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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Wednesday, February 13

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Looking to start off your day catching up on headlines? Here's a look at the top stories from overnight.

Goodwill's free classes help Brentwood mom unlock the world of data analytics

Right now, Janet Curiel's life is pretty busy.

She's homeschooling three of her five children, and working remotely full-time.

Antioch Middle School student charged after making threats about guns

Metro Police charged a student from Antioch Middle this week for making threats about guns.

MNPD officials said a 12-year-old Antioch Middle School student was taken into custody on Tuesday charged in Juvenile Court with making a false report.

Fire departments reach mutual aid agreement one week after house fire

Just a week ago, Ray Rainey watched flames take over his home.

"Get a big truck here with a hose on the Jeep on fire and pull it out of the garage, didn't happen that way," said Rainey. "They did the best they could but it was too late."

Although Rainey has a Hendersonville fire station close by, 45 minutes passed before anyone showed up.

Blind woman entertains assisted living neighbors, plays seven instruments

“I’ve never met anyone like Tennie.”

That’s how one neighbor at Stones River Manor in Murfreesboro describes Tennie Fitzpatrick, who has mastered as many as seven different musical instruments. Each day, Tennie shares those talents with residents, workers and visitors. It’s an ability Tennie herself believes is “a gift from God.” That’s because Tennie is blind, and overcame a difficult, abusive childhood.  Forrest Sanders shares this truly inspirational story.

- Rhori Johnston

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