LATEST NEWS
Sumner County teen faced with death finds comfort in dog
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Last year, Shirley Medrano’s life was forever changed when she was admitted to a Nashville hospital after experiencing issues with her organs. The doctor would later reveal to the 18-year-old that she was having complications with her liver. “I was going into liver rejection and...
Man dead after house fire in Portland
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - One man is dead following a house fire in Portland Tuesday evening, according to Smokey Barn News. SBN reports the house fire occurred in the 5900 block of Highway 31 West in Sumner County. The first 911 call came in at about 5:30 p.m. Four local...
Health Inspections: Sumner County April 29, 2024
These are the health scores for April 19-29, 2024, in Sumner County with their most recent inspection scores. Read more local health inspections here!. Here are the scores, according to the health department’s latest available information. Department of Health environmental specialists inspect every establishment where food and beverages are prepared and served at least twice a year.
Rock Bridge students deliver care packages to young patients
In an effort to brighten pediatric patients' spirits, a group of Rock Bridge High School students assembled and delivered care packages to more than 40 kids at MU Children's Hospital on Wednesday. Led by a pair of freshman, students launched the Pediatric Support Project. According to the group's co-founders, Ishita...
Two Sumner County Students Honored As Heroes
Lakeside Park Elementary students Brock and Brody Nickens were surprised Friday morning by Hendersonville, TN Police Department, their school, and the man they rescued. Brock, Brody, and their father Marshall Nickens were out driving around when one of the boys spotted a man badly injured. That man turned out to be Judge Dee David Gay.
New Venue Announced For Controversial Bluegrass Show
The City of Gallatin has re-announced a bluegrass music show for Sunday, May 26th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Gallatin’s Downtown Square. The show was originally intended to be held in the Gallatin City Cemetery; however, social media complaints about having music in the cemetery prompted organizers to change plans. The program is now split into two events in support of the cemetery. The traditional Decoration Day ceremony will take place Sunday, May 26th at 2 p.m. at the cemetery (250 Cemetery Avenue), and the free bluegrass show will be held in Gallatin’s Downtown Square later that evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. N. Water between Franklin Street and Main will be closed during the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chair for the bluegrass show.
Middle Tennessee man told he owes state more than $17K for overpaid pandemic unemployment benefits
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Four years ago in December 2019, Shane Stenstrom was in a terrible accident outside of Westmoreland, Tennessee, that nearly ended his life, when his truck broke down on the side of the road and he got rear-ended by another truck going nearly 60 mph. “I had...
Tennessee Tech Celebrates HOPE Scholarship Extension to Five Years
Recent changes from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission are putting postgraduate studies closer in reach for Tennessee Tech University students, and the university is celebrating with a free graduate school application month from May 1 – 31, 2024. Effective last fall, qualifying Tennessee students may now use their HOPE lottery scholarship for up to five […] The post Tennessee Tech Celebrates HOPE Scholarship Extension to Five Years appeared first on Sumner County Source.
Missing: 15-year-old Lesliona Bradford of Lebanon
April 30, 2024 – The Lebanon Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Lesliona Bradford. She was last seen at her residence last night, April 28th, around 11 p.m. Lesliona was last seen wearing a pink t-shirt and blue jeans. If you have any information...
Name released in fatal Plum Springs Road crash
WARREN COUNTY, Ky. – The Warren County Sheriff’s Office has released further details about a fatal wreck on Plum Springs Road. On Saturday, deputies say they responded around 3:15 p.m. to Plum Springs Road at Grogan Street for a single-vehicle fatal collision. According to deputies, a white 2019...
21-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Downtown Nashville Collision, Investigation Underway
A tragic motorcycle accident on the bustling streets of downtown Nashville has left a young man dead. James L. White, aged 21, was identified as the victim of Friday's evening crash that occurred in the 1400 block of Broadway, according to details released by Nashville Metro Police. Initial reports indicate...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.