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Columbia State Community College professor in hot water over "Rainbow Coalition" ribbons

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 01:45 PM CDT

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Linda Burton, a professor at Tennessee's Columbia State Community College is facing scrutiny after allegedly ordering students to wear "Rainbow Coalition" ribbons for a day.

The ribbons are meant to support gay and lesbian political causes, but an attorney with a Christian legal organization has taken issue with the professor's demand.

Attorney Travis Barham believes it violated the student's First Amendment rights because they were forced to wear the ribbons. Barham also alleged to Fox News the professor explained to students it was her duty "to educate the ignorant and uneducated elements of society."

Sky Arnold will have a statement from the school and complete coverage updating this story on FOX 17 News at 9 and 10 pm.

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Korean War Veteran gets H.S. Diploma 62 years later

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 10:40 AM CDT

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Korean War Veteran William Milton Duncan will finally receive his High School Diploma after a 62 -year wait.

The Tennessee Department of Veteran Affairs and The Tennessee Department of Education have teamed up to present Mr. Duncan with the diploma.

According to Public Chapter No. 736, the state can issue diplomas to veterans who were unable to finish school because they were drafted or served their country.

Senator Douglas Henry (D-Nashville) will present Mr. Duncan with the diploma today at the Senate Library.

FOX 17 News at 9 and 10 pm will take you there and recap this amazing story.
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"Glee" star Jane Lynch makes guest-appearance on "Master Chef" tonight

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 01:12 PM CDT

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“Glee” superstar Jane Lynch will be appearing on Gordon Ramsay's “Master Chef” tonight on FOX 17, but how much do you really know about her?

Long before she was hosting award shows and became everyone’s favorite coach to hate, Lynch was tickling funny-bones as part of the renowned “Second City” comedy troupe. But she really caught steam starring in Christopher Guest’s cult favorite comedies “Best in Show” and “A Mighty Wind”.

The Dolton, Illinois native has also appeared in “40 Year Old Virgin” and most recently, “Wreck it Ralph”.

According to IMDB.com, Lynch is deaf in her right ear due to an illness as an infant. One of her favorite films is “The Big Lebowski” and she performed all her own singing and guitar playing in “A Mighty Wind”.

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Parvo outbreak closes Robertson county shelter

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 11:48 AM CDT

Crews are busy cleaning and sterlizing the animal shelter in Robertson county.

An outbreak of parvo moved quickly thru the facility forcing crews to put done 12 dogs and closing the shelter.

The Springfield facility will remain closed until 10am Monday.

"Farmer Style" aims to become next "Gangnam Style" viral sensation

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 09:55 AM CDT

Move over "Gangnam Style," a trio of Kansas brothers are taking the web by storm with their viral music video "Farmer Style."

While the brothers are far from reaching Psy The Entertainer's billion Youtube video views, they have managed a respectable 13 million of their own for the Gangnam Style Parody.

The Peterson Farm Bros consist of Greg, Nathan and Kendal -who now have their own Youtube channel that showcases other parodies shot on the family farm.

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Natura Pet Products issues recall on foods

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 11:21 AM CDT

The possibility of Salmonella outbeak prompts a pet food recall.
Natura pet products says six different brnads of dog and cat food are included.

The recall includes dry dog food, cat food, pet biscuits, bars,treats branded as Innova, EVO.

The brands are marked as natural and holistic and marked as June 10, 2014 expiration.

Hendersonville High School Homecoming Queen, Mom in Trouble in Sumner Co.

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 06:51 AM CDT

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. - Police arrested 18 year old Sara Lamb for underage drinking following a graduation party. Her mother, Laleh Lamb, was charged with Child Neglect and Contributing to a Minor. Officers found Sara Lamb on the back porch of her Wickman Court home after drinking 4-5 beers. 20 other people were either arrested or cited in the case.

Women Take on Tougher Roles in Military; Clarksville Community Reacts-Meagan O'Halloran

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 10:46 AM CDT

Elite combat groups like Navy SEALs and Army Rangers aren’t just jobs for men anymore. Women will now be allowed to join the ranks to serve on the front lines with men.

The Department of Defense announced Tuesday it would start training women for these roles as early as this summer.

“We’re looking for smart qualified operators, you know there’s just, there’s a new dynamic, I mean, the days of Rambo are over” said US Army Special Ops Major General Bennet Sacolick.

Approximately 200,000 women currently serve in the armed forces and make up less than 15% of the military population. Most of these women are assigned to the Army.

This year marks the end of a 20-year ban on women in combat. The ban was officially lifted in January.

This summer, the Marines plan to test 400 males and 400 females to find a way to screen recruits and make sure those entering combat can succeed and carry out hundreds of physically demanding tasks.

It will take the military at least two years to develop new gender-neutral standards. Women competing for these combat roles are expected to be the best-of-the-best and pass every single mental and physical exercise required by the men who have already earned their titles.

EXCLUSIVE: Electronic Surveillance Systems Could Soon Play Larger Role in Keeping Children Safe

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 06:25 AM CDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - This week the Electronic Security Trade Show is holding its annual convention at the Music City Center. On Tuesday, Newtown, Connecticut Police Chief Michael Kehoe gave the keynote address. He talked about what the community has learned since the mass school shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in December. Chief Kehoe says protecting schools will take public and private security sectors working together. Last December Adam Lanza took his own life after killing his mother and 26 students and teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School.

28 Entertainment to make George Jones movie

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 01:46 PM CDT

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A film about George Jones' life might not be too far away. 28 Entertainment -a Los Angeles based company- has announced the acquisition of story rights for a biopic about Jones and his wife Nancy.

Although the rights are new, Jones and writer Dennis L. Baxter collaborated on the script before the country music legend passed away. His wife Nancy Jones will serve as an executive producer and consultant.

For a look at what the George Jones Monument will look like, CLICK HERE.

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Chef Gordon Ramsay faces Class Action Lawsuit

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 05:26 PM CDT

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Regardless if you love or hate Chef Gordon Ramsay of "Master Chef" and "Hell's Kitchen" fame, you have to admit he's fun to watch -unless you're one of his employees.

Radar Online reports former employees from his restaurant "The Fat Cow" have filed a class-action lawsuit against Ramsay. The suit alleges the chef did not compensate the employees for overtime hours and were forced to work through meal times and breaks.

To get a glimpse of how demanding Chef Ramsay can be on his shows, tune in on Wednesday night for "Master Chef" and on Thursday night for "Hell's Kitchen." Both shows air on FOX 17 at 7 pm.

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President Obama's scheduled trip to Africa drawing criticism

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 09:24 AM CDT

President Obamaâs trip this month to Africa, with the first family tagging along, is projected to cost taxpayers as much as $100 million, sparking criticism as the federal government scrimps along during sequester-related budget cuts.

Among the related costs will be fighter jets; hundreds of Secret Service agents; a Navy ship with a full trauma center; and military cargo planes to bring 56 vehicles including 14 limousines and three trucks loaded with sheets of bulletÂproof glass to cover the windows of the hotels where the first family will stay.

The details were reported by The Washington Post, based on a confidential planning document.

The trip to sub-Sahara Africa runs from June 26 to July 3.

The president and first lady have cancelled plans to go on a safari that would have included the additional expense of a sharp-shooting team, responsible for putting down a cheetah, lion or any other wild animal that became a threat.

Figuring out the exact cost of the overall trip is difficult because the information is classified for the purpose of national security.

Obamaâs trip could cost the federal government $60 million to $100 million based on the costs of similar African trips in recent years, a person familiar with the Obama journey but not authorized to speak for attribution told The Post.

The trip comes as agencies across the federal government try to find cost-saving measures to deal with the massive, across-the-board budget cuts known as sequester, which kicked in this year after Washington lawmakers failed to agree on a more measured approach.

“For the cost of this trip to Africa, you could have 1,350 weeks of White House tours,” Rep. George Holding, a North Carolina Republican, said last week.

“The infrastructure that accompanies the president’s travels is beyond our control,” said Ben Rhodes, Obama’s deputy national security adviser for strategic communications. “When you travel to regions like Africa that don’t get a lot of presidential attention, you tend to have very long-standing and long-running impact from the visit.”

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Today is the Grand Opening for the Bigger and Better Women Infants and Children Clinic

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 04:06 AM CDT

SMYRNA, Tenn. - The Rutherford County Health Department received a nearly $700,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help with renovations. Today's grand opening starts at 9am on David Collins Drive in Smyrna.

Portland Woman is Recovering after Bad Accident

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 07:20 AM CDT

ELIZABETHTOWN, Kentucky - It happened Monday night. The accident reports show Shirley Boisvert hit a truck that lost control in front of her. She was then hit by a semi truck. The 62 year old is in stable condition this morning.

Mayor and Aldermen Could Approve Elkton City Budget Tonight

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 05:07 AM CDT

ELKTON, Kentucky - The Mayor does not expect a tax hike will be needed. The Board also plans to work toward paying off the city's Fire Department loan early.

Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 03:44 AM CDT

DETROIT (AP) -- After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.

But the recall, which came in an 11th-hour deal between the automaker and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, covers only 1.56 million of the 2.7 million Jeeps that the government wanted repaired. The rest are part of a "customer service action" and many may not get fixed.

By giving in to government pressure, Chrysler sidesteps a showdown with NHTSA that could have led to public hearings with witnesses providing details of deadly crashes. The dispute could have landed in court and hurt Chrysler's image and its finances.

Yet the deal still leaves some Jeep owners with gas tanks that NHTSA just two weeks ago said were risky. Chrysler maintains that they are safe and need no repairs.

Earlier this month, the automaker publicly refused the government's request to recall Jeep Grand Cherokees from model years 1993 through 2004 and Jeep Libertys from 2002 through 2007.

NHTSA, the U.S. agency that monitors vehicle safety, contends the Jeep gas tanks can rupture if hit from the rear, spilling gas and causing a fire. NHTSA said a three-year investigation showed 51 people had died in fiery crashes in Jeeps with gas tanks positioned behind the rear axle.

Chrysler had until Tuesday to formally respond to NHTSA, but the deal made the response unnecessary.

Here's how the recall will work, according to Chrysler:

- The company will recall 1.56 million Libertys from 2002 through 2007 and Grand Cherokees from 1993 through 1998. If they don't have factory or Chrysler "Mopar" trailer hitches, dealers will install them. The heavy metal hitches bolt to the frame and help bolster protection for the gas tank.

- About 1.2 million Grand Cherokees from the 1999 to 2004 model years will be part of the "customer service action." Owners will get notices saying their vehicles are fine if they have factory or Chrysler trailer hitches. Dealers will inspect other trailer hitches to make sure they're secure. But if the Jeeps don't have trailer hitches, Chrysler won't do anything, maintaining that the Jeeps are safe and do not need any changes. A Chrysler spokesman was not sure how many of the SUVs are without trailer hitches.

In a letter to Chrysler dated June 3, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation told the company all of the Jeeps should be recalled. "The defects present an unreasonable risk to motor vehicles," the letter said, "because people ... have burned to death in rear impact crashes."

NHTSA began investigating the Jeeps at the request of the Center for Auto Safety, a Washington, D.C.-based advocacy group, that also says all the Jeeps should be recalled. "In view of Chrysler's refusal to recall 1999-04 Grand Cherokees, we call on NHTSA to move to an initial determination of a defect in order to force their recall as well," Clarence Ditlow, the center's director, said in a statement late Tuesday.

Ditlow also said NHTSA should test the trailer hitches to make sure they protect the gas tanks.

An agency spokeswoman said Tuesday evening that she was checking into details of the recall.

Chrysler Group LLC, which is majority owned by Fiat SpA of Italy, wouldn't say how much the hitches would cost, although they sell for about $200 each on websites.

Erik Gordon, a law and marketing professor at the University of Michigan, said Chrysler realized it was headed for a public-relations disaster and decided to reverse course.

"What happened is they get surprised by how loud the hue and cry is," Gordon said.

Chrysler's image will still get dinged a little "because it looks as if they have done the right thing only because they were forced to," he said.

Chrysler executives probably realized their chance for success was slim because courts have given wide latitude to government regulatory agencies, said David Kelly, former acting NHTSA administrator under President George W. Bush.

"They have some very smart people at Chrysler and probably looked into a crystal ball and didn't think this would end the way they wanted it to," Kelly said.

NHTSA said in a statement that it's pleased with Chrysler's decision. The agency plans to keep investigating the issue as it reviews recall documentation from Chrysler.

Ditlow said he is cautiously optimistic that the solution will make the Jeeps safer.

He urged Chrysler to add Jeep Cherokee SUVs from 1993 through 2001 to the recall. The Cherokees are under investigation for the same problem.

Chrysler will begin notifying owners about the recall in about a month, the company said.

The last time an automaker defied a NHTSA recall request was early in 2011, when Ford refused to call back 1.2 million pickup trucks for defective air bags. Ford later agreed to the recall after NHTSA threatened to hold a rare public hearing on the issue.

In a statement on June 4, Chrysler said its review of nearly 30 years of data showed a low number of rear-impact crashes involving fire or a fuel leak in the affected Jeeps.

"The rate is similar to comparable vehicles produced and sold during the time in question," the company said. It also said NHTSA left some similar vehicles out of its investigation.

But NHTSA found at least 32 rear-impact crashes and fires in Grand Cherokees that caused 44 deaths. It also found at least five rear crashes in Libertys that caused seven deaths. The agency calculated that the older Grand Cherokees and Libertys have fatal crash rates that are about double those of similar vehicles. It compared the Jeeps with the Chevrolet S10 Blazer, Ford Explorer, Toyota 4Runner, Isuzu Rodeo, Isuzu Trooper, Mitsubishi Montero, Suzuki Sidekick and Suzuki XL-7.

Among the 51 deaths was Remington "Remi" Walden, a 4-year-old boy from Bainbridge, Ga., who was killed when a 1999 Grand Cherokee driven by his aunt was hit from behind by a pickup truck in March 2012. The child was on his way to a tennis lesson when the SUV was struck. The fuel tank leaked, engulfing the Jeep in flames and killing the boy, according to a lawsuit filed against Chrysler by his family.

"Numerous witnesses saw Remi struggling to escape and heard him screaming for help," the lawsuit says.

The lawsuit alleges that Chrysler placed the gas tank in a "crush zone" behind the rear axle and knew the location was dangerous, and that the company failed to protect the gas tank against rupturing.

In court papers, Chrysler denied the allegations and said the pickup truck driver's negligence was the sole cause of the boy's injuries.

Man Arrested for DUI, Causing Mess in Neighborhood Set to Appear in Court This Morning

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 03:19 AM CDT

WEST NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Police charged 27 year old Scott Hamrick back in May when he crashed his truck into 2 power poles after falling asleep at the wheel. Police say Hamrick was on several prescription pills. Hamrick caused a huge headache for neighbors near White Bridge Pike. Thousands lost power because of the crash.

TMZ: 'Pants on the Ground' Guy: NJ Saggy Pants Ban IS GENIUS

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 02:37 AM CDT

TMZ is reporting "Pants on the Ground" singer General Larry Platt is speaking out about New Jersey's new saggy pants ban. The town of Wildwood passed a law banning saggy pants from its boardwalk which is scheduled to go into effect next month. He tells TMZ saggy pants are a disgrace to the community, and pulls down people, churches, schools, education and jobs. General Platt is the musical mastermind behind "Pants on the Ground", which he originally sang during an "American Idol" audition.

More than 30 Local Employers are Looking to Hire

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 02:02 AM CDT

SPRING HILL, Tenn. - A job fair is going on today from 9am-1pm in Spring Hill. It's at the Northfield Workforce Development and Conference Center. Calsonic Kansei, IBEX and AFLAC are just a few companies that will be on hand. Just remember to bring your resume.

Police visit home of Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 03:57 AM CDT

NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day before.

Police at the scene and prosecutors would not comment on the actions while Sports Illustrated, citing an unidentified source, reported that Hernandez was not believed to be a suspect in what was being treated as a possible homicide. Police had spoken with Hernandez, the magazine said.

Sports Illustrated reported that the link between Hernandez and the case was a rented Chevrolet Suburban with Rhode Island plates that police had been searching for. The Sun Chronicle of Attleboro, Mass., said the SUV was registered to Enterprise and investigators wanted to analyze it for fingerprints.

The Associated Press could not independently confirm the reports.

No cause of death had been released for the body found about 5:30 p.m. Monday.

Hernandez is represented by the Athletes First agency, which said it has no comment "on the Aaron Hernandez situation." The player's mother said by telephone from Connecticut on Tuesday she had no knowledge of a case involving him.

The Patriots drafted Hernandez out of Florida in 2010. Since then, he has combined with Rob Gronkowski to form one of the top tight end duos in the NFL.

On Tuesday night, some police officers stood on the front steps of Hernandez's home and others could be seen inside. Some walked around the driveway and in the garage with flashlights. Before wrapping up their work for the night, one officer took a box out of the massive house.

"I am aware of the reports, but I do not anticipate that we will be commenting publicly during an ongoing police investigation," Patriots spokesman Stacey James said.

North Attleborough is south of Boston on the Rhode Island state line, not far from the Patriots' stadium in Foxboro.

In 38 games, the 6-foot-1, 245-pound Hernandez has 175 receptions for 1,956 yards and 18 touchdowns. He missed 10 games last season with an ankle injury and had shoulder surgery in April, but is expected to be ready for training camp. The Patriots have not said which shoulder was operated on.

Last summer, the Patriots gave Hernandez a five-year contract. It was worth $40 million, according to reports, and came just months after the team locked up Gronkowski, through 2019.

"Aaron's improved a lot," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said at the time. "He's worked hard, he's improved a lot in all phases of the game - the passing game, the running game, protection and his overall versatility. He's doing a good job for us."

Hernandez played in college with Tim Tebow, who was recently signed by the Patriots.

Union Representing Musicians Hopes Contract Negotiations Will Help Keep Nashville Symphony Afloat

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 01:39 AM CDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Both sides will sit down at the bargaining table today. It comes after the non-profit laid off members of its catering and dining staff yesterday. Workers will stay on the job until August 4. The Symphony hasn't been able to pay debts on its building and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center could be auctioned off at the end of the month. The Symphony still owes $82 million on its construction note.

Tullahoma Man Accused of Shooting His Child Back in May is Set to Face a Judge Today

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 12:50 AM CDT

TULLAHOMA, Tenn. - Investigators say Kevin Sayre was stripping his handgun when it went off, hitting the 13 month old in the chest. The child was taken to the hospital and was in critical but stable condition for weeks. Sayre is charged with Aggravated Assault. He's being held on $20,000 bond.

Former Girls Soccer Coach Accused of Sexually Abusing His Players is Set to Face a Judge This Morning

Wed, Jun 19 2013, 12:01 AM CDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - 46 year old George Rico Laise was arrested earlier this month and is charged with 4 counts of Rape. Police say Laise may have had inappropriate sexual encounters with as many as 7 girls. He has been in the hospital after he tried to commit suicide in his cell last week.

Only 4 Days Left to Get Ticket for St. Jude Dream Home

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 11:26 PM CDT

FRANKLIN, Tenn. - We're only selling 15,000 tickets this year, raising $1.5 million for children at St. Jude. The 4000sqft home in Franklin is open for tours every day this week. For directions and tickets go to Fox17.com. Don't forget to watch FOX17 this Sunday at 6pm as we draw the lucky winner LIVE on air. Good luck.

Bat attack leads to chase and arrest

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 10:15 PM CDT

A Williamson county man is charged with beating a relative with a baseball bat.

That assault led to a dangerous car chase.

Matthew Alton King was arrested last night after wrecking his car in Maury county after that chase

This is video from a deputy dash cam.

King took off after the sheriff's department was called.

When deputies caught up with the 20 year old they say he wouldn't pull over.

King ended up hitting a Maury county patrol car before going off the road.

He wasn't hurt.

King is being held on a 300 thousand dollar bond.##

Titans Host 101st Airborne Soliders-Scott Couch

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 10:12 PM CDT

By:Scott Couch
Dateline: Nashville

The Tennessee Titans hosted some real-life American heroes at Baptist Sports Park Tuesday. Head coach Mike Munchak addressed to about a hundred members of the 101-st Airborne from Fort Campbell, Kentucky before treating the soldiers to a front row seat for the Titans mini-camp. The soldiers, who are preparing to redeploy in the war on terror, not only got to watch practice, they got to talk to players one on one, take pictures and get autographs. Titans signal caller Jake Lockert said, "you know they're why we're able to do what we do." Private first class Conner Bridges who grew up in California tells Fox 17 News, "it means a lot to get away from the military lifestyle for a little bit, come over and have a good day."

Nashville Looks for Affordable Housing Options-Sky Arnold

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 10:11 PM CDT

Lindsay Timberlake thought her search for an affordable two bedroom home in East Nashville was going to be easy.

Instead she found tough competition and plenty of homes she didn't want to live in that were more expensive than she wanted to pay.

"It was pretty frustrating because everytime I'd find something I loved, oh there's already 30 applicants on it," said Timberlake.

That's where a vote Tuesday night at Metro Council could eventually come in.

It's the first of three required votes to create a program initially proposed by Mayor Karl Dean called the Barns Fund for Affordable Housing.

Former Metro Council Member Erik Cole is among those working on it.

He says it will begin by funneling some $3 million into local groups that will either build new affordable housing units or provide a subsidy for landlords to make their units affordable.

"When you think about how Nashville is changing there are lots of young people moving here people getting out of college, getting out of high school and we have a real need for workforce housing," said Cole.

Timberlake certainly agrees with that as it was only recently that she found a place to live.

"It's just totally out of balance," said Timberlake.

Two Storms in 3 Years Cost Little League $180K - Eric Alvarez

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 09:43 PM CDT

First, the Historic May Flood swamped Mt. Juliet Little League Park in 2010, then a tornado tore through in January of 2013.

Those two storms caused close $180,000 dollars in damages.

The rebuilding project is still in full swing at Mt. Juliet little league park, even five months after a January tornado tore through the fields.

“The bleachers were actually tossed over, collapsing the whole entire fence,” said Luke Winchester, board member of the non-profit Mt. Juliet League

Winchester says the tornado caused close to $90,000 dollars in damages but it wasn't the first time the park fell victim to severe weather,

"They had the tornado, spring rains, it flooded this whole area you couldn't even see the grass,” said Kenny Willoughby, who was practicing at the fields with his 12-year-old son Zac.

Willoughby said to his family, it’s more than just a park.

"It's not only about baseball, it's about getting out here and doing something with your kid besides just watching TV,” Willoughby said.

That's why Mt. Juliet mayor Ed Hagerty said after the 2010 flood, the city set aside $90,000 for repairs. Two and a half years later, the tornado struck and the city put up $75,000, Hagerty said.

“The city of Mt. Juliet was gracious enough to really help us to make a difference,” Winchester said.

But even five months after the tornado, the repairs aren’t finished.

"Could be somewhere in the neighborhood of $10,000 to $15,000 in additional repairs," Winchester said.

That's more than the non-profit league can cover on its own, Winchester said. The board doesn't want to raise player fees, so every kid that wants to, can take part in America’s pastime.

"To me, baseball is more than just baseball, softball is more than just softball,” Winchester said. “It’s about building teamwork, sportsmanship, camaraderie. It is everything.”

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2013 BMI Christian Awards Winners

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 07:57 PM CDT

The complete list of 2013 BMI Christian Award Winners:

10,000 REASONS (BLESS THE LORD)

Jonas Myrin

EMI CMG Publishing

Matt Redman

BE STILL

Yolanda Adams

Irving Music

Jam Yo Music

Yolanda Adams

CARRY ME TO THE CROSS

Mark Stuart

Jason Walker

68 Guns

Dayspring Music *BMI Christian Publisher of the Year*

Integrity's Praise! Music

Kutless

COURAGEOUS

Mark Hall

My Refuge Music

Sony/ATV Tree

Casting Crowns

DO EVERYTHING

Steven Curtis Chapman

One Blue Petal Music

Primary Wave Brian

Steven Curtis Chapman

HE SAID

Manuel Reyes

Blanca Reyes Callahan

Dayspring Music *BMI Christian Publisher of the Year*

Group 1 Crew featuring Chris August

I FEEL GOOD

Phillip Feaster

Fred Hammond

Jonathan Miller

Calvin Rodgers

CJMS Music

Derek's Kids

Face's Launching Pad Publishing

Music Feast Productions

Universal Music-Brentwood Benson Songs

Fred Hammond

I NEED YOUR GLORY

Earnest Pugh

Black Smoke Publishing

Pughspen Music Publishing Co.

Earnest Pugh

I THIRST

Beverly Lowry

Homeward Bound Music

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound (a tribute to Cathedral Quartet)

I'M GOING HOME WITH JESUS

Carroll L. McGruder *BMI Christian Songwriter of the Year*

Best Of Zion Music

The Crabb Family

KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN

Bo Rinehart

Bear Rinehart

Needtobreathe Music

Needtobreathe

LIVE LIKE THAT

Dave Frey

Ben McDonald

Dayspring Music *BMI Christian Publisher of the Year*

Sidewalk Prophets

LOVE CAME CALLING

Wayne Haun

Joel Lindsey

Hefton Hill Music

PsalmSinger Music

Universal Music-Brentwood Benson Songs

Triumphant Quartet

LOVE COME TO LIFE

Jeremy Redmon

Jim Scherer

Dayspring Music *BMI Christian Publisher of the Year*

Red 91 Music

Songs Of Whizbang

Big Daddy Weave

ME WITHOUT YOU

Toby McKeehan

Chris Stevens

Achtober Songs

Chriscendo Music

Meaux Mercy Publishing

tobyMac

MY HEART SAYS YES

Troy Sneed

Shytro Publishing

Troy Sneed

REACH

Andrew Fromm

Southern Yankee Publishing

Peter Furler

SAVED BY GRACE

Carroll L. McGruder *BMI Christian Songwriter of the Year*

Rex Nelon Music Company

Triumphant Quartet

SOMETIMES I CRY

Gerald Crabb

Christian Taylor Music

Gerald Crabb's Songs

Jason Crabb

SPIRITUAL

Donald Lawrence

Q W Publishing

Donald Lawrence

TURN AROUND

Matt Maher

EMI CMG Publishing

Valley Of Songs Music

Matt Maher

WE ARE

Chuck Butler

Ed Cash

Hillary McBride

James Tealy

HillaryMcBrideMusic

Jord A Lil Music

Wondrously Made Songs

Kari Jobe

WHAT A SAVIOR

Jeremiah Jones

Fair Trade Global Songs

Giant Impact LLC

Laura Story

WHEN THE STARS BURN DOWN (BLESSING AND HONOR)

Jennie Riddle

Integrity's Praise! Music

Phillips, Craig & Dean

WHERE I BELONG *BMI Christian Song of the Year*

Jason Roy

Havery Publishing

Sony/ATV Tree

Building 429

EXCLUSIVE: Newtown Police Chief Discussing School Safety in Nashville - Erika Lathon

Tue, Jun 18 2013, 06:31 PM CDT

High tech surveillance systems are not just for homes and businesses, some experts believe they should also be protecting our children. The electronic Security Trade show hosted by ESX is meeting this week at Nashville's Music City Center. This year much of the focus is on school security. Newtown, Connecticut Police Chief, Michael Kehoe spoke to the group on Tuesday. Kehoe was a first responder following the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School last December. Adam Lanza killed his mother and took his own life after killing twenty six students and teachers at the school. Chief Kehoe says greater electronic surveillance can help to detect and prevent threats on campus. He says public and private safety sectors working together will play a key role in keeping schools safe.