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Majority of County Commission Sanction $325 Million Dollar Building Project For Juvenile Justice Center And Jail Despite the Skyrocketing County Debt While Concerns From Constituents About Overbuilding and Location Remain

Last night after a long and at times, tense meeting of the Williamson County Commission, 16 of the 24 County Commissioners voted to approve the $330 million dollar price tag.   Commissioners Ricky Jones, Judy Herbert, Jennifer Mason, Gregg Lawrence, Paul Webb, Chas Morton, Meghan Guffee, Sean Aiello, Betsy Hester, Greg

TruthWire News Interviews Country Music Legend Lee Greenwood and Pastor Ben Graham!

In honor of the anniversary of 9/11, join us for an insightful and substantive discussion with Lee Greenwood and Pastor Ben Graham as we reflect on his iconic song God Bless the USA and its deep connection to the events of 9/11.

Williamson County GOP Issues Resolution To Censure Disloyal Establishment Republicans That Seek To Undermine Grassroots Challengers

On September 3, 2024, the Williamson County Republican Party (WCRP) passed a resolution that emphasizes the growing tensions within the Republican Party. While the Republican establishment often insists that the fight is over "conservative values," this resolution reveals a deeper conflict between grassroots conservatives and the party elite.

Williamson County GOP Politics 2024: The Grassroots Uprising and The Williamson County Two-Step An Editorial

The Current State of Affairs in Williamson County  Williamson County, once a beacon of conservative values, finds itself in a precarious position as the 2024 elections approach.   Facing $1.2 billion in debt—a stark rise from $500 million in 2014—local leadership continues to push the narrative that "

D7 Williamson CountyCommissioner Richards: "Our Resolutions Process Needs To Align With The State Constitution". Rules Committee: "No, It Really Doesn't"

This past week, the newest incarnation of the rules committee for the Williamson County Commission were presented with a resolution from D7 County Commissioner Christopher Richards, who is asking that the resolution approval process be refined to better delineate the separation of powers between the legislative and the executive branches

Current Elected Republican Williamson County School Board Member Endorses Progressive Candidate, Brands Republican Candidate As An “Extremist”

As the Williamson County Schools Board races heat up, based on reports and statements on social media, Jay Galbreath, the sitting board member from District 6, who ran and was elected as a Republican, has chosen to endorse not the fellow republican candidate in D7 Angela Beaton, but rather her

Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Challenge of Constitutionality To Tennessee Ban Of Public Drag Shows With No Age Restriction

Why It Matters The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals' decision on the constitutionality of Tennessee's law restricting drag shows has significant implications for state’s rights to set legal boundaries that protect children from harmful exhibitions of adult oriented entertainment, and whether those who engage in such

Big Pac Money Is Influencing Tennessee Elections, Not Tennessee Voters

Why It Matters The significant financial investments in Tennessee state Senate races by establishment leadership underscore the stakes involved in these primary challenges. Nearly $900,000 was allocated to support two incumbent senators, highlighting the broader implications these elections could have on the state's political landscape and leadership,

Biden DOJ Cuts Deal With Progressive Shelby County DA To Cease Prosecutions For Aggravated Prostitution In Shelby County As HIV Rates Skyrocket

Biden DOJ and Shelby County DA Mulroy cut side deal to circumvent Tennessee state laws on aggravated prostitution amid skyrocketing HIV rates.

Abortion Advocacy Groups Like Planned Parenthood Are Aiming To Flips Seats In Tennessee General Assembly And Conservative Tennesseans Who Don’t Show Up For Primaries Are Helping Them

Why It Matters  Abortion advocacy groups like Planned Parenthood are targeting the Tennessee General Assembly, aiming to flip seats. Low voter turnout in the state might assist these groups in achieving their goals, potentially altering the state’s political dynamics. What we see Recent reports show a disappointing voter turnout

Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson Paid Chamber Of Commerce Affiliated Org Hundreds Of Thousands In Taxpayer Dollars Under Expired Contract Without County Commission Approval

Why It Matters The incident involving Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson and the expired contract with Williamson Inc. raises significant concerns about fiscal responsibility and transparency in government operations. The use of taxpayer money without appropriate oversight or compliance with contractual terms threatens public trust and highlights potential governance issues

Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson” We Burnt The Biscuits” Mayor Explains Lapsed Contract Due To Negligent File Keeping

Why It Matters The controversy surrounding Williamson County's budget and the management of taxpayer funds raises significant concerns about transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility within local government. The issue of Mayor Anderson's office continuing to pay Williamson Inc. under an expired contract without proper renewal or