NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — As we head into the morning hours, here's a look at the top stories to start your Thursday, October 24.
Murfreesboro community mourns the loss of a 14-year-old
Detectives are investigating whether speed played a role in Tuesday's crash involving several Blackman High School students. The crash occurred at the intersection of Veterans Parkway and Kingdom Drive, where dark patches remain on the road from the collision on Wednesday.
First it was his American flags, now a Franklin man could face sanctions for having too many Halloween flags
Not decorating for Halloween is the scariest thing Duane Charlton can think of. That being said, Duane's spooky display is technically against the city of Franklin's ordinance. Not because of the ghosts, aliens or sea monsters — but because he has too many flags.
Seniors, one of the fastest growing populations in Middle Tennessee, facing ever-rising rents
Right now, people 65 and older are the fastest-growing age group in Nashville. Unexpected rate hikes and closures are putting more and more older people and their families in a tight spot.
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This is a story I immediately went home and showed my boys - young athletes with big dreams. The Vanderbilt football team's success has stolen the spotlight - what I love about Steve Layman's story is he reveals the individual hardships it took to get there. As Clark Lea says, "we all have scuff marks." This team proves perseverance pays off!
- Carrie Sharp
