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Investigations continue into mayor's A waterways-inspired actions during extramarital affair mural unveiled on wall in 12South area

Artist Mobe Onerʼs latest mural located at 2814 12th Avenue South. - photo by Anthony Cunningham

The second local mural many growing pains as it L-R: Metro Police Sgt. Robert Forrest Jr. in the background, Mayor Megan Barry and press commissioned by Rivive! takes its place on the map. secretary Sean Braisted. Nashville has been complet- Water quality and flooding ed by artist Mobe Oner and issues is one of them. Fifty- by Brenda Batey to say when the relationship after she entered office the can be seen on the wall of one percent of Davidson Contributor to The News ended. previous fall. Forrest sub- Village Realty in 12South. County’s waterways that Mayor Megan Barry, 54, "We had an affair, and it mitted his retirement papers The dark brick wall, locat- have been tested by the admitted about two weeks was wrong, and we shouldn't January 17 and his final day ed at 2814 12th Ave South, state are considered im- ago that she had a two-year have done it," Barry, said in a was the day the mayor across from Burger Up, offers paired, according to Rivive! extramarital affair with her press conference. "He was admitted the affair, January the perfect canvass for Oner’s Nashville officials. Many of subordinate, Metro Police part of my security detail, 31. vibrant yellow, orange and these impairments are the Sgt. Robert Forrest Jr., 58, and as part of that responsi- A February, 2016 execu- brown palette that depicts a result of rapid growth and who provided security for bility, I should have gone to tive order issued by Barry, a flooded city. development and the collec- her during her work in the (police) chief, and I former ethics and compli- The murals are part of a tive actions of a lot of people. Nashville and on numerous should have said what was ance officer, bars city campaign to raise awareness Loss of green space and trips, both domestic and going on, and that was a mis- employees from "giving pref- about Nashville’s local water increase in pavement and abroad. take.” erential treatment to any and to encourage stream buildings causes more runoff Both Barry and Forrest Barry said the affair with person," losing "impartiali- stewardship during the city’s that carries pollutants to are married. Barry said the Forrest began in the first rapid growth. See Investigations on Page 6 affair is over, but has refused part of 2016, just months Nashville is experiencing See Mural on Page 5

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Shotspotter technology pilot program aimed to combat Nashvilleʼs gun crime

Last year, the Metro Police complement our proactive strate- made, guns seized, Department reported 422 shoot- gies, which include adding and number of Metro will present ShotSpotter pilot held at the Martha O’Bryan Center on ing incidents across Davidson extra-duty officers into the gunfire victims. project at 3 community meetings Tuesday, February 20 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. County. Looking for ways to areas to both deter crime and Following a suc- The Buena Vista Heights/ Elizabeth pinpoint the location of gunfire strengthen relationships with cessful pilot phase, Citizens are invited to attend one of Park meeting is scheduled for Wednes- incidents and report directly to neighbors.” Nashville will look three meetings hosted by Metro offi- day, February 21, at the North Precinct authorities in order to improve “Gunshot detection technol- to rollout the pro- cials who will present ShotSpotter, a Community Room from 5:30 - 7 p.m. public safety, an audio-sensing ogy that is implemented in col- gram in other pilot project aimed at helping to The third and final meeting for the detector technology program laboration with the community areas experienc- address and fight gun crime. will be held Thursday, February 22 at will be introduced in three is one tool that can help address ing high amounts The first of three meetings will be the Pruitt Library from 5:30 - 7 p.m. neighborhoods before summer. gun violence. Knowing when of gun violence. In conjunction with the and where shootings occur can Metropolitan Development and help reduce response times and Housing Agency, Metropolitan make those responses more Nashville Police Department accurate. We’re happy that and the Emergency Communi- Nashville will soon have access cations Center, Mayor Megan to this technology,” says Linda Barry announced that Nash- McFadyen-Ketchum, Volunteer ville is piloting ShotSpotter Campaign Lead for Moms technology in three neighbor- Demand Action for Gun Sense hoods to help address and fight in America. gun crime. The system helps to cover This pilot program, being gaps in the reporting of gun- funded by Metro Government’s shot incidents. 4% Fund that was approved by Scholarly studies using the Metro Council last week, ShotSpotter in Washington and will be installed in the Cayce, Oakland have shown that only Napier/Sudekum, and Buena 12 percent of gunshots result in Vista Heights/Elizabeth Park calls to police, and only 2 per- neighborhoods before this sum- cent to 7 percent of gunshots mer. These three neighbor- result in charges of Assault hoods have historically had the with a Deadly Weapon (AWDW). highest reported illegal gunfire. In 2017, 458 calls reporting ShotSpotter is the leading gunfire were made to 911 in from technology solution for detect- Davidson County, according to Break Free ing the frequency and location data compiled by the police of gunfire and provides real- department. Using the informa- time alerts to law enforcement tion provided in these studies, High Interest Rates so they can respond faster and an estimated 3,300 incidents of to more precise locations than gunfire went unreported in 2017 ® traditional gunfire reporting alone. with TTCU’s Visa Balance Transfer Offer. typically allows. This technolo- Plans are that by using this gy aims to reduce overall gun technology, an environment can violence and improve commu- be created that improves police on Balance nity safety and has been de- response time and ultimately ployed in more than 90 U.S. reduces gun-related crime. Transfers for the cities, including Oakland, Calif., The ShotSpotter system is Get New York, and Washington, a series of audio sensors % LIFE OF THE D.C. installed on top of light posts 5.99APR* “My administration is dedi- and buildings throughout spe- TRANSFER cated to reducing gun violence cific areas. When a gun is fired, in Nashville,” said Barry. “Last the sensors triangulate the year, we had 422 reported shoot- sound of the gunshot and pin- ing incidents, and that’s 422 too point the location of the shots, many. ShotSpotter will help us as well as recording the number to better track gunfire and of shots fired. No Balance Transfer Fee | No Annual Fee allow our officers to respond ShotSpotter-trained acoustic faster and more safely, recover experts review and classify all evidence such as shell casings gunfire incidents and alert law $33/<72'$

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Benefits of Being a Homeowner During Tax Season

From building equity to cre- 4. Capital Improvement ating a personalized living Deduction. Buyers and sellers space, owning a home has many are often interested in the bene- perks. With tax season upon us, fits of home improvement. it is important to keep in mind They tend to think about resell the tax deductions and credits value when embarking on a you could receive from being a major home renovation project, homeowner. See below for a few but seem to forget about how key ways in which your home those projects can affect taxes. could help you during tax sea- The cost of your home can son: lower the total profit you are required to pay taxes on, and 1. Energy Tax Credits. you are allowed to add capital Just because energy tax credits improvement expenses to the are capped at $500 doesn’t mean cost of your home. Capital Marijuana and cash seized during drug investigation they should be overlooked. improvement expenses are dif- While deductions reduce the ferent from your average home at short-term rental house amount of taxable income, repairs though, so be careful credits are a dollar-for-dollar when making these adjust- Metro Nashville’s West Also seized from the residence fight gun crime. tax savings. This credit is calcu- ments. Repairs are the general Precinct undercover detectives was a hand drawn flow chart The first of three meetings lated at a rate of 10% of the home maintenance that keeps seized 74 pounds of marijuana that appears to represent a pos- will be held at the Martha amount you spend on energy- your home functioning proper- and more than $71,000 cash last sible distribution chain. The O’Bryan Center on Tuesday, efficiency upgrades such as ly. For example, replacing a few week during a drug investiga- chart showed Nashville as the February 20 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. insulation, water heaters, win- roof shingles is a repair, but tion at a short-term rental prop- center with hubs to Chicago, The Buena Vista Heights/ dows and doors. Keep in mind when you replace the entire erty at 2912 Tuggle Avenue. Kansas City, Washington, D.C., Elizabeth Park meeting is that these are lifetime credits, roof, you cross into capital Metro Police Department Kentucky, Philadelphia, New scheduled for Wednesday, so you can’t claim them year- improvement territory. Keep spokesperson Don Aaron re- Jersey, New York, the Carolinas, February 21, at the North after-year. track of all the improvements ported that three men from Atlanta, Florida, Alabama, Precinct Community Room you put into your home to make California in the house were Louisiana and Mississippi. from 5:30 -7 p.m. 2. Private Mortgage In- it more appealing to future buy- identified as Bruce Malmstead, Malmstead is jailed in lieu of The third and final meeting surance Deduction. If you put ers. 34, of San Diego; Fred Ferguson, $76,000 bond. Bail for Ferguson for the will be held Thursday, down less than 20% when you 38, of Vallejo; and Ricky Ware, and Ware was set at $77,000. February 22 at the Pruitt bought your home, you pay It is important to remember 34, of Sacramento. All three Citizens are invited to attend Library from 5:30 - 7 p.m. your lender a monthly cost for that homeownership is a were jailed on felony marijuana one of three meetings hosted by private mortgage insurance. rewarding venture with pay- charges. Metro officials who will present SEND YOUR NEWS TO You are allowed to deduct the backs year-round, particularly The marijuana has an esti- ShotSpotter, a pilot project [email protected] cost of this insurance, which during tax season. 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The connection between the stateʼs opioid epidemic and human trafficking

Wanda Southerland “We are seeing an increasing or college becomes obtainable. ence by volunteering or through list of needs, go to www.endslay- Contributor to The News number of human trafficking Additionally, survivors are monetary donations. To volun- erytn.org. Not only does Tennessee victims who have opioid addi- paired with mentors, who offer teer, call 615-806-6899. To main- If you suspect human traf- have an opioid epidemic, slavery tions,” says Smith, adding that support, and in a small way give tain operations, EST is in con- ficking, call the human traffick- and human trafficking has 65 percent of the survivors being back a part of childhood. “It’s stant need of donations. For a ing hotline at 1-888-373-7888. become an epidemic that too served are opioid addicted, up 10 amazing to see an 18- or 19-year often goes unnoticed. Last week, percent from just a year ago. old pet an animal at the zoo for Gov. Bill Haslam announced an “People who get addicted to their very first time,” Smith From Page One asks Nashvillians to do their aggressive and comprehensive opioids do so to numb trauma,” shares. part now to protect water plan to end the opioid epidemic Smith continues. “We can treat Survivors had been brain- Mural... quality and reduce flooding. in Tennessee by focusing on the addiction, but then the pain washed by predators, who use For more information about three major components: pre- of the trauma they were trying such tactics as withholding food, nearby streams and increas- the murals, go to www.rivive- vention, treatment and law to numb becomes very real. making them stay out until they es flooding. Rivive! Nashville nashville.org enforcement. Without treating the trauma of have earned a certain amount of Efforts to break the chain of human trafficking, treating the money, even having a baby with human trafficking and opioid addition becomes a vicious the victim simply to use as a con- addiction have lawmakers, the cycle.” trol piece. Then the predator governor and law enforcement The opioid of choice for uses trauma bonds by showing working in tandem with End human trafficking victims is affection as a means of control. Slavery Tennessee and other heroin. Opioids are a type of “That bit of affection organizations, and in so doing, medicine taken to reduce feel- becomes a bright spot in the hell- Tennessee’s human trafficking ings of pain. 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Yet, helping entwined and destroy lives. other. rebuild the lives of a growing “The average age of entry for Smith says survivors cele- number of young women and a girl (into trafficking) is brate “Clean Dates,” the number men is possible through organi- between 12 and 14,” says End of days, weeks or months one of zations such as EST. Educating Slavery Tennessee CEO Derri them has been clean. Routine is the public on this epidemic is Smith. “What 12- or 14-year-old important; therefore, days are vital. EST staff offers workshops isn’t vulnerable or looking for filled with a variety of activities. to clubs, churches, etc. that L-R: Artist Mobe Oner, Dorene Bolze with the Harpeth love and acceptance? And all it Goals are set as the survivors includes learning human traf- Conservancy and Nicole Gerde who is the Project takes is a master manipulator remember what their plans once ficking red flags. Manager. - photo by Anthony Cunningham coming along to exploit that had been. 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From Page One Her actions are being inves- Forrest misused city money. only Barry and Forrest, includ- of the existing budget. Barry tigated for possible criminal The scandal has been cov- ing a trip to Greece last approved the new job opening Investigations... conduct by the Tennessee ered by media nationwide, September. and no other candidate was Bureau of Investigation, at the including network television Some of the trips were considered. ity," or "affecting adversely the request of Nashville District stations, the New York Times, allegedly extended beyond the On Jan. 1, 2018, Amos was confidence of the public in the Attorney General Glenn Funk, U. S. A. Today, and many oth- time required for the mayor’s promoted and her salary was integrity of Metropolitan gov- as well as the Metro Council. ers. official business and Forrest raised to $74,000. ernment." The TBI is investigating A main focus of the investi- remained in those cities with Another issue emerged last Barry has said she will not whether Barry or Forrest mis- gations are the trips Barry her during the extra days. week concerning why the resign, but a number of allega- appropriated public funds or took with Forrest, including 23 Taxpayer monies apparently mayor’s aides began paying for tions have surfaced since she engaged in official miscon- trips in 2017 alone. While sev- paid for the extra days of trav- the travel expenses of Forrest first admitted the affair and duct. The city council voted to eral of the trips included other el, and that is one of the items and other officers on Barry’s there have been numerous create a special committee to members of the mayor's office, being looked into by the TBI security detail out of the calls for her to reconsider. investigate whether Barry or nine of them were taken by and Metro Council. mayor’s budget, instead of the Forrest's overtime police budget, which had increased substantially under always been the policy until Barry. He earned $75,462 in the change in 2016. NEW OFFER! overtime pay for fiscal year Therefore Police Chief ¢ÁÇ¸ÅÁ¸ÇÆ¸ÅÉ¼¶¸ 2017, and $59,578 in overtime Steve Anderson was not aware pay for fiscal year 2016, while of travel expenses of Forrest $ /MO.* working for Barry. or other police officers who 50 Forrest received $35,747 were part of the mayor's secu- from overtime in fiscal year rity detail or involved in *Plus taxes. 12-mo. agmt & other 2015, $31,748 in fiscal year 2014 approving their travel. qual. svcs req’d. Incl. 170GB data/mo. and $34,186 for fiscal year 2013 "Chief Anderson learned $10 charge for each add’l 50GB when Dean was mayor. during the week of Jan. 29, (up to $200/mo.). Forrest is now set to receive 2018, that his name appeared a $6,691 monthly pension, an on travel authorization forms amount which increased sub- 'approving' travel for members stantially because of the over- of the mayoral security detail," time he was paid when guard- police spokesman Don Aaron ing Barry. said. In retirement, Sgt. Rob "He had no recollection of Forrest would get $80,302.56 a those and, in fact, determined year. That amount could that he had never received, (or) change if he takes a partial seen them. While he receives lump-sum payment, according and approves all other travel to Metro Nashville Human requests from MNPD employ- Resources records. Forrest ees, he had not seen those," retired after 31 years with Aaron said. Metro but, if any of the ongo- The mayor’s office respond- ing investigations reveal he ed to this discrepancy that a collected overtime illegally, "long undiscovered computer then Forrest's pension could be flaw" caused Anderson’s Fast speed. reduced. approval to appear on the trav- Barry, a former corporate el documents, even though he ethics and compliance officer, never reviewed them. recommended Forrest’s adult As the investigations daughter, Macy Forrest Amos, progress, more information for a job in the city law depart- will be coming out about the Affordable ment. She was hired in Jan., affair between Barry and 2016 with a salary of $54,000. Forrester, and how it may have The position as an entry- impacted funds paid by taxpay- level city attorney was the first ers. And Nashvillians will be newly created job in watching. price. Nashville's legal department in two years and it was not part A new Internet option now available in your area from AT&T. See an unusual photo perfect for Individuals eligible to participate in the government’s Lifeline† program may qualify to receive a discount on the monthly price of Fixed Wireless Internet service from AT&T. Whatʼs Wrong with Call 877.990.0041 This Picture? or visit ´ÇÇ¶ÂÀèË¸·Ê¼Å¸¿¸ÆÆ»ÇÀ¿ Send in your photo along to check availability! with your name to:

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This past Saturday, February 10, Ridley Wills II was present at Elderʼs Bookstore on White Bridge Road to autograph copies of his latest Nashville Pikes fourth edition series on West Nashville. A crowd asked questions and inquired about the newest Nashville Pikes edition. Copies are still available at Elderʼs Bookstore located at 101 White Bridge Road. For more information call (615) 352-1562. - photo by Anthony Cunningham February 15, 2018, The News- Page 9

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year tradition attracted 26,000 recalled in the Tennessean down at a table and she would lovers or wannabes last year at memories of the 60-year old be waited on. No way, Drue was Castles across the nation. There Gerst Haus which closed for standing for that. She later will be butlers, maids, flowers, business last Saturday. Hance enlisted a slew of other proudly Druʼs Vues, too tablecloths and a special menu wrote, “(The) colorful Capitol uppity women to stand (or sit) for this sit-down Valentine's Day Hill radio reporter Drue Smith with her and called for a TV By Drucilla Smith dinner. Reservations are going went to the Gerst bar to order crew to capture the ‘demonstra- fast. .For further information on an oyster roll, only to be told tion.’ “ Thereafter, women sat this Valentine’s treat click that by salty owner Gene Ritter wherever they liked at Gerst www.whitecastle.com. that the establishment did not Haus. **** serve unescorted women at the Contact Dru Smith at White Castle, Music City Center, Music City Center: CEO bar. He instructed her to sit [email protected] Charles Starks of the John A is 90, A Gerst Memory Convention Center Authority said transit availability, whether Valentine’s Day: You can this year for White Castle bus, rail or ride services, figures reserve through Open Table Valentine’s Day dinner. This 27- into whether large conventions choose to meet Nashville. (Nash- MIDDLE TENNESSEE'S PREMIER RUG CLEANER ville’s Music City Center is owned SINCE SINCE and operated under the Authority.) 1909 1909 The Music City Center already has more hotel room nights pre-booked than any con- CELEBRATING 109 YEARS 1909 2018 vention center in history of the U.S. “People really want to come IN-PLANT RUG CLEANING Save $25.00 OFF with this ad on $200.00 or more with rug or carpet cleaning (cash or check only) Expires 2/28/2018 here,” Starks said of Nashville. • Pet Odor Specialist • Hypo-Allergenic Call Now for Free Estimate!! • Drop off at Plant or Pick-up Delivery He told Green Hills Rotarians the 615-221-0009 Center now generates nearly a ON-LOCATION CLEANING Drop-off location: Brentwood South Business Center, million dollars a day in direct • Carpet • Upholstery 7108 Crossroads Blvd. #303, • Deep Steam Cleaning Method Cool Springs (West of Mall) economic impact for Nashville. Downtown hotel construction is underway for 5,000 additional hotel rooms for big names like Flowers Saving Homeless Pets Embassy Suites, Marriott and Hyatt. Future events are already (L-R) Dru Smith (holding flowers) and Bill McCarty were Beautiful Large Silk Flower Arrange- booked for 2026 and projected for greeted by White Castle “Butler” Francis at last yearʼs ments- color choice / size- 2034. Valentineʼs Day dinner. - photos by Dru Smith **** for Inside Décor or Memorial / Graveside John A is 90: Mayor Megan (Durable Outside). Barry birthday gifted Music Average size: 17"H X 15"W Valley entrepreneur John A. Only $59 with "FREE SHIPPING" Hobbs with a painting of the in the U.S. - with local delivery famed battleship Nashville. In her own hand Barry wrote on the We Support Animal Welfare! picture, “John: Thank you for Call (615) 948-4676 serving our country in World War II and for shaping our won- MemorialGravesideFlowers.business.site derful city over the last 90 years! You are a Nashville treasure. Happy 90th birthday, All the Best, Megan Barry, Mayor, 2018.” Hobbs invited his closest friends Conradʼs --- meaning everybody he ever met --- over to the Nashville Palace for a blow out to mark his TAEKWONDO birthday ---beginning the ninth Green Hills Rotarian Bob Duthie (l) introduced speaker Olympic Sport & Traditional Martial Arts decade with a birthday ending in “0.” Randy Travis was in the Charles Stark, CEO, Convention Center Authority. audience to hear some of his 2016 Olympian own greatest hits played once 2017 Olympic Taekwondo again from the stage at the Hall of Fame Awardee Palace. Guy Gilchrist, the retir- ing “Nancy” cartoonist, offered Conrad Jenkins is a a tribute to John A. Nashville’s 7th Degree Black Belt U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper lauded • Reinforce discipline Hobbs too. Shocking as it may • Enhance each students seem there was even politick- ing going on during the festive personal development event. Juvenile Court Clerk candidates Sherry Jones and Lonnell Matthews, Jr. were pumping hands looking for votes. Two Register of Deeds One month hopefuls, Richard Exton and Spring Special! Karen Johnson, trolled the (limited time only) crowd asking for support in the One Free uniform, $50. May 1 election. Call for details **** Gerst Sit-In: Shout out to Mary Hance for including a 4718 Old Hickory Blvd • Hermitage (615) 755-4671 famous sit-in my mother, the Mayor Megan Barry gifted John A. Hobbs and honored his www.conradstaekwondo.com late Drue Smith, led. Hance military service with a painting of USS Nashville. February 15, 2018, The News- Page 11

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Olivia Bailey-Miller sign for her. Paul was 18 but Mr. Harper worked long Contributor to The News had several jobs so financially hours to make enough money Thelma Claybrooks had they felt comfortable. Thelma to send Thelma and their chil- been with some of her girl- had her first baby at 19. dren to college. friends enjoying a perfect Last April they were mar- Mrs. Harper broke the glass spring day in a Nashville park ried for 60 years. Thelma ceiling as a black woman when when Paul Harper noticed her Harper worked at Fisk and elected to the senate. Although and asked her to leave the com- took care of the books for Mr. they have both been active in pany of her friends for a few Harper’s two businesses. When their church, she is on the minutes. They were both smit- her son was college age she advisory committee for Links ten. She invited him out to her decided she wanted to go for at the WYCA. She gives her Brentwood home (was country a degree. Both of the them time tirelessly to speaking then) to meet her family. Her matriculated at University of engagements addressing chil- brothers and sisters fell in love Tennessee with their son going dren of all ages. with his car. Paul talked to her on for his masters at Atlanta Paul and Thelma Harper daddy a short time later asking University. When their daugh- are strong in their faith and in for Thelma's hand in marriage. ter was ready for college she their love. Pictured above: A family She was only 16 so he had to chose Spelman. photo of the Paul and Thelma SEND YOUR NEWS TO The Harpers enjoying a night Harper with their two chil- We Brighten Smiles! [email protected] out on the town. dren, Linda and Dylan Harper. Jane A. Bacon, DMD 3 ways Millennials can help their Baby Boomer Aileen M. Kruger, DDS parents get fit FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY Aging baby boomers who One thing that might be eating are, and how much you neglect their health and fitness tempting, but probably won’t care about having them around In-Office Tooth Whitening • Bonding • Veneers • Crowns don’t just harm themselves. work, is a harsh lecture, says for you and for the grandchil- Bridges • Partials • Conscious Sedation • Nitrous Their lifestyles also affect their Jaime Brenkus (www.exercise- dren.” Sealants • Implant Restorations • Root Canals adult children, who eventually withjaime.com), a nationally There is plenty of nutrition could end up caring for them – recognized fitness expert and and exercise advice that can Extractions • Dentures both financially and physically fitness coach for Evergreen help older people, but Brenkus – as their health declines. Wellness®, which provides says a few starter tips include: Of course, that’s not the only videos and articles to help older • Encourage them to drink reason those adult children adults enjoy healthier lives. more water. 260 JACKSON MEADOWS DRIVE, HERMITAGE might feel concerned. They also “You don’t need to give them • Recommend they try 615-872-7762 www.DrJaneBacon.com may like having mom and dad a sermon,” he says. “But you strength training. around, and want that to contin- should remind them of how • Make sure they socialize. ue for years to come. important exercise and healthy

Author and model Terrence Dye will sign copies of his new book Nashville resident Terrence Who's Who in Poetry and Noble Dye can be described as an House Pen. author, model, fashion maven, “I started writing around ole soul and multi-dimensional the time I was really getting individual. into fashion,” Dye stated. “I Dye has worked in the fash- found an old literature book ion and retail industry for 20 my aunt had in college. I read years, during which time he several poems and thought to created an unusual fashion fol- myself, ‘I can do that.’ My writ- lowing. His resume includes ing career was born.” working and styling for such Dye's latest book titled, companies as Nordstrom's, “My Conversation with God” Brooks Brothers and DXL. He earned him a guest spot on AM currently works for Dillard's at 650 WSM Grand Ole Opry, fol- The Mall at Green Hills. lowed by a book signing at “My goal in the fashion Barnes & Nobles Vanderbilt. world is to inspire people to be Logos Christian bookstore, individuals, while touching located at 4012 Hillsboro Pike lives through style and words,” Terrence Dye #6, is hosting a book signing this author shared. for Dye on February 17 from 1 Dye talked about his early said. “Dressing up everyday p.m. to 4 p.m. For information, years of style and how often just became a part of me. Who call Logos Christian Bookstore when other kids were outside knew at that time in my life it at 615-297-5388. playing his mom had him would bring such recognition inside teaching him fashion locally and nationally.” Have a community news lessons. Dye has published four “I never thought that asking books and numerous writing story? Let us know! my mom to teach me how to awards, such as, Shakespeare Send your news to: dress up at the age of 13 would trophy of Excellence, Writer's [email protected] change my life forever,” Dye Choice Award, International February 15, 2018, The News- Page 13 Participants run in their undies for MIDDLE TENNESSEE'S PREMIER RUG CLEANER SINCE SINCE Cupidʼs Undie Run 1909 1909 CELEBRATING 109 YEARS Gloria Ruth Finney food and take in a little liquid willing to do this and raise 1909 2018 Contributor to The News courage at the VIP open bar money for us, so each year I got IN-PLANT RUG CLEANING Save $25.00 OFF with this ad on $200.00 or more with rug or carpet cleaning (cash or check only) Expires 2/28/2018 If you happened to be in prior to running scantily clad more involved on my daugh- • Pet Odor Specialist • Hypo-Allergenic Call Now for Free Estimate!! downtown Nashville this past through the streets. ter’s behalf, as well as well as • Drop off at Plant or Pick-up Delivery Saturday, you may have seen an The mile run led partici- for the 1 in 3,000 children that 615-221-0009 ON-LOCATION CLEANING Drop-off location: Brentwood South Business Center, unusual sight. pants, jogging at their own are born with NF” • Carpet • Upholstery 7108 Crossroads Blvd. #303, 350 scantily clad people took pace, up Second Avenue and Jason Corbitt was a runner • Deep Steam Cleaning Method Cool Springs (West of Mall) to the streets for a “brief run”. back. in the event and says he partici- Runners dropped to their People sporting anything pates because his cousin was unmentionables on Feb. 12 for from bras, briefs, and tutus met diagnosed with NF. the Sixth Annual Cupid’s Undie back up at BB King’s to contin- “When I found out what [the Run. ue the party and fun, with run] was about, it just hit home The fun-run event is hosted many taking part in a ‘best cos- for me,” he says. by Cupid's Charity, a nationally tume’ contest. “It just became personal to recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, Carlos Ruiz, a committee me and to my heart and I felt it which raises money to fund member of Cupid’s Undie Run, was something I needed to par- Neurofibromatosis (NF) says it’s important for him to be ticipate in and support”. research benefiting the involved to help support those “This is about making sure Children’s Tumor Foundation. affected by NF. my cousin is represented, and “The run began in 2010, a “We’re literally changing helping everybody else be group of do-gooders dropped people’s lives, so for me, it can’t aware and just have a good their pants and ran through the get much more fun than that,” time,” said Corbitt. D.C. cold to raise money for said Ruiz. “That’s the main thing, research to help end neurofi- One of those people affected when you find something like bromatosis,” states the Cupid’s by NF is Pennie Brooks, leader- that, it becomes a good time and Charity website. ship council member and that’s really what this is”. NF is a rare genetic disorder Tennessee Representative for This year the Undie Run • Banquet Space Available for up to 72 People that can cause tumors to devel- the Children’s Tumor Foun- raised approximately $86,000. • Spacious Residential Suites/ Beautiful Standard Rooms op anywhere on or in the body. dation. In the six years of being held in • Hilton Honors Reward Program “These tumors can lead to “I’m part of Cupid’s because Nashville, nearly half of a mil- • Complimentary Breakfast,Parking & Wi-Fi blindness, deafness, chronic my daughter was born with a lion dollars has been raised to pain, paralysis, and can even condition called NF, so it’s very hopefully find a cure for the dis- become malignant,” says race meaningful for me to see peo- ease. coordinator for the Nashville ple working so hard for the Cupid’s Charity says since it Cupid’s Undie Run, Brittney Children’s Tumor Foundation,” began, an increase in clinical Jordan. “Currently, there are said Brooks. trials has been seen, and the no cures and very few treat- “The first time that I participants in those trials are ment options”. watched the Cupid’s Undie seeing real results. Jordan says she does mind Run, I wasn’t involved, I was on “exposing” herself in order to the sidelines and I actually Have a community expose others to a condition cried”. news story? may not know much about. This year, she joined the jog- Let us know! Registration began at 12 p.m. gers. Send your news to: 2324 CRESTMOOR ROAD • NASHVILLE, TN 37215 • 615-777-0001 at BB King’s Blues Club, where “When I saw all of the young [email protected] Behind the Mall at Green Hills • A Rochford Hotel Group Property attendees were able to enjoy folks running down, like Carlos www.nashgreenhillssuites.hamptoninn.com

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Bass, Berry & Sims interests of clients before the Minnesota Law School and his spectives and firsthand experi- convention center. Bass, Berry & Sims PLC is Tennessee General Bachelor of Science from the ence to the Foundation’s work to He was the on-site operations pleased to announce the election Assembly and the University of Central Florida. promote public school excel- manager for projects including of six new members in the firm: state executive Spero is a member of lence in Nashville. Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Douglas W. Dahl II, Lara A. branch. Through- Bradley’s Litigation Practice Hininger is the president and Hospital Vanderbilt at William- Flatau, Charles G. Jarboe, and out her career, Vick Group. He focuses his practice CEO of CoreCivic, Inc., one of son Medical Center, Nissan Erica Bell Vick. has worked on mul- in the areas of complex busi- the largest employers in the Americas Corporate Facility tiple landmark pub- ness, real estate, transportation Nashville area. He serves on the and Le Bonheur Children’s Dahl has a broad lic policy initiatives and banking litigation. He boards of directors of several Hospital in Memphis. practice advising Vick and represented advises and represents clients organizations, including the Hicks is a graduate of the both public and pri- clients in matters where govern- in all phases of litigation in Nashville Area Chamber of University of Tennessee at vate companies on ment and business intersect. state and federal courts, includ- Commerce, United Way of Martin, where he obtained a all issues related to Vick earned a J.D. from the ing briefing and arguing dis- Metropolitan Nashville and Men degree in natural resource man- the legal compli- University of Tennessee College positive motions, injunction of Valor, a rehabilitation pro- agement. He is a LEED-accredit- ance and tax-quali- of Law (2003) and a B.A. from the and evidentiary hearings, man- gram for the formerly incarcer- ed professional in Design and fication of ERISA- University of Tennessee (2000). aging e-discovery and docu- ated. He also serves on the board Construction, an Eagle Scout Dahl covered employee ment production issues, and of trustees of Belmont Universi- and a graduate of Leadership benefit plans, as well as execu- serving as counsel in jury and ty, where he earned his master’s Franklin. tive compensation and equity Bradley Arant Boult bench trials. He also represents degree in business administra- plan matters. He regularly Cummings LLP clients in both state and federal tion from the Jack Massey assists with employee benefit Tennessee Department Bradley Arant Boult appellate courts. He received Graduate School of Business. issues that arise during and fol- Cummings LLP is pleased to his J.D. (summa cum laude) Hininger is a proud graduate of of Agriculture lowing various corporate trans- announce the elevation of four from the University of Mem- Lansing High School, a public Agriculture Commissioner actions and events, such as attorneys in the firm’s phis School of Law and his high school in Lansing, Kan. Jai Templeton is announcing the mergers, acquisitions, disposi- Nashville office to partner, Bachelor of Science (magna Miller is the CEO of the appointment of Will Freeman tions and bankruptcies. Dahl which went into effect January cum laude) from the Nashville office of Colliers as public information officer for earned an LL.M. in Taxation 1. The new partners are University of Tennessee at International, a global commer- the Tennessee Department of from Georgetown University Christopher A. Bowles, Scott Chattanooga. cial real estate firm. Prior to Agriculture (TDA). Law Center (2007), a J.D. from Lenz Jr., Frankie N. Spero Wright is a member of joining Colliers, she served as Freeman joins Samford University Cumberland and Heather Howell Wright. Bradley’s Litigation Practice the chief economic development the TDA Public School of Law (2006) and a B.A. Bowles is a member of Group. Her litigation practice officer for the Nashville Area Affairs team and from Kansas State University Bradley’s Real Estate Practice involves a wide variety of com- Chamber of Commerce for 21 will help coordinate (2002). Group. He practices primarily mercial matters. Much of her years. Miller is the past presi- media relations, Flatau counsels healthcare in the areas of economic devel- practice is representing finan- dent of the Rotary Club of internal and exter- companies on joint ventures, opment, energy and environ- cial institutions and mortgage Nashville, chairwoman of the nal communica- mergers, acquisitions and other mental regulation. Bowles servicers in state and federal YWCA board, and a board tions, and public strategic transac- assists clients in obtaining courts across the country. In member of the Nashville Freeman outreach for the tions. She works incentives for job creation, cap- addition, her practice involves Entrepreneur Center, the department. with clients to ital investment and clean ener- real estate disputes, title dis- Metropolitan Transit Authority Freeman most recently structure opera- gy projects. He advises clients putes, breach of contract, and numerous other boards. She worked in the Tennessee legisla- tions in compliance on a range of challenges associ- breach of fiduciary duty, fraud was recently inducted into the ture as a legislative assistant. He with federal and ated with project development, and consumer protection viola- NPEF’s Public Schools Hall of earned a degree in Agricultural state regulatory and including regulatory, environ- tions. Wright also devotes a por- Fame in recognition of her work Leadership, Education, and operational issues mental and real estate issues. tion of her practice to advising in the community as a graduate Communications from the Flatau and offers guidance Previously, he served as commercial insurance policy- of Hillwood High School here in University of Tennessee, where on day-to-day matters, including Nashville’s first-ever director holders regarding coverage Nashville. he also served as student body healthcare regulatory analysis, of environment and sustain- available through commercial president and represented the licensure and other issues relat- ability for Mayor Karl Dean’s general liability, directors and interests of more than 27,000 stu- ed to the corporate practice of Skanska administration. Bowles re- officers, and errors and omis- dents. During his time at UT, medicine. Flatau earned a J.D. Skanska USA announced ceived his J.D. from Vanderbilt sions policies. Wright received Freeman interned in the market- from Vanderbilt Law School Adam Hicks has been promoted University Law School and her J.D. (cum laude) from Wake ing and communications depart- (2009) and a B.A. from to account manager for the com- his Bachelor of Arts from the Forest University School of ment of the Institute of Vanderbilt University (2005). pany’s Tennessee operations. University of Wisconsin. Law and her Bachelor of Arts Agriculture. Hicks was formerly a vice presi- Jarboe concentrates his prac- Lenz is a member of the from Sewanee: The University Freeman grew up on a farm dent of preconstruction. tice on complex business and Healthcare Practice Group. He in Portland, Tenn. His family of the South. In his new position, Hicks commercial litigation matters. assists clients with a variety of specializes in poultry, beef, and will be moving from a precon- He has successfully transactional matters involving forage production. In his spare struction role to an operations represented clients healthcare systems, hospitals, Nashville Public time, he enjoys playing basket- role, where he will be responsi- in federal and state ambulatory surgery centers, ball, hiking, and watching the Education Foundation ble for executive oversight for courts throughout imaging centers, clinics and Tennessee Volunteers. the United States, physician groups. In addition Nashville business leaders multiple clients and several local in arbitrations and to handling commercial trans- and public school graduates projects including the upcoming mediations, and actions involving mergers, Damon Hininger and Janet Williamson Medical Center before government acquisitions and joint ventures Miller have joined the Nashville Medical Office Building. Jarboe regulatory agen- for both publicly traded and pri- Public Education Foundation Hicks joined Skanska in 2000 Have a promotion you cies. Jarboe also regularly advis- vately held companies, he (NPEF) board of directors to as an intern and has worked in es businesses during their con- works closely with healthcare expand the Foundation’s impact both preconstruction and proj- wish to submit to tract negotiations and drafting providers on regulatory and and further its partnerships ect management throughout his with an eye toward minimizing operational matters. He also within the Nashville business almost 18-year career. Hicks led Business Briefs? future risk. Jarboe earned a has extensive experience coun- community. preconstruction work on the JW J.D. from the University of seling clients regarding the for- As CEOs of two of the largest, Marriott, scheduled to open this Send Business Briefs Tennessee College of Law (2009) mation and management of most prominent companies in summer, and other projects, and a B.A. from the University of clinically integrated provider Nashville, Hininger and Miller including renovation to Cordell items to: are distinguished business lead- Hull State Office Building and Virginia (2006). networks and accountable care [email protected] Vick serves as legislative organizations, as well as the ers who will bring invaluable the West River- front Park counsel to a number of business- development of bundled advice and wisdom to the organi- Redevelopment. Most recently, es and trade associations and is payment arrangements. He zation’s board. And as proud Hicks oversaw preconstruction a registered lobbyist with exten- received his J.D. (cum laude) public school graduates, they for the Fifth + Broadway project sive experience representing the from the University of can each provide important per- at the site of the old Nashville February 15, 2018, The News- Page 15 HIGHLIGHTS & HAPPENINGS

February 13 for a book signing at Logos the intersection of 25th and including famous people such and is located at Cohen Christian Bookstore located at Highland Avenues. Please us as Dolly Parton, O. J. Simpson, Memorial Hall on 1220 21st Shrove Tuesday 4012 Hillsboro Road in Green the Highland Ave. entrance. Bianca Jagger (Mick Jagger’s Avenue South. For more infor- Pancake Supper Hills in the celebration of his For more information, first wife] and Georgia mation call (615) 322-0605. Concordia Lutheran Church new book, My Conversations please visit Vanderbilt.edu/ O’Keeffe. located at 3501 Central Avenue with God which consists of chancellor/lecture-series or The second in a three part will be hosting this year’s annu- writings and poems collectively email [email protected] series on portraiture, Famous! Announce al Shrove Tuesday Pancake over ten years in the making of Submit questions for the (and not-so-famous): Polaroids your event in The News! Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. Donations his spiritual journey. Dye is Q+A session by utilizing by Andy Warhol is presented by will benefit Carl and Karen also a motivational speaker and #VUCLS on Twitter. the Vanderbilt University Fine Send dates, time, address Cecil who work in the mission- he has won numerous awards Arts Gallery and curated by ary field serving in Leipzig, for his writing talents. The time February 23 Joseph S. Mella, director. and contact telephone number Germany. For more informa- for the event will be from 1 p.m. The Vanderbilt University via email to: tion call (615) 292-0982. to 4 p.m. Singing from the Heart Fine Arts Gallery hours are Benefit Concert Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. [email protected] February 15 February 23-25 The New Beginnings Center and weekends, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. will be hosting a Benefit Concert Tennessee Craft Fair Nashville Flea Market called Singing from the Heart in Call for Artists deadline The Nashville Flea Market at honor of Heart Health Month Local and regional makers are The Fairgrounds Nashville is at City Winery from 7-9:30 p.m. invited to submit their artwork considered one of the top flea Award winning, Singer-Song- for the 47th Annual Spring market venues to visit in the writer, Gretchen Peters, will be Tennessee Craft Fair by country. Approximately 800 to donating her time to raise February 15. Over 200 of the 1200 dealers and vendors from awareness for TNBC. Each ticket 121 2nd Avenue North region’s finest craft artists will 30 states offer their items to the will cost approximately $100 Franklin, TN 37064 buying public every month come together on the lawn in dollars, which will includes an (615) 791-5846 Centennial Park May 4, 5 and 6, with an average of 2000 booths. amazing show, heavy appetizers, for the juried show. Founded in 1969, the and 1 drink ticket. Mon - Sat: 10-5 • Sunday 1-5pm The Tennessee Craft Fair is an Nashville Flea Market has been The New Beginnings Center AN ECLECTIC MIX OF QUALITY ANTIQUES AND FURNISHINGS opportunity for artists to show- in operation for almost 60 has been helping women the case and sell their work by con- years. The mission is to pro- past 6 years change their lives necting to the community and vide a venue for travelling and from the inside-out, and we are demonstrating their craft knowl- local vendors to make a living proud to say that we have served edge. while offering the community over 400 women a year with our The 47th Annual Spring an alternative to the tradition- programs. Events like these, Tennessee Craft Fair offers cash al, big box shopping experience. help us raise awareness and awards including Best of Show Items sold at the flea market funds to keep our organization ($1000), Best New Exhibitor, the represent more categories than strong. FOR THE BEST CIGAR & GIFT Talle Johnson Memorial Award what can be listed. SELECTION IN NASHVILLE Merchandise sold features and five Merit Awards. February 24 4001 Hillsboro Rd., Nashville, TN 37215 The application deadline is antique furniture, dishware, knick knacks, specialty foods, Casino Night Mon. – Fri. 10 – 8 February 15. 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To the Woman who said evening to see political engi- “What do women expect?” As neering at its best. a woman, you are part of the problem. A woman’s clothing No pets still allowed has nothing to do with her like- Yes I’m ticked off at the liness to be assaulted. Fully recent pattern of people begin- clothed women are just as likely CALL OUR HOTLINE: 615-298-5597 ning to take dogs and other pets to be assaulted as half-naked into grocery stores and other women. How about we stop businesses where signs are teaching girls that they need to We have added an e-mail address for Ticked Off! Send your comments to [email protected] posted that say no pets allowed dress a certain way so that boys unless they are a service ani- won’t “be tempted” to assault you take a moment to reflect on mal. These are not service ani- them, and start teaching boys first class, good people and do have horrible Hillary to thank, your perspective, and put your- mals, it’s just people who think what harassment and assault good work. thank goodness. self in the shoes of a victim they have the privilege now of are and hold them accountable I recommend these guys at The same ole swampsters are instead of blaming women for a taking their pet anywhere they for their own actions. If we 4605 Andrew Jackson Pkwy. trying to spin it like they always man’s bad behavior. Anyone who wants a good job have and its not working, and want too at anytime. Its becom- don’t stop blaming women and ing a new pattern that needs to victims, then we will continue done, they are the ones to see. I’m thanking God everyday is Just tell them James sent you. not working. This is good work stop. Other people do not care to to hear more and more stories Recommend these guys see pets in these places. of assault and harassment. I just would like compliment and we’re going to complete it. What if your daughter/grand- Hermitage Tire Center in The mayor needs to Not a mistake but a daughter/sister/niece/friend is Hermitage. My wife and I have greet the president Itʼs now or never assaulted - would you say to her: been doing business with them I just wanted to say with this decision I’m ticked off that Mayor “Well those Kardashians are for some time now. government shutdown the Mayor Barry, you said you Megan Barry refuses to meet running around basically The people there have a good Democrats have really made a made a mistake. And I believe a the president of the United naked on tv all the time so what personality. The first impres- big mistake. The American peo- mistake would have been one or States at the airport when he do you expect? Boys will be sion you make on people is how ple are fed up with immigration two times you saw your mistake visits Nashville. For the past boys!” As a woman, I suggest they judge you. They are all and this lawlessness that we’ve and then you stopped. visits he has come to this city, been putting up with for 30 What you did was make a she has not been available to years. Just look at how our decision, a two year decision to meet him. One of the require- country is going down the deceive the public and deceive TO DELINQUENT TAXPAYERS ments of the mayor of this city tubes. We as Americans need to the office as mayor. should be to meet the president stand up and support Trump at METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT when he visits this city. If she is this particular time. Because it so concerned about so many is either now or never, let’s Mayor Barryʼs extramari- things happening this should be make America great again. tal affair part of the agenda to her. FINAL NOTICE She deliberately avoids this His name was Nelson because she has different views I agonize too about the Rockefeller. He was the patri- 2016 from him. He is the president of litter arch of the world’s richest fam- the United States and in her ily and the popular (R) gover- Concerning the article, nor of NY. He had a heart attack position she needs to be there to “Litter, everyone is doing it” I meet him. Continuing to do and died in the arms of his was happy to read it because I lover. (R) Colorado congress- REAL PROPERTY TAX things like this will continue also agonize about the trash for her to lose more votes. A man and presidential hopeful being all over the place, it just Gary Hart, dared anyone to wake up call to you, this is a signifies people don’t care and duty of your office. Be there the prove he was carrying on with You are advised that after February 28, 2018, they are turning the planet into another woman. It didn’t take next time he comes and be the a garbage dump. additional penalties and costs will be imposed welcome person of this city. long for a local reporter to do in consequence of suits to be filed for just that by following him to Poor street identification a motel. President Bill Clinton enforcement of the lien for taxes against land. Spinning no longer Until the filing of such suits, taxes may be paid I’m ticked off because I claimed “I did not have sex works like it used too recently moved here from with that woman”. (D) Cong. at the Trustee’s Office, 700 2nd Ave. South, Well the stock market is bust- Atlanta and when I tried find- Anthony Weiner denied “ever Suite 220, Howard Office Building. ing higher and higher, jobs are ing a business, there’s streets having sent lurid pictures of back, the gross national prod- that do not have prominent my private parts to any young The Trustee’s Office at 700 2nd Ave. South, uct is up, pedophiles are being street identification and with girl”. (D) Sen. Al Frankin insist- ed that “I didn’t fondle any Suite 220, Howard Office Building, will be open arrested right and left. We don’t the traffic the way it is and your trying to go slow enough to find woman’s breasts”. The list Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. the name of the establishment seems endless. It’s been going to receive payment of taxes. you’re looking for, its very dis- on forever.. Richard F. Gentry concerting when the person Mayor Barry joins a long list ______behind you is blowing their of elected officials who I placed

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Apologies are not enough. For done is for the council, the TBI, and all it represents. Andrew parade with tanks, armor, flags tial for the disastrous rise of her sake, I hope her confession the FBI and any other ethics Jackson owned slaves why has- and marching troops. He said "I misplaced power exists and will was sincere and not because she committees forming or being n't anyone demanded the want a parade like the one in persist. We must never let the was caught or being black- formed is to give her walking Hermitage be closed and no fur- France!'... Well, this is the most weight of this combination mailed. papers.. If that was to happen ther funding of that "horrible" ironic statement this moron endanger our liberties or demo- Her personal decisions are then maybe once again we can property along with Rachel's could make. First, he has been cratic processes. We should take between the Mayor, her hus- heal this city from another dis- family home. I am for all memo- critical of France over and over nothing for granted. Only an band and God. However, if she grace. rials of any type being removed again because of their support alert and knowledgeable citi- stays and runs for re-election, including naming bridges after for the environmental treaty; zenry can compel the proper voters will not only judge her Much to be said about soldiers or other fallen heroes. second, France has a notorious- meshing of the huge industrial record, but her extra marital Of course, I have more of a ly poor reputation as a military and military machinery of behavior as well. brainwashing ignorance brain than that. History is his- power; and lastly, the cost of defense with our peaceful meth- Gone way to far on this sub- tory whether some parts were such a parade should go toward ods and goals so that security One word ject. This post is about the out- good or bad nothing should be improving the wages paid to and liberty may prosper togeth- Dear Grouchy Old Geezer: I cry for removal of anything removed. These people that our men and women in uni- er.” Our current president think 80% of your problems can pertaining to the Civil War. have been honored are form. The USA doesn’t have would be well served to listen to be solved in one word: Okay, let me get this straight to reminders to me that we should these big military parades like this great American's words in AMAZON.COM all of you that slept through never live like that again. After dictator- run countries do. We his final address to Congress. You're welcome. Now go have your high school American all, history does have a way of don't need parades to remind us Forget the military parade and yourself a great day. History classes. Is that still repeating itself sometimes. So of how great our military is in focus on peace and social jus- taught or has this country's his- before you grab that can of our democracy. Granted, at the tice in the world, while keeping Grow a sensible and tory being totally forgotten? spray paint or sledge hammer end of WWI and WWII we had a strong military deterrent to First of all, not a single one of to destroy a tombstone you large parades to honor our vic- hold in check evil leaders in the just brain us lived back then nor did our should present a more positive tories, but to do so now just world! Okay people, stop your so parents and I highly doubt our legacy to your family name not seems like grandstanding. And called sympathy for our dis- grandparents did, maybe our one of shame. for what? Just so Trump can graceful mayor. She knew exact- great grandparents did. The And those of you that seek to preen like a roster in front of ly what she was doing. Both Civil War occurred between eradicate all of Tennessee's his- the troops. Let's stick with our parties involved were 100% per- 1861-1865 it pitted brother tory go back to school and actu- veterans day parades to honor Ticked off? cent to blame. We as citizens of against brother depending on ally listen to your history teach- those who have served. this town need to stand up and your familial ties to either the ers. As Dwight D. Eisenhower We want to know... demand her resignation. It is North or South. There is much said, “In the councils of govern- time politicals stop embarrass- to be said about all of this pub- President wanting a ment, we must guard against E-mail: ing this town. lic outcry namely the brain- parade like France the acquisition of unwarranted washing ignorance of the fac- [email protected] Not only have these two par- It looks like our president influence, whether sought or tion wanting a part of history ties ruined to households but has ordered the Pentagon to unsought, by the military– destroyed and/or removed. the credibility of future invest- have a full blown military industrial complex. The poten- ments for Nashville is possibly Again, I say you didn't live back in jeopardy. then. If you history haters want So, those of you feeling sorry to remove reminders of some- for her you need to grow a sensi- thing dating back to those years ble and just brain. She deserves or further back then lets wipe no compassion from this town, out all history from this state. the only thing she needs to have Lets get rid of the Hermitage

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I read lists of outrageous off-highway business use, tax-filing responsibilities. deductions that people conjure including use in farming. The IRS offers the Offshore up to avoid paying taxes each Taxpayers should also avoid Voluntary Disclosure Program year. Lists are published annu- misuse of the research credit. to enable people to catch up on ally and grow more ridiculous Improper claims often involve their filing and tax obligations. each year. “The Dirty Dozen” failures to participate in or sub- (IR-2017-35) is a list provided by the IRS. The stantiate qualified research Tummy Tuck: One filer lost list is humorous, but that is dis- activities and/or satisfy the so much weight his tummy was arming. You would be surprised requirements related to quali- flabby. He tried to deduct the to read some of the ridiculous fied research expenses. (IR-2017- surgery for removing the excess CLUES ACROSS CLUES DOWN deductions and unfounded 27) flab. Guess he was tuckered out, support for them. It is not a Falsely Padding Deductions New Home: A builder built 1. ____ Straights: rock band 1. Girl having a coming out laughing matter. The Service on Returns: Taxpayers should an elaborate home for his fami- 5. Eyelid infection party ly. He wanted to take a deduc- 9. Unions 2. Potato state (abbr.) frowns on our ingenuity and avoid the temptation to falsely 12. Talk 3. Occupies manipulation to avoid paying inflate deductions or expenses tion for the building costs 13. Philippine island 4. In a way, removed taxes on our income. The “Dirty on their returns to pay less than because he could use the house 14. Water obstruction 5. Conditions of balance Dozen” for the current tax sea- what they owe or potentially as a model. 16. ___orist: tree expert 6. Long angry speeches son includes: receive larger refunds. Think Lunch Expense including 17. Female sibling 7. Hello (slang) mileage: One filer wanted to 18. Lonely 8. 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How About Dinner Patron Party

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Nashville Humaneʼs Dinner with Your Dog

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Presented by Pedigree: The featured a full course dinner, and sizes currently available for their dogs for a fun and memo- 8th annual Unleashed: Dinner dessert, and cocktails. adoption from NHA, escorted rable evening for two-legged with your Dog, benefitting Funds raised by this annual down the catwalk by Nashville and four-legged guests. Nashville Humane Association event go directly to support the celebrities, friends, and sup- With treats for all the pups, (NHA), was held at the Hutton care of more than 4,000 dogs porters. lots of petting, and many Hotel. and cats that come through Unleashed featured silent canines dressed in adorable cos- Hosted by 2018 Chair Marcia NHA’s doors each year in need and live auctions offering tumes, everyone at the event Masulla and WSMV’s Today in of a forever home. themed gifts and services to was puttin’ on the dog! Nashville hosts Kelly Sutton The Unleashed runway fea- benefit the mission of NHA. and Woody Wood, Unleashed tured lovable dogs of all shapes As always, guests brought Dinner: (right) Vance Broemel and Roxxy.

Dinner: (left) Kelly McGrath, Jodi Culp, and Jake.

Dinner: Chair Marsha Dinner: “Rover” and Humane Dinner: Laura Pnewski and Masulla, with Bellini and Executive Director Laura Chavarria. Dinner: Kelly Luton and Sugar. Gracie. Clementine.

Dinner: Jane Brewster and Melanie Dinner: Ellen Montwori and Dinner: Michelle Owens, Debbie Dinner: Logan and Ashley Ryan, with Howell, with Stormy and Nola. Savannah. Linn, and Merkel. Julius. February 15, 2018, The News- Page 23 )n Nashville Humaneʼs Dinner with Your Dog photos by • David Hodgson

Dinner: (left) Ed and Linda Grochowski with Hoover.

Dinner: (right) Theresa Menefee with Coco, in the baby carriage, and Milton White with Spanky.

Dinner: (bottom right) Kylie Ochsenreiter, Lexi, Kelly Ochsenreiter, and and Maddie.

Dinner: (left) Robin Rains, Matt Spicher, and Pearl.

Dinner: (right) Stephanie Lehman, Coco, Jan Bachus, and Marty.

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Blake McMeans Promise Tour Event

An event was held at the Hutton Hotel to raise funds photos by • Brenda Batey for the Blake McMeans Foundation, which educates young people about the dangers of drinking and driving while behind the wheel. The auction offered trips to Fishers Island, Vero Beach, Keeneland, Monteagle, and Destin. Other items included American Girl doll camp, golf clubs, Predators hockey tickets, a guitar signed by Carrie Underwood and more. Entertainment was by musicians Holly Williams and Chris Coleman. Everyone enjoyed the meal of spinach walnut salad, pan seared chicken, mashed potatoes, asparagus and cheesecake. Supporters included: Beth and Dave Alexander, Maggie and Will Tucker, Sally and David Beavers, Cynthia and Chip Hickerson, Lisa and Alton Blakley, Event: Jenny and Paul Event: Mindy and Adam Edith and Hasty Johnson, Katherine Murfree, Jill and Event: Co-chairs Tori Alexander, Sharon Daniel Talbert, Allison and Fraser Schaufele, and Erin Steele. Hale, and Elizabeth Wells. Geist. and Mark Nicol.

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Super Bowl Party

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1108 OVERTON LEA ROAD 495 MOBLEY ROAD 3 BUCKLAND ABBEY 9422 NEW HWY 96 W Oak Hill - $2,875,000 Clarksville, TN - $2,225,000 Northumberland - $2,090,000 Franklin - $1,599,000 Spectacular custom built home with luxe Gated 27 acre Mediterranean Estate Stunning European style home with top Private, gated retreat with stunning pool and cabana pool house on with guest cottage and barn. 4/5 BR, tier finishes, elevator, covered porch and renovations throughout. Located on gorgeous 2.06 acre estate lot. 4 full/ 3 half BA - Located just 30 spectacular courtyard. Wms Co. / Davidson Co. line - Choose 4 BR | 6.2 BA | 7,209 sf minutes to Downtown Nashville. 4 BR | 4.3 BA | 6,425 sf your schools! 4 BR | 5BA | 4,568 sf MELANIE BAKER - 615.300.8155 SHERI C. SMITH - 615.347.4110 MELANIE BAKER - 615.300.8155 SHERI C. SMITH - 615.347.4110

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