Thursday, April 24, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1910, the latest measurable snowfall on record in Nashville began—so readers can take heart that warm spring days are (most likely) here to stay.

Today's edition features exciting sports updates, including twin sisters joining Lady Vols softball and new photos of the Tennessee Titans' Nissan Stadium construction, which can be seen here.

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Governor Seeks Federal Disaster Aid

Gov. Bill Lee formally asked the federal government for a major disaster declaration following severe storms and flooding that hit the state earlier this month.

The request would cover 15 counties for FEMA individual assistance and 23 counties for public aid to repair roads, bridges, and other infrastructure.

If approved, residents in affected counties could receive up to $43,600 for housing and property losses.

The governor's request follows an earlier emergency declaration issued by President Trump on April 3.

Legislature Moves to Dismantle DEI

The General Assembly passed two sweeping bills Tuesday that ban state and local governments, public colleges, and schools from operating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion departments or considering race, sex, ethnicity, and age in hiring.

Dubbed the "Dismantling DEI Departments Act" and the "Dismantle DEI in Employment Act," the legislation now awaits Gov. Bill Lee's signature.

Democrats argue the measures erase safeguards for minorities, but supporters say the laws promote merit-based hiring and align with federal priorities.

The bills include carveouts for federal funding compliance and certain health outreach.

$30M Estate For Sale Near Nashville

A sprawling 120-acre estate in Franklin is for sale with a $30 million price tag—making it the second-most expensive home available in the state.

The property, known as Cortina Farms, features a rustic stone main house, two guest apartments, equestrian facilities, and an event venue that commands up to $56,000 per day. See photos of the property being used to host a wedding here.

Other highlights include a helipad, wellness center, amphitheater, and trails winding through creeks and waterfalls.

The property last sold for $9 million in 2021, marking a sharp rise as Nashville's luxury market heats up with out-of-state buyers.

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➤ Statewide: Kroger announced 13 statewide locations for Saturday's drug take-back event, aimed at collecting unused or expired prescriptions to help prevent drug misuse. (See Locations)

➤ Greene County: Kinser Bridge, which collapsed during Hurricane Helene flooding and disrupted access to State Route 107, is set to reopen June 23. (See Photos)

➤ Sumner County: Rapper Young Buck was jailed for bond violations, sparking protests outside the county courthouse Wednesday over corruption allegations. (More)

➤ Knoxville: A petition to ban fireworks at the newly opened Covenant Health Park has garnered over 600 signatures, with residents citing concerns about disturbing children and pets. (More)

➤ Wilson County: A local family established a scholarship fund for Wilson Central High School students in honor of their son, Middle Tennessee State University student KJ Mills, who passed away in 2024. (More)

➤ Bristol: Local dealership Wallace Subaru celebrated Earth Day Tuesday by donating 150 trees—including oaks, cypresses, magnolias, crape myrtles, and tulips—valued at over $7,000 to the community.(More)

➤ Round 1 of the NFL Draft kicks off tonight, where the Tennessee Titans are expected to select Miami QB Cam Ward with the #1 overall pick. (More)

➤ Tennessee softball scored commitments from twins Gabby and Alannah Leach, who will become the third and fourth sisters in their family to play for the Lady Vols. Their oldest sister Aubrey is on the staff as the team's director of player development. (More)

➤ Basketball coach Penny Hardaway joined nearly 100 student-athletes on Tuesday to help pick up trash on the University of Memphis' campus. (More)

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➤ The Nashville Predators unveiled a nearly $1 billion plan Tuesday to expand Bridgestone Arena by 175,000 square feet, including adding new businesses and installing a large LED canopy. (More)

➤ State lawmakers passed a bill creating an alternative CPA certification path with fewer credit hours to help address the profession's labor shortage. (More)

➤ MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred called Nashville a "good candidate" for a potential MLB expansion, noting that Tennessee has a "great baseball culture." (More)

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➤ Knoxville is hosting "en plein air" this week, an annual art event where artists paint city landscapes on-site, culminating in a weekend art show. (More)

➤ Purity Dairies celebrated its 100th anniversary by placing 20 billboards across Middle Tennessee featuring Jim Varney's iconic character Ernest, honoring his role in the brand's classic ad campaigns. (More)

➤ New photos revealed the progress on the $2.1 billion Nissan Stadium, a 60,000-seat venue set to become the Tennessee Titans' home field starting in 2027. (See Photos)

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