Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Hendersonville.
Deputy Jerry Soares served as a School Resource Officer at Gallatin High School and died Monday following a medical emergency — the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office said his over 30 years of service made a lasting impact and that funeral details will be released.
Gas prices in Tennessee fell by six cents last week to an average of $2.78 per gallon — the rate remains four cents higher than one month and one year ago, according to AAA.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency confirmed that hemorrhagic disease is increasing among white-tailed deer in eight counties, including Franklin, Giles, Humphreys, Lewis, Shelby, Sumner, Wayne and Williamson due to heavy rains in the spring and dry conditions later.
TWRA said the disease, spread by biting midges and not harmful to people, will continue to be monitored.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced that Walton Ferry Road between Campus Drive and Harlan Avenue will have partial closures daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Monday, Sept.
22 until Friday, Sept. 26 to install new water main crossings and realign the intersection at Walton Ferry and Old Shackle Island Road — flaggers and a detour will be provided for local traffic.
Last week, the Cheatham Middle Lady Musketeers traveled to Pleasant View to face the Sycamore Middle Lady Knights in a close volleyball match—where the Lady Knights won the first set 25–21, the Musketeers took the second set 25–18 and the Knights secured the final set 15–12.
The Lady Knights also clinched the junior varsity match in two sets.
A local sports analyst from Main Street Media released Week 5 predictions for football matchups in Sumner County.
The forecast covers key games such as Portland at Greenbrier and Hendersonville Commandos against Hunters Lane — offering insights for local fans.
Football columnist David offered his Week 5 pick 'em predictions for several college games, including a key matchup in Hendersonville — where the Lebanon Blue Devils are set to play the Station Camp Bison.
He reviewed recent results and forecast wins for teams like Friendship Christian, Green Hill, and Jefferson County with predicted scores that suggest close contests.
University of Tennessee legend Phillip Fulmer appeared Tuesday at his 27th golf classic held at Hermitage Golf Course to raise funds for the Jason Foundation—a Hendersonville nonprofit that works to prevent youth suicide.
Former players from his championship teams attended as part of National Suicide Prevention Month efforts.
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