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NASHVILLE, TN. - A new survey conducted by the Vanderbilt Center for Child Health Policy revealed that an increasing number of families in Tennessee face food insecurity. The survey found that parents' perceptions of their children's food security have risen by ten percentage points since last year, to 41%.

Drew Ryder Smith is a multifaceted artist, singer, songwriter, producer and more. It is no surprise he became involved in the music industry as he grew up in the musical cities of Nashville, TN and Muscle Shoals, AL. Creating music that is placed in various genres, Drew has had no bounds and continues to open himself to new possibilities. Drew found his musical passions early on when writing his first song at age 12. Two years later he began working at a local radio station. He attributes his musical influences to artists such as Steve Earle, John Prine, Don Williams, Merle Haggard, Foster & Lloyd, Jackson Browne and Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

The popular quick-service restaurant prides itself on serving generous portions of its signature menu items that are made to order using fresh, high-quality ingredients, seasonings, and sauces.

NASHVILLE, TN. - NASCAR fans rejoice! The Metro Fair Board has narrowly approved Mayor John Cooper's plan to renovate the fairgrounds racetrack and bring NASCAR back to Nashville. However, this move indicates a bumpy road ahead for the Metro Council, which must be approved before moving forward.

I am writing a series of articles on the wealthiest people in America and what they are doing with their income. Thomas Frist Jr. is the richest individual in Nashville. Frist has a total net worth of $20.2 billion.

There's no doubt that Nashville has some of the best Mexican restaurants around. There are so many fantastic establishments to choose from it can be overwhelming. So here are three of the best Mexican restaurants for you to enjoy in Music City.

NASHVILLE, TN. - A bill that would have allowed Tennessee to carry out firing squad executions has been put on hold due to the high costs associated with it, according to a House committee decision on Wednesday. The move is a setback for advocates of the death penalty, who have been grappling with issues related to lethal injections since last year.

NASHVILLE, TN. - In a move that could have far-reaching consequences for community development, Kingsport Republican state representative John Crawford has proposed a bill that would reduce the use of community benefits agreements (CBAs) in zoning proposals in Nashville. CBAs are agreements between developers and community organizations that outline how the developer will contribute to the community in exchange for zoning approvals.

Interested in visiting Nashville? Spring Break is a great time. Visit the record shops, enjoy live music on Broadway and find some cowboys boots!

The Country Music Association's (CMA) longest-running festival, CMA Fest, is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary this year from June 8 to June 11 in downtown Nashville. The festival, which started as Fan Fair in 1972, has evolved and become a major event for country music fans worldwide.

Nashville has so many fun things to see and do over Spring Break!

All Nashville TV fans we have big news for you. The stars of the iconic television show “NASHVILLE” has announced this week that they will return this Fall with a major UK tour in October 2023. “NASHVILLE” The Reunion Tour will see stars Jonathan Jackson, Charles Esten, Clare Bowen, and Sam Palladio on stage once again to perform classic songs from the hit series as well as their original music.

The band is getting back together again! Yes, it's true! The former cast of ABC's then CMT's hit show "Nashville" is hitting the road together again this fall, in October.

NASHVILLE, TN. - Advocates are concerned that children will lose coverage even if they are still eligible, as a pandemic-era law that helped keep families and children covered will expire this spring. According to a report from the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, when the pandemic's "continuous coverage" protection ends this spring, approximately 6.7 million children nationwide are likely to lose their health insurance if states do not take the time and care to ensure that those who qualify are not dropped.

Morgan Wallen performing at Country Thunder in Bristol, Tennessee - October 2021Photo byAndrew Wendowski/Wikipedia Commons. Morgan Wallen, the reigning Academy of Country Music Album of the Year award-winner, is gearing up for a busy year with the release of his third album, "One Thing At A Time," and a world tour set to begin on March 15. However, Wallen's career has not been without controversy. In February 2021, he was caught on camera using a racial slur, which led to his suspension from his record label and the removal of his music from many radio stations and streaming platforms.

We found our way back to Nashville on our second stop toward our main destination to Virginia. We started off with a search for some vinyl records then we roamed the streets of Broadway. We learned that on Friday and Saturday’s the main road is blocked off so we were really able to get some beautiful views of Nashville. We ate at the Assembly Food Hall , bought our very first set of boots and listened to some of the incredible local bands throughout the area. We can’t wait to come back for more.

NASHVILLE, TN. - Single mothers in Tennessee face a harrowing reality as they struggle to provide for their families amid an unforgiving economic climate. For many, their already-tenuous situations have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has left them feeling cast aside and marooned by a system that often mitigates their struggles to feed their children.

NASHVILLE, TN. - White supremacist and neo-Nazi groups across the United States reportedly plan a "National Day of Hate" on Saturday, sparking concerns among Jewish communities and law enforcement agencies. As a result, Nashville Jewish community members are on high alert and have been advised to remain vigilant.

NASHVILLE, TN. - Advocacy groups have called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to raise air-quality standards for soot pollution to protect public health in Tennessee and across the United States. As a result, the EPA has proposed modifying its National Ambient Air Quality Standards, which regulate delicate particulate matter or soot produced by power plants, automobiles, and refineries.

In 1832, a few students at Yale founded one of America's most famous secret societies: Skull and Bones. Every year, 15 students are selected to join this secret society for a lifetime membership. Many business tycoons and politicians are in the club, including George H. W. Bush, John Kerry, William Howard Taft, and Stephen Schwarzman.