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New bill seeks to create special plates for those with disabilities
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New bill seeks to create special plates for those with disabilities

STATE NEWS — The 111th General Assembly is now in a joint session in Nashville and a proposed bill by Franklin Republican Brandon Ogles seeks to allow the state to issue a special license plate to individuals with certain intellectual or developmental disabilities. According to the bill, its intention would be to help police know...

Mercury warning issued for Normandy Reservoir
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Mercury warning issued for Normandy Reservoir

REGIONAL NEWS — Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) officials announced Monday that the Normandy Reservoir located in parts of Bedford and Coffee counties is now under a precautionary fish advisory for black bass (largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted) due to potential mercury pollution. The advisory extends the entire 3,260 acres of the Normandy Reservoir....