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NASHVILLE –  Tennessee State football third-year head football coach  Eddie George  has officially announced the 2023 football schedule. The fall slate includes five home games and two games against HBCU opponents. The conference slate includes six contests between the joint conferences of the Ohio Valley Conference and Big South. Week 1  – Sept. 2 TSU at Notre Dame Notre Dame Stadium // South Bend, Ind. TSU will kick off its 2023 schedule with a trip to South Bend, Ind., to take on Notre Dame on September 2. It will mark the first time in program history the Irish will face an HBCU when the Tigers make their trip north for the Irish's 2023 home opener. TSU will become the first FCS school to play Notre Dame since the subdivision split. The game will be televised nationally on NBC. Week 2  – Sept. 9 TSU vs. UAPB Liberty Bowl // Memphis, Tenn. The Tigers will take on a new opponent in the 34 th  edition of the Southern Heritage Classic on September 9, when the...

NASHVILLE – The Nashville Sounds Baseball Club announced today that First Horizon Park will host Clip In 4 The Cure on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. Nashville’s second-annual relay-style cycling event supports cancer initiatives at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Teams of four will participate in a team cycling event led by Nashville’s top spin instructors and DJs. To register, form a team of four and visit  ClipIn4TheCure.org . Each team is encouraged to fundraise a minimum of $400 to reserve their bikes. The more you fundraise, the more prizes you will receive. All proceeds will benefit cancer research at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and Monroe Carell. Specifically, funds at Vanderbilt-Ingram will be distributed to investigators in the form of pilot funding. Pilot funds allow investigators to collect preliminary data to support an application for independent research support through extramural, peer-reviewed ...

NASHVILLE – The Nashville Sounds Baseball Club announced today that single-game tickets for all 75 home games for the 2023 season at First Horizon Park will be available for purchase beginning Tuesday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets can be purchased online, at the First Horizon Park Ticket Office or by calling 615-690-HITS ext. 2. Notable home games during the 2023 season include Opening Day on Friday, March 31 against the Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds) at 6:35 p.m., Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 14 against the Gwinnett Stripers (Atlanta Braves) at 2:05 p.m. and Tuesday, July 4 against the Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Guardians) at 6:05 p.m. The Sounds will see two opponents return to First Horizon Park for the first time since 2019. The Omaha Storm Chasers (Kansas City Royals) play the Sounds April 25-30, while the Iowa Cubs (Chicago Cubs) will be in town from May 23-28. First Horizon Park and the Sounds will host 13 different homestands to fill the 75-game home slate. Th...

The 2023 TSSAA Hall of Fame inductees have been selected. Nine new members will be inducted into the TSSAA Hall of Fame at the annual luncheon at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center in Murfreesboro on Saturday, April 15, 2023. One administrator, four coaches, three officials, and one contributor will be inducted that day to join others in the annual gathering of those selected since the process began in 1982. Those being inducted at this year’s luncheon are: Bryan True, administrator from Lawrenceburg; Vic Grider, coach from South Pittsburg; the late Jim Heinz, coach from Cordova; David Meske, coach from Knoxville; the late Danny Joe Young, coach from Memphis; Marty Clements, official from Jackson; Dale Ford, official from Jonesborough; Donnie Graham, official from Rockford; and Pat Swallows, contributor from Cookeville. The Hall of Fame luncheon will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 15. The luncheon is to not only honor the new inductees and their families, b...

Non-Lethal Shooting Unit detectives are working to identify the gunman who shot and injured a man on February 20 while he was pumping gas at a Citgo on Dickerson Pike with an 8-year-old passenger in the vehicle. Surveillance footage shows the suspect get out of a black Dodge Charger with two handguns around 8 p.m. in the parking lot of the gas station. After a brief verbal argument with the victim, the victim gets into his vehicle and leaves. Seconds later both the suspect and victim exchanged gunfire as they exit the parking lot. A second shootout between the two occurred minutes later on Sennadale Lane. The victim was transported to Skyline Medical Center with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his leg. Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward. https://dicksoncountysource.com/detectives-working-to-identify-dickerson-pike-shooting-suspect/?feed_id=16178...

A man is in jail after a large amount of fentanyl was found by K-9 officers at Nashville International Airport on February 27, 2023, according to WSMV . Narcotics detectives at BNA seized approximately 11 pounds of blue M30 pills consistent with fentanyl when conducting a search of a man’s luggage. The man was identified as 22-year-old Michael Chandler. Detectives later determined that Chandler did not arrive at BNA with the narcotics, but was there to pick them up, reports WSMV . Chandler has been charged with a felony possession with the intent to sell. He remains in custody on $150,000 bond. https://dicksoncountysource.com/several-pounds-of-fentanyl-seized-at-nashville-international-airport/?feed_id=16174&_unique_id=63fe412b14230

NASHVILLE, Tenn (Feb. 25, 2023) – Nashville Soccer Club opened the 2023 Major League Soccer season with a 2-0 victory over New York City FC in front of a crowd of 28,051 at GEODIS Park. Jacob Shaffelburg scored the insurance goal for Nashville SC in the 80th minute. Welcome To Our Ring Of Fire: Defender Walker Zimmerman anchored the backline to a shutout tonight and scored the game-winning goal for Nashville SC after finding the back of the net in the first half. As a homage to Johnny Cash, Zimmerman ran to the corner flag using it as a mic and singing the song “Ring of Fire”. That’s Our MVP: After entering the match as a sub in the 75th minute, 2022 Landon Donovan MLS MVP Hany Mukhtar made an immediate impact on the pitch running through the New York defense and setting up Shaffelburg who scored the second goal of the contest five minutes after Mukhtar’s arrival. What A Night In Black: For the first time in club history Nashville SC did not wear gold in a home contest as Nas...

Well, February ends on a high note. an old weather saying is “If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb, and vice versa”. March is going to come in like a lion. Your March 1, 2023 will be mostly sunny to start but by late Wednesday thru Friday expect very heavy rains, embedded storms, and yes , more winds. I expect to see some flood watches and warning issued and a wind advisory at the least. Right now the best chance for severe weather seems to be Thursday thru Thursday evening. We will update as we know more and  For your Close to Home LIVE radar find your county here. Today Sunny, with a high near 73. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 53. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Wednesday A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. N...

As BNA prepares for one of its busiest travel seasons of the year and the airport continues its trajectory of exponential growth, travelers are urged to follow the below tips from BNA for a seamless travel journey: · Arrive Early – BNA recommends passengers arrive two hours early. It allows extra time to navigate areas at the airport, especially ones that passengers might not be familiar with. Remember: with the recent opening of the Grand Lobby , all passengers will flow through one central checkpoint in the middle of the airport. · Check Your Flight Status: Prior to arriving at BNA, please check the status of your flight with your airline. · Understand Parking Options at BNA: With increased passenger volume, please check parking availability before arriving at the airport – Park at BNA . About Nashville International Airport As infrastructure critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, BNA® is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music Cit...

TPAC (Tennessee Performing Arts) is located in downtown Nashville close to the Capital Building. Nashville is a major market for Broadway touring productions that stop at TPAC along with special engagements of musical guests and other performances. TPAC is located at   505 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37243. If you are looking to grab a bite before a show, here are a few places to try. The Library [caption id="attachment_18029" align="aligncenter" width="800"] photo by Donna Vissman[/caption] 623 Union Street, Nashville The Library is located inside the Sheraton Grand Nashville right off of the lobby. It offers a limited menu of sandwiches and salads for a quick dinner. After the show, you can stop by the Sheraton and visit the 28th floor Skye lounge for a drink of try one of the snacks offered like Nashville caramel popcorn or bbq short rib flatbread. Deacon’s New South [caption id="attachment_18030" align="aligncenter...

Headed to a show at TPAC? Here are a few places to park. TPAC is located at 505 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37243. Valet Parking [caption id="attachment_18021" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Stock Photo[/caption] Valet parking is provided by Metropolis for most publicly ticketed events by Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC’s Jackson Hall, TPAC’s Polk Theater, and TPAC’s Johnson Theater). Metropolis utilizes a parking app to provide a convenient way for customers to pay for valet and request their vehicles at the end of the performances. For convenience, visit  Metropolis online  to create your account in advance. Drop-off  is located on 6 th  Avenue by the marquee entrance to TPAC near the corner of Deaderick Street. Paying for valet  is convenient via a link texted to your cell phone upon drop off. The current rate is $40 per vehicle. Metropolis is unable to accept cash payment for valet services. Street Parking [caption i...

A former Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper has been indicted in a crash that left him and two others injured in May 2022, according to WKRN . The crash happened on May 22, 2022 on Butler Road in Maury County. Authorities say former patrol officer Samuel Lavell Outlaw was driving in the eastbound lanes on Butler in a 2021 Side-by-Side vehicle when he crossed into the westbound lane and struck a Nissan Altima. Outlaw was off duty at the time and initial reports indicated that Outlaw had been drinking. Reports also stated that the 2021 Side-by-Side vehicle he was driving was not registered or insured. The two passengers in the Nissan Altima were injured and taken to the hospital. Outlaw resigned from his position in June of 2022 after being with the Tennessee Highway Patrol since November of 2002. He was honored for enforcing DUI laws in 2017. In February of 2023, Outlaw was indicted on multiple charges including one count of driving under the influence, one count of D...

From Tennessee Bureau of Investigation : An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment and arrest of a former Murfreesboro man, charged with impersonating a licensed professional when providing COVID testing. At the request of 16th Judicial District Attorney General Jennings Jones, in November 2021, special agents began investigating an allegation that a man who had been providing COVID testing for various artists and venues had used a fraudulent diploma to obtain employment. During the course of the investigation, agents developed information that Jacob Melnychuk created a fraudulent master’s degree diploma and portrayed himself to be a licensed professional. The investigation further revealed that Melnychuk used a licensed professional’s information to submit numerous tests, without that person’s knowledge. On February 6th, the Rutherford County Grand Jury returned indictments charging Jacob Melnychuk (DOB 04/21/...

From Metro Police Department February 27, 2023 No charges have been placed in Sunday afternoon’s road rage-related fatal shooting of Alden R. Jones, 71, on State Route 45 at Rio Vista Drive. The investigation thus far is indicative of self-defense. The man who shot Jones, Ricky L. Frizzell Jr., 36, of Hermitage, remained on the shooting scene and has been fully cooperative with detectives. The investigation to this point shows that Jones was driving aggressively through Hermitage and Old Hickory by speeding and cutting off other drivers. When Jones came to a stop at the traffic light at State Route 45 and Rio Vista Drive, he got out of his vehicle, approached the vehicle directly behind him, and began banging on the driver’s side window with a pistol. Frizzell was behind the vehicle Jones was banging on. He attempted to verbally intervene. Jones, with pistol in hand, then began approaching Frizzell’s vehicle. Frizzell, who had gotten out, yelled for Jones to stop, not come ...

Compression garments are a necessity for many people. Whether you are born with lymphedema or receive a diagnosis later in life, compression garments are a large part of your life. As your compression garments are medical grade, you will need to wear them as often as prescribed, and they are something you have to think about while going through your daily routine. Rather than looking at compression garments as a hassle and something that might make you feel discouraged, you should think of them as another accessory that can be used to express yourself and your style in your everyday life. Keep It Simple Many people prefer to opt for a compression garment that doesn’t draw attention to itself, which might be the perfect option for you. You can opt for a skin tone compression garment or a neutral color like black or white. It’s functional and allows the focus to stay on your outfit rather than your compression garments. Be Bold Rather than opt for a skin tone compression garm...

The Doobie Brothers are continuing their 50th anniversary tour with additional stops including one at FirstBank Amphitheater in Franklin, TN. Doobie Brothers will hit the stage on Thursday, August 31st at 7:30 pm bringing together guitarists Tom Johnston, Pat Simmons and John McFee and singer Michael McDonald for the first time in 25 years. Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 3 at 10 am, presale begins on Thursday, March 2 with code OPENER. Find tickets here.  https://dicksoncountysource.com/doobie-brothers-extend-50th-anniversary-tour-with-a-stop-in-franklin-tn/?feed_id=16126&_unique_id=63fd0757b1ebc

Hazardous Weather Outlook Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Nashville TN 147 AM CST Mon Feb 27 2023 TNZ005>011-023>034-056>066-075-077>080-093>095-280800- Stewart-Montgomery-Robertson-Sumner-Macon-Clay-Pickett-Houston- Humphreys-Dickson-Cheatham-Davidson-Wilson-Trousdale-Smith-Jackson- Putnam-Overton-Fentress-Perry-Hickman-Lewis-Williamson-Maury- Marshall-Rutherford-Cannon-De Kalb-White-Cumberland-Bedford-Coffee- Warren-Grundy-Van Buren-Wayne-Lawrence-Giles- 147 AM CST Mon Feb 27 2023 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Middle Tennessee. .DAY ONE...Today and tonight. Sustained winds of 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 40 to 45 mph likely today. A Wind Advisory is in effect from 6 am to 6 pm CST today. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Tuesday through Sunday. Multiple systems during the second half of the week will present a few issues. Rainfall totals from Wednesday to Thursday night will run from 3 to 5 inches. This could cause locali...

Hockey is a lot to keep up with and if you’re a busy Middle Tennessean but are still a fan of the hometown Predators, we have your weekly Nashville Predators update with everything you need to know right here. Last Week February 21st, 5-4 shootout win vs the Vancouver Canucks February 23rd, 6-2 win at the San Jose Sharks February 26th, 6-2 win at the Arizona Coyotes To start with, our questions have been answered. The Nashville Predators are sellers at the trade deadline. Not only are the Preds sellers, but they are ushering in a whole new era of Nashville Predators hockey. It all started on Saturday, when Predators forward Nino Niederreiter was traded to the Winnipeg Jets for a 2024 second round draft pick. The #Preds have acquired a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft from the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for forward Nino Niederreiter. @celerocommerce | #Preds https://t.co/KHKmyKPGzj — Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) February 25, 2023 Then, Sunday is...

Theresa Anna Helberg, daughter of Theodore Carlton Helberg, Jr., and Vara Irene Burns, was born in Smyrna, TN, on June 2, 1955, and passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, in Dickson, TN, after a short illness. She is preceded in death by both her parents and most of her aunts and uncles. She is survived by her two sons, Derek Weatherspoon (Kelly) and Ryan Redden (Lindsay); her three grandchildren, Harper and Sawyer Redden and Ian Weatherspoon. She is survived, also, by her siblings, Nancy Menke (Sara Rosson) and Teddy Helberg (Kim Lindlof); and several nieces and nephews, Kristen Menke, Emily Menke, Annie Helberg and Taylor Williams; and one aunt, Shirley Crow. Nothing meant more to Theresa than her family, especially her sons and grandchildren. She took great delight in following all of their activities and was proud of each one. She also was proud to have been a member of the Dickson Police Department as an emergency 911 operator and records clerk from 1991-2011. She a...

From Dickson County Sheriff's Office February 24, 2023 Adam Swaw is now in custody according to the Dickson County Sheriff's Office. The new charge includes a Violation of the sex offender registry. In July of 2022, Adam Swaw was wanted for Violation of the sex offender registry and  Violation of Community Corrections. Contact Sergeant Calhoun at (615)740-4898 if you have any information on the whereabouts of this subject. MORE CRIME NEWS https://dicksoncountysource.com/adam-swaw-in-custody-for-violations-of-sex-offender-registry/?feed_id=16108&_unique_id=63fce1196bdd7

Martin Banks Poynor, age 87, of Burns, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. He was born August 9, 1935, in Franklin, TN. He retired from Ebbtide Boat Corporation where he worked for many years. Martin enjoyed steel guitar music and played in a band during his younger years. He was a member of Grace Communion Church in Clarksville, TN. Preceding him in death are his parents Willard and Maxine Poynor and sisters, Sandra Sitton and Jane Martin. Martin is survived by his wife, Rita, of 56 years; daughter, Michele Mercante (Tony) of Mt. Juliet, TN; son, Matthew Poynor (Marcia) of Dickson, TN; two grandsons, Michael Mercante and Nicholas Mercante; and several nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service will be held on Monday, February 27th, at Taylor Funeral Home in Dickson, 214 N Main Street, Dickson, TN. Visitation will be from 2:00-4:00 pm with service following at 4:00 pm. http://taylorsince1909.com In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be ma...

Michael Wayne Lynch, age 51, of Tennessee City, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Michael was a free spirited, thrill seeking, wild at heart and independent man who loved to pull pranks and jokes on everyone. He could fix anything and loved to tinker or mechanic as he did for many years. He also enjoyed going to the river, fishing, participating in mini tractor pulls, doing burnouts and donuts and most of all spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Preceded in death by his father, Richard Wayne Lynch. Survived by his children Abigail Janna Lynch, Tiffany Ann Lynch, Amber Lynch Davis (Jared), Trevor Wayne Lynch and Alyssa Kari Lynch; grandchildren, Brayden Ross Richardson, Paislynn Belle Davis, Lucas Wayne Richardson and Samuel Richard Davis; mother, Ann Marie Lynch; sister Sherry Plunkett (Eddie); nephews, Devin Michael Etheridge and Hunter Plunkett; the mother of his children, Kari Ann Lynch; several cousins and extended family members. Fune...

Crumbl Cookies’ latest limited-time cookies for the week ending March 4, 2023. Find a location near you right here!  Each week, their menu rotates to give you 6 deliciously gourmet flavors to experience. Classic Pink Sugar  – A vanilla sugar cookie topped with a pink-colored, almond frosting. Milk Chocolate Chip  – The classic—you can’t go wrong. Thick, soft, and packed with milk chocolate chips. Maple Bacon - A fluffy buttermilk cookie swirled with thick maple frosting, a sprinkle of real crispy bacon bits, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Pink Doughnut - A soft vanilla cookie topped with a pink glaze, a splash of rainbow sprinkles, and a hole just like a doughnut! Brownie Batter - A thick and delicious treat crafted with chocolate, brownie batter, and semi-sweet chips. Mint Chip Ice Cream - A sugar cookie with semi-sweet chips, smooth mint chip mousse, and an artful dollop of whipped cream. https://dicksoncountysource.com/crumbl-cookie-weekly-menu-through-march-4-...

NASHVILLE  –Thanks to the  Powerball  Power Play feature, a Nashville  Powerball  player tripled their winnings last night—from $50,000 to $150,000! The winner matched four of five balls plus the Powerball to win the base prize of $50,000. But since the player chose the Power Play feature for an extra $1, and the Power Play number drawn was three, the prize of $50,000 was tripled to $150,000. The lucky ticket was sold at Titan Deli Market, 2001 DB Todd Blvd. in Nashville. No additional information is available until the prize is claimed. About the Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation The Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation operates entirely from the revenue it generates through the sale of its products. Since January 20, 2004, the Lottery has raised more than  $6.7 billion  to fund designated education programs, including college grants, scholarships, Drive to 55 initiatives and after-school programs. In addition to the educational beneficiaries, players have won...

If you are looking for new music, we have created a list of established artists you might know and new artists you may want to explore. Ashley McBryde [caption id="attachment_17960" align="aligncenter" width="800"] photo by Katie Kauss[/caption] With “Light On In The Kitchen,” written by McBryde with Connie Harrington and Jessi Alexander, the Arkansas native celebrates the warm glow shared across homes around the world, a symbol of affection signaling that someone may be missing tonight, but thoughts of them are present. “When I tell someone there’s a ‘Light On In The Kitchen’ for them, to me it means you’re thinking of them, even if they’re not coming home that night,” shares McBryde. Take a listen here.  Brad Paisley [caption id="attachment_17961" align="aligncenter" width="800"] photo by Jeff Lipsk[/caption] Brad Paisley is set to debut his first album with Universal Music Group Nashville later this yea...

Sweet Repeats is a twice a year pop-up consignment sale in Dickson, Tennessee held in the back of the YMCA. The sale has been operating for almost 30 years, formerly under the name Jack and Jill. It is open for two weeks starting with a week for drop-off, then a week for the public sale. The sale is open to the public from March 31 until April 6, 2023. They will be taking consignment items by appointment from March 26 through March 29. Ten years ago, Becca Eutsler started consigning at the sales and she has now taken it over. Being a mother of three, she knows the importance of keeping the high-quality consignment sale going. It is actually a side-gig. She has a full-time job. This is a labor of love. “I strive to always #belocal and be a resource to help families provide for their children,” she says on the sale’s website. “We are always looking for ways to build bridges to give back to the local community, so if you have an idea of how we can work together, please let me know!...

Here’s an opportunity to purchase items that belonged to Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker. An auction will be held on Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4 at Johnny Cash’s Bon Aqua Farm at 9676 Old Highway 46, Bon Aqua. This auction will provide an opportunity to acquire original 1940’s era building components from the historic Colonel Tom Parker Management Office from Madison, Tennessee. Included will be wrought iron doors, entry gates, wood paneling, tile, a vintage intercom system, album/record cabinet, wood doors, original windows, limestone and much more. Other estate furnishings from Johnny Cash, Minnie Pearl, Waylon Jennings and Donna Summer will be available as well. Johnny Cash Farm access will be at 10:00 AM on the 3rd and the 4th. Viewing hours are 10AM to 5PM. Find all the latest information here.  https://dicksoncountysource.com/upcoming-rockology-auction-to-feature-items-from-elvis-presley-and-colonel-tom-parker-s-office/?feed_id=16078&_unique_id=...

Here are six live shows to check out this week. Carrie Underwood photo by Randee St. Nicholas Wednesday, March 1, 7:30 pm Bridgestone Arena, 501 Broadway, Nashville Carrie Underwood, announced her new arena tour, THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR , the new tour kicks off on October 15 in Greenville, SC, making stops in 43 U.S. cities including New York’s Madison Square Garden, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena with special guests Jimmie Allen. Find tickets here.  Music of Phish for Kids   Saturday, March 4, 11 am Brooklyn Bowl, 925 3rd Avenue North, Nashville This concert for kids and families shares the music of the artist Phish with a new generation of music lovers, but is not associated with or endorsed by the artist. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Find tickets here. Rock the Ryman photo by Donna Vissman Wednesday, March 1, 7:30 pm Ryman Auditorium, 116 Rep. John Lewis Way, Nashville Celebrating the intersect...