plan to build a water pipeline...
Fairview liquor store owner says state transportation project is cutting off customer access
What This Story Is About A TDOT road project on Highway 100 in Fairview has narrowed access to Fairview Liquors and Fine Wines to a 17-foot gap, and owner Don Norman says sales have dropped about 75% since Tuesday. Why It Matters The limited access is directly affecting the busin...
Metro's 300th Historical Marker Spotlights Pioneering Local Basketball Team
Nashville Business College dominated women’s AAU circuit in ’50s and ’60s
Morning Rise Donuts: Spring Hill couple turns a love of donuts into an unexpected family business
Three months ago, RJ and Rebekah Apostol started with some dough in their kitchen. Now, they're building a business. "We are starting a donut business from the ground up," RJ said. The Spring Hill couple makes their donuts fresh, offering classics like chocolate and vanilla along...
Gaylord Opryland's $131M expansion to bring more events, business to Donelson
Gaylord Opryland Resort is investing $131 million into a project that will add more meeting and event space as the city continues to see growth in tourism and convention business....
MY HERO: Elecxus Ellis - A Mission Brewing in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, TN. (WTVF) - A MISSION BREWING IN ROBERTSON COUNTY MY HERO: Elecxus Ellis At just 25 years old, Elecxus Ellis is making a lasting impact in Springfield, Tennessee. As the founder and owner of Kofee Broz LLC, Ellis has created much more than a coffee shop.. She has cr...
Christian nationalist ‘Holy Wars’ conference happening in Franklin despite protests, calls for cancellation
What This Story Is About Thousands of people have signed a petition trying to stop the “Fight, Laugh, Feast” podcast group from holding a “Holy Wars” conference this weekend at The Factory in Franklin. Why It Matters A local restaurant and event venue were unknowingly tied to the...
‘I need help’: Restaurant staff shields and protects woman from man following her on walk
MONONA, Wis. ( WMTV /Gray News) - A Wisconsin woman says a routine evening walk along Monona’s Lake Loop quickly escalated into a frightening situation. Carly Major was out walking with her dog last Saturday evening when she said she noticed a man approaching her who then began t...
Celebrated Tennessee artist Phil Ponder dies, museum says
What This Story Is About The Clement Railroad Hotel Museum announced the death of celebrated Tennessee artist Phil Ponder. Why It Matters Ponder’s artwork captured Tennessee landmarks and locations for decades and became part of the visual identity of homes, businesses, offices a...
Former Madison car wash to reopen as hybrid clothing and car shop
A vacant car wash in Madison is set get to get a clean start as a joint clothing store and auto detailing shop.
'Writing on the wall' says 98-year-old Nashville guitar shop won't last in Music City
Delgado Guitars has been helping Music City strum since 1928, but "with the writing on the wall," third-generation owner Manuel Delgado tells FOX 17 News if the...
The Nonprofit Acting as a Watchdog for Wages
Stand Up Nashville wants Nashville’s businesses to pay wages that keep up with rising costs
TN pizza battle ensues after chain accuses former franchise owner of launching competitor using trade secrets
What This Story Is About Sir Pizza is accusing a former licensee of using their trade secrets to launch a new business that is rapidly expanding. Why It Matters Qulada has been accused of infringing upon agreements with the company and using its recipes and branding to launch a c...
Rogue AI agents leaked ChatGPT users' images. Here's how to keep your chats out of AI training
OpenAI is disclosing more fallout from months of its AI agents acting on their own, and this time it involves regular ChatGPT users. Over the weekend, the company that its agents had leaked 53 images from ChatGPT users, but declined to say whether the images were AI-generated or ...
Target says it's trimming prices on 2,000 items ahead of the holiday shopping season
Target said it is lowering prices on nearly 2,000 items as the retailer looks to attract shoppers heading into the holiday season. The company announced the discounts are focused on clothing, footwear and home goods, categories that many families are expected to shop as fall and ...
Walmart says your income and shopping history won't affect prices
Walmart is aiming to assuage customers' fears about its new pricing technology as it rolls out digital price labels at its stores. In a statement posted on the company's website, Walmart Inc.'s CEO John Furner vowed that the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer isn't using person...
Why so many drivers feel ‘car poor,’ and what you can do about it
( InvestigateTV ) — Car payments are taking a bigger bite out of family budgets, and how much a household should reasonably spend depends heavily on where they live, according to a new ConsumerAffairs analysis . Partnering with auto loan refinancing company Auto Approve, Consumer...
Franklin restaurant to donate proceeds from conference luncheon
Fight Laugh Feast is scheduled for Oct. 1- 3 at The Factory in Franklin to discuss what organizers call their “Christian Crusade Holy War.”
Why aren't 2027 vehicles showing up on dealer lots yet?
If you've been shopping for a new vehicle lately, you may have noticed something unusual: there aren't many 2027 models on dealership lots. Typically, dealerships begin filling up with next year's vehicles by early fall. But this year, automakers are taking a slower approach to r...
Nvidia unveils security platform to stop AI agents from going rogue
Nvidia on Monday unveiled a new security platform that the chipmaker said can stop artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. The company said that its Open Agent Safety Platform includes open source software that "sets boundaries for agents," and follows a series of revela...
Powerful nor’easter floods Northeast, leaves over 130,000 without power as high tides threaten coast
A powerful noreaster battered the Northeast again on Sunday, flooding coastal communities and leaving tens of thousands of homes and businesses without power as forecasters warned that another round of high tides could inundate vulnerable shorelines. The slow-moving storm, which ...
Nashville recruiting company reinstated as founders' legal battle continues
A Nashville-based recruiting company is back in good standing with the state, but the courtroom battle between its two founders continues.
1 dead, 2 wounded in shootout outside vape shop in North Nashville
What This Story Is About One person died after three people were shot at a vape shop in North Nashville on Saturday evening. What Happens Next The investigation into the shooting continues as detectives work to determine who started the shooting and why. For Context One seriously...
Costco says it used tariff refunds to cut prices on everyday goods
Costco leaders said earlier this week that the company received a $184 million tariff refund from the federal government after the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trumps tariff policy was illegal. Costco said the government refunded $174 million to the company, along with an...
Nashville celebrates Dolly Parton with ‘Dolly Day’
What This Story Is About Nashville marked Sept. 25, or 9-25, as a citywide celebration of the late Dolly Parton. Why It Matters More than 150 businesses in Nashville held special events and fundraisers for local charities. What Happens Next The city wants to make “Dolly Day” an a...
Hendersonville restaurant gets ‘horrible health inspection score’ of 57: ‘I know all of the haters are going to have a field day with this’
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Hendersonville restaurant that failed its health inspection this week is confronting the result head-on on social media. Moby Dicky’s, a seafood restaurant and sports bar, received a 57 out of 100 during its health inspection on Wednesday. Numerou...
Beloved Hendersonville restaurant Moby Dicky’s fails health inspection
Moby Dicky’s on Old Hickory Lake was given an "F" grade by the Tennessee Department of Health earlier this week.
Tennessee-based company CoreCivic names new CEO, leadership steps down for health reasons
Leadership is changing at CoreCivic after the company announced Friday Patrick D. Swindle, previous president and CEO, is stepping down for health reasons....
CoreCivic names new CEO after Patrick Swindle steps down due to cancer diagnosis
CoreCivic has named Lucibeth Mayberry its new president and CEO after Patrick Swindle stepped down from the role due to health reasons. The Brentwood-based private prison company announced the leadership change Friday. Swindle said he is pursuing treatment for stage four metastat...
GMN's Dining Dash for Sept. 25, 2026
Each week Good Morning Nashville features health inspection scores from restaurants across Middle Tennessee.
Close Out September With This Weekend's Food and Drink Events
Celebrate Dolly Day at Friends in Low Places, recognize restaurant workers with Giving Kitchen and get ready for autumn at Wedge Oak Farm
Where to celebrate Nashville's inaugural Dolly Day in Music City
All across Nashville and Middle Tennessee, businesses and communities are paying homage to the iconic singer, songwriter and philanthropist on Dolly Day....
Fall weather finally allows for apple and pumpkin picking in Middle Tennessee. What you need to know this weekend
What This Story Is About Morning Glory Orchard in Nolensville, Tennessee, lost roughly half its apple crop this year due to a March freeze, drought and summer heat, but is opening for its first big fall weekend as cooler temperatures arrive. Why It Matters The orchard’s owner say...
Data shows ICE activity is impacting the Nashville economy
Are immigration raids having an impact on Nashville's economy? New numbers show some businesses have seen nearly a 60% drop in sales following ICE activity...
Powerful Hurricane Polo drenches Mexico's coast as Nolo takes aim at Hawaii
Residents of Mexicos Pacific coast piled sandbags to protect beachfront shops and evacuated homes, while Hawaiis Big Island braced for potentially catastrophic flooding as two separate storms threatened their shores on Thursday. Hurricane Polo poured bands of heavy rain across Me...
What to know as stores switch to digital price tags
( InvestigateTV ) — Shoppers are starting to see more digital price tags at the grocery store, replacing the paper stickers traditionally found on shelves. Chains including Walmart, Kroger and Whole Foods are adopting the digital labels. Kyle James, a writer for ConsumerAffairs, ...
How to shop smarter for dietary supplements
Nearly 60% of Americans now take dietary supplements, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open looking at 25 years of data. With so many options on store shelves, knowing which ones you actually need, and which ones are worth your money, can be a challenge. Shopper...
Mother dies after eating frozen blueberries from Publix, lawsuit says
CLEARWATER, Fla. (Gray News) — A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed after a Florida woman died from allegedly eating contaminated blueberries from Publix. According to a news release from Morgan & Morgan, Karla Mullins died on June 20 after eating frozen blueberries purchased ...
Dolly Parton Company Sues Star's Former Security Director
Overseen by Parton's manager Danny Nozell, She’s Alive LLC claims Parton's nephew Bryan Seaver is threatening employees, business partners