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Nashville, TN (November 25, 2024) - Emergency responders were quickly on the scene of a motor vehicle accident (MVA) with injuries on westbound I-24, near mile marker 58.6, between Bell Rd and Haywood Ln in Antioch. The crash occurred at approximately 12:03 PM, leaving several individuals with a variety of injuries. First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated the victims at the scene. Authorities are actively investigating the cause of the crash, which has led to significant traffic disruptions in the area. Our thoughts are with those affected by this incident.

Motor Vehicle Accidents in Tennessee

Motor vehicle accidents are a frequent occurrence across Tennessee, particularly on major highways such as I-24, which runs through bustling areas like Antioch. The stretch of I-24 between Bell Rd and Haywood Ln is known for heavy traffic, and incidents like this serve as a reminder of the dangers drivers face when navigating high-speed, high-traffic areas. With speeds often exceeding 60 miles per hour, even a minor mistake can result in serious consequences.

The Antioch area has seen an increase in accidents recently, likely due to a combination of high volumes of commuters and the complex interchange of roads. When accidents like this occur, it is crucial for emergency responders to quickly assess and treat those involved, while also securing the area for investigation.

Investigators are currently looking into what led to this crash, and while no official cause has been disclosed yet, the ongoing investigation may reveal factors such as distracted driving or other contributing conditions. Drivers are urged to remain cautious, especially in areas with high traffic or unfamiliar routes.

Local responders from the Antioch Fire Department, along with paramedics, worked swiftly to assist those injured and mitigate the impact of the crash. This fast response is a testament to the training and dedication of Nashville’s emergency teams, who are often the first line of defense in such situations.

As investigations continue and traffic resumes, drivers in the area should remain aware of possible delays or detours. The stretch of I-24 in Antioch, a critical artery for Nashville commuters, may experience ongoing disruptions. Motorists should stay updated on traffic conditions and follow any guidance provided by local authorities.

For those who have been affected by accidents like this or who may need assistance, Local Accident Reports is here to provide support and resources. Whether you are seeking information or need help navigating the aftermath of a collision, we are here to help. Drive safely and remain alert while on the road.

Nashville, TN (November 25, 2024) – Emergency responders rushed to the scene of a multi-vehicle accident that occurred early this morning, November 25, 2024, at approximately 1:08 AM on Brick Church Pike near the Trinity Hills area. The crash, which involved several vehicles, resulted in a variety of injuries, though the full extent of the harm to the individuals involved is still under investigation.

Paramedics and other emergency medical services were on-site quickly to assess and treat the injured. Several individuals required transport to local hospitals for further care, and while authorities have not disclosed specific details about the severity of their injuries, it is confirmed that emergency medical teams provided critical aid at the scene.

At the time of this report, the accident site is still being cleared, and drivers in the area are being urged to avoid the location and use alternative routes. Traffic delays are expected, and law enforcement is actively working to restore normal flow while also conducting an investigation into the cause of the crash.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation, and local authorities have not yet confirmed whether weather or road conditions played a role in the incident. Updates will be shared as further details emerge.

Our thoughts are with the victims of this accident, and we wish them a full and speedy recovery.

Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Tennessee

Multi-vehicle accidents, like the one that took place early this morning on Brick Church Pike, are unfortunately not uncommon in Tennessee. These types of accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, including distracted driving, speeding, or adverse weather conditions. The risk of injury in these incidents can be particularly high when multiple vehicles are involved, as the crash dynamics often lead to more severe outcomes.

Brick Church Pike, a heavily trafficked road in Nashville, sees significant daily use, and accidents at this location can have widespread effects on traffic flow. In areas where roads are crowded with commuters, the potential for chain-reaction crashes increases, making it all the more important for drivers to stay alert and prepared for sudden changes in traffic conditions.

To help prevent such accidents, authorities continue to encourage safe driving practices, such as maintaining a safe following distance, using turn signals, and reducing speed in adverse conditions. Drivers are also urged to avoid distractions, such as texting or talking on the phone, which can significantly reduce reaction times.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, it's important to seek medical attention, even if injuries seem minor at first. Often, the full extent of injuries may not be immediately apparent. Furthermore, consulting with a personal injury attorney can help ensure that you receive the appropriate compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages.

For those in the Nashville area, Local Accident Reports offers comprehensive support, providing access to valuable resources and guidance following an accident. Whether it's navigating medical care or understanding your legal rights, reaching out to the right professionals can help you move forward after an accident.

If you were impacted by this incident or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Local Accident Reports for the support you need in this challenging time.

Nashville, Tenn. (November 15, 2024) – The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA), which oversees operations at Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) and John C. Tune Airport®(JWN®), is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachel Johnson to Director of Business Diversity Development.

“Rachel Johnson has quickly become an invaluable asset to our team, and we are excited to recognize her contributions with this well-deserved promotion,” said Doug Kreulen, President and CEO of MNAA. “With her leadership, we are confident in our ability to further our commitment to diversity, business diversity opportunities, ensuring that a wide range of businesses have the opportunity to thrive at our airports.”

Memphis native Johnson brings nearly a decade of procurement and business diversity experience to the MNAA. Before joining the team over a year ago, she led Business Diversity initiatives at WeGo Public Transit.

In this role, Johnson will lead the MNAA’s efforts to increase opportunities for diverse-owned businesses to participate in airport contracts and concessions. She will work closely with airport staff, contractors, and concessionaires to identify and implement strategies that promote business diversity throughout the airport’s supply chain.

About Nashville International Airport®As infrastructure is critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, BNA® is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, X: @Fly_Nashville, and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn more about New Horizon, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, at https://flynashville.com/bna-new-horizon

About John C. Tune Airport®Located in West Nashville, only eight miles from downtown Nashville, John C. Tune Airport, also known as JWN®, is the busiest general aviation airport in Tennessee. It serves the needs of regional, corporate, and private aircraft and is a reliever airport for Nashville International Airport (BNA). JWN has generated $92 million in economic impact and is owned and managed by the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. JWN receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com/nashville-airport-authority/john-c-tune

NASHVILLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT®, BNA®, COMMANDER BERRY FIELD®, JOHN C. TUNE AIRPORT®, and JWN®, among others, are the registered trademarks and trademarks of The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (“MNAA”). Use of these trademarks without permission from MNAA is strictly prohibited

It's turkey time, Nashville, and you know what that means?

Time for some holiday lights!!

Not only can visitors ― or those of us who live nearby and might want to gain some decorating inspiration (or low-key steal some designs for ourselves) ― check out some truly impressive public displays, there are also many jaw-dropping private homes in Middle Tennessee worth visiting this holiday season, especially if lights, yard ornaments and inflatables are your thing.

But, where do you start?

Middle Tennessee is a big area, and the average holiday enthusiast could literally spend hours driving around looking for the season's best and brightest displays.

Luckily, The Tennessean is here to help. From Nashville and Davidson County to Clarksville, Murfreesboro, Lebanon and all sorts of areas in between, you can use our lists and maps to help find the best holiday lights displays and build your own festive mini road trip.

Here are a few places to get you started:

Davidson

Zoolumination, Chinese Festival of Lights: The walk-through display at the Nashville Zoo, 3777 Nolensville Pike, is held at 5-9 p.m., daily through Jan. 5 and then Thursday-Sunday, Jan. 9-Feb. 9. Scenes include more than 1,000 custom-made silk lanterns. Single-night admission is $25 for ages 13-up and $21 for ages 2-12 A platinum pass for unlimited visits is $39 for ages 13-up and $29 for ages 2-12. Free admission for under-2. Parking is $10 and free for zoo members.

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, 1200 Forest Park Drive, features a one-mile walking path including more than one million lights. Hours are 4:30-10 p.m. daily through Jan. 5. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Tickets for non-members range from $26-$32 for adults, $20-$26 for children 3-17 and children 2 and under are free. Members enjoy a discount with adult tickets between $16-$22 and $12-$18 for children 3-17.

Opryland Hotel, 2800 Opryland Dr., features more than 3 million Christmas lights with brand new displays. Lights are on through Jan. 4 from 5:20 p.m. to Midnight.

Wilson

Chad’s Winter Wonderland, 791 Old LaGuardo Road East off State Route 109, Lebanon: A huge drive-thru lights display that advertises lights that number into the millions with many different scenes that Chad Barnard has done for decades. Barnard, who is also a Wilson County commissioner, was one of four contestants picked for ABC’s “The Great Christmas Light Fight” in 2014. Cost is $25 per vehicle. Open 5-10 p.m., from Thanksgiving through Dec. 31.

The Dancing Lights of Christmas, James E. Ward Agricultural Center, 945 E. Baddour Parkway, Lebanon: The annual display is held each day including holidays through Jan. 4. Times are 5-10 p.m., Sunday-Thursday and 5-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Cost is $35 per vehicle. Light display admission includes Santa’s Village and petting the animals.

The Mitchell House, 106 N. Castle Heights Ave., Lebanon: The historic mansion dates back to the early 1900s and is home to the city’s Christmas tree. The mansion is also lit and can be viewed driving through, but getting out and walking around is encouraged with photo opportunity areas available.

Rutherford

Christmas Lights at Cannonsburgh Village, 312 S. Front Street in Murfreesboro: Drive-through display from 5-8 p.m., Fridays-Sundays, Dec. 6-8, Dec. 13-15 and Dec. 20-22. Admission is free and donations are accepted for historic Cannonsburgh Village, part of the Murfreesboro’s parks and recreation department.

Smyrna’s Depot/Zama Park, 38 S. Lowry Street: Features a large Christmas tree and ornaments for photo opportunities that opens with a tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., Nov. 26. Zama Park will also have a large gift-like prop where photos can be taken. Much of the area features holiday lighting, including snowflakes on the fence and in some of the trees. The Depot will also be decorated. And Smyrna’s Event Center, 100 Sam Ridley Parkway, has holiday lights and a seasonal skating rink opening Nov. 30.

Smith

Lights of Long Branch, Long Branch campground, 478 Lancaster Road, Lancaster: A drive-thru display Nov. 30-Dec. 23. Times are 5-9 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 5-10 p.m., Friday-Sunday. Entry is $15 per vehicle. Eddie Dale Sykes held a lights display at his home until 2021 and is resuming and expanding it this year as a fundraiser for the Gordonsville High School football booster club. On Dec. 14, the display will be walk-thru with a live nativity scene, animals and Santa.

Williamson

Franktown Festival of Lights at Williamson County Ag Center, 4215 Long Ln in Franklin, features more than 200 synchronized lights. Open daily from 5-9 p.m. now through Dec. 31.

Franklin Holiday Trolley - The hour and a half tour takes visitors around Franklin & Williamson County, beginning outside The Factory at Franklin’s Liberty Hall entrance. Expect to see Franktown’s Festival of Lights in addition to Historic Downtown Franklin. Complimentary bottled water and holiday treats available. The trolley will run from Dec 5-22 between 5:30-8 p.m. Tickets are $33 per person or rent the whole trolley for $850.

Sumner

Winter Wonderland in 4T: Dancing Christmas Lights at 1272 Potter Lane in Gallatin features more than 20,000 programmable pixel lights and is open nightly from 4:30-10:30 p.m.

Montgomery

Christmas on the Cumberland: Millions of lights will shine along the Cumberland Riverwalk and McGregor Park now-Jan. 2. Admission is free with the display open from 5-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Drive Thru Christmas Lights at Clarksville Speedway, 1600 Needmore Road, will run from Nov. 26 to Dec. 30. Hours are 5:30-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Admission is $30 per car (seven people or less). Cargo vans or vehicles with eight or more will cost $50 and bus tours will cost $100. Coupons for $5 off the tour are scattered throughout Clarksville.

Robertson

J. Travis Price Park, 4220 Wilks Road in Springfield, will host the city’s annual drive-thru holiday lights from 5:30-9 p.m. Dec. 7-23. Walk-thru activity nights are scheduled on Dec. 7, 14, and 21.

Lights on Logan, 2760 Logan Road in Greenbrier, will run now-Dec. 31. Shows repeat every 25 minutes from 5-10 p.m. and sync to 103.9 FM.

Cheatham

The Lighting of Mistletoe Trail at Riverbluff Park, 175 Old Cumberland Street in Ashland City, is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6.

Our interactive map will be online at Tennessean.com throughout the remainder of the holiday season.

Reporters Gabrielle Chenault, Kirsten Fiscus, Andy Humbles, Katie Nixon and Craig Shoup contributed to this report.

Her son came to the university on a full-ride scholarship is now forced to take out a loan.

A mother of a Tennessee State University student the university asked for money back a year later after the university gave it to her son.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Just this week, we learned Tennessee State University's financial aid director resigned in September along with other team members.

Parents and students at TSU are feeling uncertain about the future of the historically Black college.

Chekesha Ibrahimzakaria, a TSU mom, shared her family’s connection to the school.

“We have a family legacy of so many people in my family who have gone to TSU and graduated from TSU and are proud alumni of TSU,” Ibrahimzakaria said.

Ibrahimzakaria always hoped her kids would have an HBCU experience, reminding them to keep their grades up.

“Make sure that you pay attention to your academics so you can go to any school you want to and don’t have to go into debt to it. That was the objective from the very beginning,” she said.

Her son, a sophomore at TSU, received a full-ride scholarship, but what happened next was an unexpected surprise.

“In the fall of his first year, TSU sent an overpayment check of I think about $4,900 saying that he had excess financial aid,” she said.

Her son cashed the check, but a year later in October, he received an email claiming he wasn’t eligible for the refund and needed to return the money.

Now, her son has a hold on his account for an unpaid balance for the same amount as the check. He can’t register for spring classes or get his dorm assignment.

“Because they made a mistake, they want my son and others like him to make up for their mistake,” Ibrahimzakaria said.

She is disappointed in the school that has meant so much to her family.

Because of the mistake, her son is forced to take out a student loan to pay the balance, despite having a full-ride scholarship.

“It’s too stressful for the students,” she said.

Her son now plans to transfer to another university to finish his degree.

“My son now even regrets going to the school at all. He doesn’t feel good at all about this experience, compared to the other people in the family who are so proud to have gone to TSU,” Ibrahimzakaria said.

We reached out to TSU for more information but didn't hear back.

You can read more about TSU's financial situation by tapping here.

Do you have more information about this story? You can email me at aaron.cantrell@newschannel5.com

It's truly the small things that add up to a great day - and Warrick in Lebanon is having a big impact. His familiar face is becoming a staple in one part of the community and inspiring closer connection in the simplest way. Enjoy his warm personality! You may even feel inclined to wave to a stranger today, too.

-Rebecca Schleicher

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