Vendor Writing
You’re Not From Around Here, Are You?
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I recently had the pleasure of meeting a young man who introduced himself as Felix.
Cover Story
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On Feb. 11, students and their parents filled the Cordell Hull Building to denounce a bill attempting to deny education to undocumented immigrant children. On Feb. 5, the daughter of a World War II veteran demonstrated as part of Fifty Capitols, Fifty States, One Day, an effort to fight fascism across the country.
Hoboscopes: March 26, 2025
Mr. Mysterio is not a licensed astrologer, a registered fighter-pilot, or a certified surfer.
The newest Lord of the Rings saga brings Japanese anime to Middle-earth
It’s a movie that feels aimed at Tolkien enthusiasts, but also one that wants to be welcoming to newcomers.
Q&A with Howard Gentry
Howard Gentry has served as the Davidson County Criminal Court Clerk since 2011.
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Vendor Writing
Embracing Change: The Path to Becoming Better
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Change is an inevitable part of life.
Column
Learn More about Partners in Care
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Partners in Care is a co-responder program between the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) and the Mental Health Cooperative that serves to divert people who experience a mental health crisis from the criminal justice system.
News
News Briefs
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Metro Cold Weather Shelter Opens 11 Days in First MonthFrom Nov. 1 through March, Metro operates overflow shelters to help support the city’s shelter needs during cold weather. The operation complements partnerships with the Nashville Rescue Mission, Room In The Inn, Launch Pad, and Oasis. Overflow shelters open at or below 32°F for three consecutive hours, and are based on capacity and funding. People are encouraged to use long-term shelters like the Mission before seeking the emergency overflow shelter, and decisions about opening are typically made by noon the day before the shelters open.
Column
Q&A with Alberto Gonzales
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Former U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales is the Dean of Belmont University’s college of Law. Gonzales currently is the highest-ranking Hispanic American who has served in an executive position in the United States government. He started his political career in Texas, when then-Governor George W. Bush appointed him as his general council in 1994. Gonzales consequently served as Secretary of State of Texas in 1997 and was named to the Texas Supreme Court in 1999. In 2001, he started working as White House Counsel under President George W. Bush and was appointed by the President as U.S. Attorney General in 2005.