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The State Veterinarian is advising horse owners to be alert after another confirmed case of Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) in Tennessee. This week’s detection in a horse in Wayne County is in addition to two cases earlier this month in DeKalb and Rutherford Counties. “We are seeing an uptick in PHF cases in Tennessee compared to previous years,” State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Beaty said. “This disease typically coincides with hot weather, which is why it’s common in the summer and early fall. Vaccination and minimizing risk can help horse owners protect their animals.” Aquatic snail larvae and other intermediate hosts including flies are the source of the Neorickettsia risticii bacteria that causes PHF. Horses may be exposed when drinking from creeks, rivers, or ponds and can then suffer from anorexia, diarrhea, colic, fever, and laminitis. If your horse presents symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately. If left untreated, PHF can be fatal. There is a vaccine for PHF. Alt...

Sex Crimes detectives assigned to the MNPD’s Special Victims Division this morning swore out arrest warrants charging Phillip Hayes, 46, with aggravated rape, aggravated kidnapping, and aggravated burglary for last Saturday’s stranger rape of a woman in her 70s inside her home in a neighborhood off Bowling Avenue behind Elmington Park. Hayes has been in MNPD custody since early Tuesday morning on charges of assaulting an officer, auto burglary, resisting arrest and possession of meth. He was deemed to be a suspect in Saturday’s rape case shortly after his arrest and was questioned at the Downtown Detention Center Tuesday evening. During questioning, Hayes acknowledged that a publicly released surveillance photo of a man wearing green shorts captured by a camera in the Bowling Avenue neighborhood Saturday was indeed him. However, when asked about the rape, he ended the interview. Hayes refused to comply with a search warrant for a DNA sample at the jail. He ultimately did comply a...

At the Tennessee Junior Beef Expo in Lebanon, Tenn. on June 30 through July 2, the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association (TCA) with help from industry partners, purchased the winning show steers at a premium price. In the following days, the cattle were harvested for beef at Anderson Meats and Processing in Hartsville, Tenn. The meat will be donated to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee later this month. This will equate to approximately 3,000 pounds of beef for the local community. “The Second Harvest Initiative creates a win-win opportunity for TCA,” said Melinda Perkins, Director of Youth Programs and Outreach for TCA. “We are able to reward the youth exhibitors for their hard work while serving a larger purpose and supplying a nutrient-rich beef product to those in need.” This is the tenth year for the TCA Second Harvest Initiative. TCA was able to coordinate the purchase of six steers from State Beef Expo. TCA engaged several industry partners to raise $22,000 to...

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report. “We are honored to receive this award from the GFOA. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment for the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority and its Finance Department,” said Doug Kreulen, president and CEO of Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. The Government Finance...

Boating is fun no matter the time of year, summer is one of those exceptions that make it even more fun. We’re not sure anything beats getting some friends together and setting out for a nice relaxing day on the water. But how do you make the most of your time on the water, and what’s the best way to prepare for some summer boating fun? Here are our top five things to consider before you set out on a boating adventure this summer. Make New Friends This is less a must-have and more a great practice! With so many people congregating on the lake during the summer, it’s easy to start a conversation from boat to boat and is the perfect way to meet new people. There are plenty of great times to be had with a great local group of folks so why not turn some strangers into friends? Stay Safe It’s important to keep safety in mind to keep the day going well. Whether you’re looking to kick back and enjoy a slow cruise, or looking to step up and do some water skiing. Always keep enough life...

Country artist, Brett Eldredge recently released his latest album Songs About You. The title track “Songs About You” has an accompanying music video shot in Gallatin, TN. City of Gallatin shared on social media, “Shot in Gallatin – Brett Eldredge is a bona fide Nashville superstar. He has a new album called ‘Songs About You’ and the video for the title track was shot in downtown Gallatin.” Eldredge added on social media, “SONGS ABOUT YOU video is out! This video is so damn cool! Go watch it and let me know what ya think!” Every single on the new album was co-written by Eldredge. In a statement released about the album, he shared, “In the process of making this album and through the work I’ve been doing on myself, it’s given me the confidence to dig down deep and say ‘this is me,’” said Eldredge. “I’ve never sounded more like myself than I do on this record!” The new music follows his seven country-radio No. 1’s, nine Gold and Platinum-certified singles, two Gold-certifie...

By Nashville SC Communications Nashville Soccer Club and Major League Soccer announced on July 27 that Alejandro Carrillo has been selected as part of the roster to compete in the inaugural MLS NEXT All-Star Game, presented by Allstate. The game will provide a world-class experience for the best young players in North America to showcase their talent on a national stage. “Alejandro had a great year in our academy and was rewarded with a preseason invite with our first team in January,” said Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs. “His play in our defense has been a key in that group’s success, and we are proud to see his performances recognized.” Carrillo is a 17-year-old defender from Nashville, Tenn. who played for Nashville United Soccer Academy prior to joining the Nashville SC Academy. The U-17s centerback has demonstrated a tremendous amount of leadership for the club on and off the pitch and become one of the most respected players within the group. As a physica...