NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Looking to end your week catching up on headlines? Here's a look at the top stories from overnight.
TSU's director of bands removed from position effective immediately
The Band Director of the Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Bands has beenremoved from his position, Tennessee State University announced on Thursday.
Lawmakers in the penalty box? New Tenn. House rules take aim at maintaining decorum, eliminating voice votes
Tennessee Republican leaders have repeatedly said they want more decorum and fewer distractions this legislative session. That's why they have a new slate of rules they adopted for lawmakers and the general public.
Here's a rundown of some of the new rules.
More than 400 employees impacted by closure of Perdue Farms Monterey plant
Perdue Foods has announced it will close its Monterey facility on March 28, 2025. As a result, 433 positions will be eliminated.

My friend and colleague Carrie Sharp had a lot of fun last week, on an adventure to a country more than three thousand miles away! She’s back now – sharing her Adventures in Iceland through stories, and incredible images of this remarkably beautiful and unique island nation (kudos to Chief Photographer Catherine Steward)! But did you know Nashville has something very important in common with Iceland? Tourism! Here, Carrie explains how a volcanic eruption decades ago helped save the country’s economy from collapse!
-Rhori Johnston