What This Story Is About Macon County High School canceled home sporting events at Pat Parker Memorial Field while the bleachers underwent a structural inspection. The inspection was completed, and the school can host games. Why It Matters The first home football game is schedule...
GAFFNEY, S.C. ( WHNS /Gray News) - Three suspects are in custody following a shooting at a bus stop in South Carolina that left a 17-year-old dead. Cherokee County Sheriff Mueller said three people were involved in the death of 17-year-old Jomiltron Sentell Fair Jr. , who was sho...
On August 24th, the Shepherds College, Empowered for Life Center will open on the Church of the City - Franklin campus. It's a two-year commuter school for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Students are still being accepted. I dropped in ahead of the openin...
What This Story Is About A mother says a man driving a vehicle marked “Local Locksmith” tried to get her 14-year-old son to get into his car. Why It Matters With school back in session, parents in the neighborhood said they are worried about children walking through the area. Wha...
Between groceries, gas, and back-to-school expenses, your budget can take a hit if you're not prepared. But help is available. The Nashville Financial Empowerment Center offers free one-on-one financial counseling to anyone who lives or works in Nashville, regardless of income. I...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Nashville Department of Transportation is preparing for thousands of students to move in at Belmont University by shutting down several roads. “To keep everyone safe and reduce major traffic delays, several streets will be closed and detours will be ...
ATHENS, Ga. ( ANF /Gray News) — A stray cat survived more than 11 hours tucked underneath a college student’s car during a nearly 800-mile trip, traveling from New Jersey to Georgia without the driver’s knowledge. University of Georgia student Jadyn Sawyer had just returned to ca...
What This Story Is About Fort Campbell Middle School will be closed Friday, Aug. 14, due to issues with the HVAC system, according to U.S. Army Fort Campbell. What Happens Next The U.S. Army Fort Campbell said School Age Services and CYS will remain open, and the Bagstone Teen Ce...
What This Story Is About Rutherford County parents say they’re still dealing with transportation issues three days into the new school year. Why It Matters A new state law prohibiting school districts from covering insurance for bus contractors has left the district struggling to...
What This Story Is About The Macon County School District is cancelling all events at Pat Parker Field after receiving a report recommending an inspection of the bleachers. Why It Matters The school district received a report recommending to inspect the bleachers What Happens Nex...
Recent state data shows the majority of the new school vouchers went to students with higher-income families.
The University of Michigan plans to switch to a pass-or-fail system for first-semester students in its College of Literature, Science and the Arts. Under the new arrangement, students will receive either a "pass" or "no credit" rating for the semester. Final grades for the semest...
What This Story Is About The Nashville Department of Transportation has completed a projects for a new sidewalk and an upgraded bikeway on Tusculum Road. Why It Matters NDOT said the new projects enhance safety in the area, which is located near two schools. NDOT said a new sidew...
What This Story Is About Students in third through eighth grades improved in 10 of 15 grade level subject areas compared with last year. Why It Matters MNPS says students reached some of the district’s highest achievement levels since Tennessee adopted more rigorous academic stan...
Dr. Kewanis Kennedy did not set out to win a national education award. His focus, he said, has always been on the students, families and staff at Marshall Elementary School....
MNPS works with Nashville Community Connections and the district’s Homeless Education Resource Office, known as the HERO program, to connect families experiencing housing instability with basic necessities and other support....
A sweeping Vanderbilt University development proposal could transform more than 40 acres near its Nashville campus..
Christopher Matthews has lived in his Murfreesboro home for years, and is planning to buy the property from his grandmother soon. However, for the past year, he said flooding has become a serious problem and he believes new schools built across the street are to blame. Matthews s...
What This Story Is About A school bus carrying elementary schoolers was involved in a minor collision on Tuesday morning. Why It Matters The school bus struck a stop sign at Macon County Jr. High School on Tuesday “to avoid a car turning into the road,” according to the district....
Children and teens face high stress levels as the school year approaches, but experts say parents can help by starting simple conversations. According to the American Institute of Stress, 75% of high school students and 50% of middle schoolers consistently feel stressed. Dr. Aria...
What This Story Is About Metro Nashville Public Schools began the 2026-27 school year Tuesday with new start and dismissal times at many schools. Why It Matters High schools now start 20 minutes later, a change designed to better support student well-being while working within th...
This story was originally published by the Nashville Banner. Sign up for their newsletter. Many of Nashvilles public school students return to the classroom Tuesday with a little extra time before the morning bell. With that comes another change: Metro Nashville Public Schools ha...
What This Story Is About Williamson County Schools welcomes over 400 students to its innovation center. Why It Matters With 400 students enrolled and industry partners already in the building, the Innovation Center gives Williamson County high schoolers direct access to career sk...
Metro Nashville Public Schools is welcoming back thousands of students with new school start times designed to support student well-being and improve learning conditions across the district. High schools will start 20 minutes later than last year, and elementary schools will star...
Metro Nashville Public Schools goes back to class today with staff levels closest to full-strength "in recent memory," but not all teachers are fully certified....
The first day of school brought a first for students in Williamson County.
Families may want to take another look at whether their children qualify for free or reduced-price meals as students head back to school.
What This Story Is About The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office has won first place in the 2026 Versaterm Innovation Awards for its use of technology and data within its school resource officer division. Why It Matters SRO leaders say daily reporting allows the department to identify...
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. (Gray News) – Two teenagers allegedly planned to use homemade weapons in an armed robbery attempt, according to Florida law enforcement authorities. The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and the St. Johns County School District initially received informatio...
Monday was the first full day for Rutherford County Schools students, but not everybody made it to the classroom because the district is, once again, having transportation issues....
Tuesday marks the first day back to school for Metro Nashville Public Schools students. This year, the district will roll out new school start times, which could impact morning commutes....
What This Story Is About The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a threatening statement allegedly made by a Riverside High School student. Why It Matters Authorities said no weapons were found, no one was attacked or injured, and there is no active threat. What Happ...
What This Story Is About The Tennessee Titans collaborate with local high schools to feature the Game of the Week. Why It Matters The host school for the Friday Night Titans Game of the Week presented by Whataburger will receive a $1,000 grant from the Titans Foundation to benefi...
What This Story Is About A former Middle Tennessee high school band booster club treasurer was indicted after authorities alleged she misappropriated thousands of dollars meant for the marching band. Why It Matters The money stolen was meant to benefit DeKalb County High School’s...
What This Story Is About Students went back to school at Rutherford County’s newest campus. What Happens Next The school will be used as a model as the county builds more schools in the area. For Context Poplar Hill Middle is equipped with the same safety technology installed acr...
A former treasurer accused of misappropriating thousands of dollars used to benefit a high school marching band in DeKalb County has been indicted on theft and forgery charges, officials said....
There are no Parent Responsibility Zones in place for Rutherford County Schools as students head back to class for the 2026 school year.
Williamson County school resource officers are celebrating the new school year with official first-day signs.
(Gray News) - Tedde Moore, who is best known for playing Ralphie Parker’s teacher in “A Christmas Story,” has died. Moore, who was 79, died Wednesday in Ontario, according to a post on her Facebook page. “On Wednesday August 5, under sunny skies overlooking Fairy Lake, Tedde pass...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - As students across Middle Tennessee head back to the classroom this week, they’ll be stepping into more than just a new school year— they’ll also be facing a stretch of intense summer heat. Afternoon temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 90s,...
Summer vacation has come to a close in Sumner County with the bell ringing Monday morning on a new school year.
As students across Middle Tennessee head back to class, some children will be getting to school on foot.
As students head back to the classroom, Rutherford County Schools says the bus transportation rules that sparked controversy among some parents last year....
Students across the state are saying goodbye to summer and hello to a brand new school year. Students in Coffee County started school on August 4th. Over the summer, the high school underwent a major construction project while students were away. Michelle Henley has been teaching...
A pair of former shelter dogs have become certified narcotics K9s with the Williamson County Sheriff's Office. They are among the department's first K9 teams trained specifically for work with students under the school resource officer program....
A 70-year-old man allegedly threatened to sit outside with a gun after getting frustrated over parents blocking his driveway while waiting to pick up their children from school in Murfreesboro....
They coached girls and boys basketball at Springfield High School, but now say discrimination eventually forced them from the sidelines. Anthony Griggs coached the boys' team for about 3 years. Rodney Davis coached the girls' team for just one. EEOC complaints filed by both coach...
Williamson County students will have access to a brand new $15 million Innovation Center when they head back to school, offering hands-on career training in fields ranging from aviation to hospitality. The 26,000-square-foot facility, located just off Franklin High School's campu...
A group of former rescue dogs has officially traded shelter life for service in Williamson County schools.
What This Story Is About Middle Tennessee schools will soon start classes. For Context As families prepare for their kids to go back to school, here are ways to save on school supplies. Free back-to-school supplies info . Tax-Free weekend info. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Back-to-s...
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WKRN) — A new chapter began Friday morning as students walked through the doors of Poplar Hill Middle School for the first time. The Rutherford County Schools campus (RCS) officially opened for the 2026-27 school year, welcoming about 850 students in grades 6...
As students return to classrooms across Tennessee, high school athletes are beginning the school year under one of the most significant changes to the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association's transfer policy in decades....
OMAHA, Neb. ( WOWT /Gray News) - A Colorado teacher who came to Nebraska a decade ago as a last resort is celebrating 10 years in remission from a blood cancer that doctors believed would kill her within months. Amy Cheese of Fort Collins, Colorado, was diagnosed with lymphoma an...
Some Sumner County students get free meals this school year under a federal program Students at about 30 Sumner County schools will receive free breakfast and lunch every school day this school year under a federal program that bases eligibility on how many students are enrolled ...
Middle Tennessee State University is growing one of its signature resources for student veterans and military families with an expanded center.
BEAVERCREEK, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) — Buc-ee’s is taking on a small convenience store, but the community is fighting back. Beavers are a common theme throughout Beavercreek, Ohio, from the high school mascot to various local statues. But the massive travel center chain Buc-ee’s ...
What This Story Is About Martha Rivers Ingram, a prominent Nashville businesswoman, philanthropist and longtime supporter of the arts and education, died Wednesday. She was 90. Why It Matters Ingram helped shape Nashville’s cultural institutions and civic life, and served as chai...
The advocacy group Say Yes to Recess has expanded its push for student recess beyond elementary schools, saying they have secured more daily recess at all Clarksville-Montgomery County middle schools as students returned to class Wednesday, August 5. Representatives from the grou...
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System launched a new entrepreneurship program this school year, giving high school students the chance to develop real businesses while still in school. The program, called Founders INC, gives students access to cutting-edge technology in...
What began as a solution to a common teenage problem has grown into a small business for a Wilson County student who is helping families celebrate everything from birthdays and graduations to the first day of school....
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GILBERT, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) — A death investigation is underway after the body of a mother of three was found inside her Arizona h…
About a dozen Murfreesboro residents spoke out against the city's use of license plate readers on Thursday night.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY, N.C. ( WECT /Gray News) - A North Carolina sheriff’s deputy and his K-9 partner were recognized for tracking down an endan…
What This Story Is About Titans win their 1st preseason game under Robert Saleh Why It Matters This was the first game situation for the Tit…
CORDOVA, Tenn. (WMC) - A six-year-old girl died Thursday after being left on a daycare van in the summer heat for hours, according to her fa…
Brye Sebring was only two shows into the biggest tour of her career when thieves stole the trailer carrying her gear and merchandise. What f…
What This Story Is About A crash has closed the northbound lanes of Sparta Pike. Why It Matters LPD said southbound traffic leaving the Wils…
A heated debate over surveillance cameras is causing a stir in Murfreesboro. The Flock cameras read license plate numbers, which police say …
What This Story Is About Macon County High School canceled home sporting events at Pat Parker Memorial Field while the bleachers underwent a…
What This Story Is About Murfreesboro residents took their concerns about Flock Safety cameras to the city council Thursday night, asking th…
Officials said an outbreak may be occurring with other unconfirmed reports of measles within Christian County, but no known public exposures…
An award-winning former Metro Nashville Public Schools teacher who resigned earlier this year took her concerns directly to the school board…
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