RCN America - Tennessee: 2025

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Soul Country Weekend Brings the Heat to Memphis

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BPIRF Hats Off With Crown Royal

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SCMS Memphis Winner Katrice Field

Iconic “Greatest Show on Dirt,” Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, took over Memphis for its 41st annual celebration, as part of the Soul Country Rodeo Weekend.

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Memphis was alive with the spirit of the West this past weekend as the iconic “Greatest Show on Dirt,” the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo (BPIR), took over the city for

Epic Pivot and Edit Media form strategic partnership to help mid-sized and large businesses thrive through uncertainty by investing in customer understanding, strategy, and innovation.

The leadership teams of Epic Pivot and Edit Media, inlcuding Michael Graber, Managing Partner of Epic Pivot, Mark Levine, President of Epic Pivot, Alexandra Shockey, President of Edit Media, and Adam Horlock, Chief Operating Officer of Edit Media

Epic Pivot and Edit Media form strategic partnership to help mid-sized and large businesses thrive by investing in strategy and innovation.

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In today's rapidly changing business environment, companies that listen deeply to their customers and turn those insights into action are the

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Rick Lance Studio is bringing new techniques to commercial voiceover work, focusing on elevating the quality of performances.

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rick Lance Studio is bringing new techniques to commercial voiceover work, focusing on elevating the quality of performances and enhancing the

Daniel Caplin, Chief Revenue Officer at EmpowerLocal

Steven Buhrman, CEO of EmpowerLocal

EmpowerLocal

EmpowerLocal, America's first nationwide network of independent, community news, sports, and lifestyle media, announced the acquisition of SponsorBooker.

Local media, particularly email newsletters, represents one of the most underutilized high-performance channels in today's advertising ecosystem.”

— Daniel Caplin, incoming Chief Revenue Officer at EmpowerLocal

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- EmpowerLocal, America's first nationwide network of independent, community news, sports, and lifestyle media, today announced the

2025 National Women in Law Enforcement Conference Underway in Nashville

Tennessee - Law enforcement professionals from across the country have assembled in Nashville for the 2025 Women in Law Enforcement Conference, taking place April 14–16 and hosted by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. The event focuses on professional development, leadership strategies, and sharing best practices for success in the field.

The conference opened today with a formal ceremony in the

French guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan

Currently on tour in China, the French superstar guitar legend launches his North American revisit June 7th in Los Angeles

Pierre is one of my favorite guitarists. He has created a new way of playing and is the king of the DADGAD tuning.”

— Michael Hedges

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Multi-award winning acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan is returning to North America for his "One

Secretary of State Tre Hargett Honors Putnam County’s Mateo Podesta as Civics Essay Contest Winner

April 15, 2025

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett recently honored Putnam County’s Mateo Podesta as a 2025 Civics Essay Contest winner.

The contest was open to all Tennessee public, charter, private school,

Secretary of State Tre Hargett Honors Bedford County’s Nico Higgs as Civics Essay Contest Winner

April 15, 2025

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett recently honored Bedford County’s Nico Higgs as a 2025 Civics Essay Contest winner.

The contest was open to all Tennessee public, charter, private school,

Secretary of State Tre Hargett Honors Washington County’s Glennon as Civics Essay Contest Winner

April 15, 2025

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett recently honored Washington County’s George Cooper Glennon as a 2025 Civics Essay Contest winner.

The contest was open to all Tennessee public, charter, private school, or

When it Comes to Security, Trooper Tara Lee is Supreme

Tennessee - Tennessee State Trooper Tara Lee joined the Capitol Protection Unit in 2016, working various posts to learn the functions and requirements of each one. One of those posts was at the Tennessee Supreme Court, and it wasn’t long before court staff realized she was someone special.

“I was told by my captain, ‘They want you over at the Supreme Court. I

The Douglas Ray Jaffe Project: No Bounds

The Douglas Ray Jaffe Project

An EP of Poetic Musical Fusion, Produced by Emmy-Nominated Craig Brandwein

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The highly anticipated Douglas Ray Jaffe Project has officially released its debut EP, a

Pupy standing in front of what was once know as the Hindu Temple of the Elephants in her ecoparque enclosure against the backdrop of the city of Buenos Aires

Pupy in her ecoparque enclosure against the backdrop of the city

Aerial view of the elephants at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, an Internationally-renowned wild habitat sanctuary and the first elephant sanctuary in all of South America

Global Sanctuary for Elephants' initial sanctuary project, Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, is an internationally-renowned wild habitat sanctuary and the first elephant sanctuary in all of South America

This is a trip that will forever transform Pupy’s life. Every mile she travels brings her closer to the life of autonomy and dignity she deserves.”

— Scott Blais, co-founder and CEO of Global Sanctuary for Elephants

BRENTWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Pupy, a female African elephant who has spent the last 30 years in the heart of Buenos Aires, has officially begun her transport to her new sanctuary home. She has left

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Join us for the 3rd annual CRE615 Changemakers Summit on April 24th at Eastside Bowl where Nashville Changemakers in commercial real estate, will share valuable career insights, life lessons and the advice they’d give their younger selves. Speakers include Rodney Chester (CEO, Gresham Smith), Elizabeth Goodwin (Sr. Managing Director, CBRE), Mark Deutschmann (Founder + Realtor, Core & The CityLiving Group) and more. Post panels, the event will conclude with a networking happy hour and complimentary bowling!

To register or learn more visit https://www.cre615.com/changemakers-2025

Arsenic Kitchen Has Relocated to Nashville to Record Upcoming Album

Lead singer of Arsenic Kitchen Lucas Fulmer in the studio reviewing drum takes

Arsenic Kitchen has committed to their upcoming album and tour by moving to Nashville Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hailing from the Phoenix desert, Arsenic Kitchen blends the nostalgic angst of early 2000s Alternative with the raw energy of

Summit Innovation Team

Summit Healthcare wins HRSA Rural Communities Opioid Resource Program’s “Innovation Tank” award.

BRENTWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- eTransX is proud to celebrate with our customer, Summit Healthcare, in winning the national HRSA Rural Communities

With 19 years of sobriety and hundreds of interventions in his career, the Recovery Advocate aligns with AAC's mission of transforming lives impacted by drug and alcohol addiction

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Addiction Centers (AAC) has named Celebrity Interventionist Mike Diamond as its new Director of Engagement and Intervention Services. Mike is best

Tennessee AG Skrmetti Seeks Dissolution of Transplant Charity for Misleading Patients About Donated Funds

NASHVILLE—Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced today that his office has filed a lawsuit in Davidson County Chancery Court seeking judicial dissolution of the National Foundation for Transplants, Inc. (NFT), a Memphis-based nonprofit that fundraised for organ transplant patients. The lawsuit follows a

Commission Approves Limestone Water Utility Rate Increase

Nashville, Tennessee—Today, Tennessee Public Utility Commission officials deliberated a petition filed by
Limestone Water Utility that sought a rate increase of $2.26 million. After

Newly Restored Historic Two Rivers Mansion Opens Doors April 27 for Free Community Open House

Logo for The Friends of Two Rivers

Step Back in Time and “Phil The House” During 15th Annual Art Exhibition

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amid a comprehensive multi-year restoration initiative, the majestic doors of Two Rivers Mansion will welcome visitors Sunday, April 27 (1:00 – 4:00 PM) for “Phil The House” - the property’s annual open house event.

Avertium is Officially MXDR Verified

Avertium's Fusion MXDR for Microsoft offering has achieved Microsoft Verified Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) solution status.

KNOXVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Avertium's Fusion MXDR for Microsoft offering has achieved Microsoft Verified Managed

Independent Restoration Services Team in Nashville, TN

Nationwide disaster restoration company delivers 24/7 emergency response and expands local service coverage to over 25 U.S. cities.

Our mission has always been to put the customer first. As we continue to expand nationwide, our goal remains the same: to restore homes, peace of mind, and communities.”

— Preston Weatherford

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Independent Restoration Services, a leader in emergency water, fire, and mold damage restoration, is proud to announce the continued expansion of

The 13th annual We Love Christian Music Awards were held April 8, 2025 in Franklin, TN.

Pictured: Host Jaci Velasquez (Photo Credit @LilyOnFilm)

Pictured: Unspoken (Photo Credit @LilyOnFilm)

Pictured: Steve Taylor accepting the Veritas Award (Photo Credit @LilyOnFilm)

Live ceremony in Franklin, TN included memorable moments, stunning performances, and a surprise award for music icon, Steve Taylor

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 13th annual We Love Christian Music Awards (www.WeLoveAwards.com) lit up Liberty Hall at The Factory in Franklin, TN, on April 8, 2025, with

Courage Under Fire Gala Speakers

Courage Under Fire helps us spread the Word of God and raise up the world's next generation by creating the right foundation to train the mind to form the soul through example and education.”

— Alissa Walsh

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Courage Under Fire Gala, a premier national event celebrating faith, education, and cultural renewal, will take place on Friday, May 23, 2025, at the Gaylord Opryland

Executive Clemency Hearings to be held April 22-23 in Nashville

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Board of Parole will conduct executive clemency hearings on Tuesday, April 22 and Wednesday, April 23 at its downtown Nashville central office, located at 500 James Robertson Parkway in the Davy Crockett Tower.

The April 22 hearings will start at 9:30 a.m. Central Time with a

Tennessee Donor Services Honors Donor Heroes, Families During Donate Life Month

NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the month of April, Tennessee Donor Services and Donate Life Tennessee celebrate Donate Life Month, paying tribute to everyone who said “yes” to giving the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue

Elizabethton Driver Services Center to Reopen after Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene

Tennessee - The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Elizabethton Driver Services Center, 1741 Hwy 19E Bypass, which closed due to the storm damage from Hurricane Helene, will reopen to the public on Monday, April 14.

The Driver Services Center will immediately resume regular business

Tennessee Department of Correction hosts Job and Resource Fair

Jackson, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Correction is hosting a Job and Resource Fair at the T.R. White Sportsplex in Jackson on April 17 to help connect community members with employment opportunities and other resources.

At the event, attendees can access resources in housing, health and

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THE FIRST SINGLE OFF DEBUT ALBUM WE MADE A FIRE PRODUCED BY THREE-TIME GRAMMY-NOMINATED NASHVILLE VETERAN KEN COOMER OF WILCO + UNCLE TUPELO OUT FALL 2025

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Just over a year since signing his first publishing deal with Banner Music and Middleground Music, Nashville-based, Lynchburg, VA native, Levi Foster releases “She’s In Richmond,” (Listen HERE) This is Foster’s first single off

Photo Credit - Stacie Huckeba

The moody and soul-baring track is the latest preview from her upcoming album Black & Gold, out June 6th via Journeyman Records.

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- British blues-rock phenom Joanne Shaw Taylor digs deep on her latest single, “Look What I’ve Become”—a haunting reflection on addiction, isolation, and the moment of choosing whether to fight or let go. The gripping new track, released today via Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records, blends minor-key blues

The Ashley Sisters "Everything Changes"

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The Ashley Sisters

The Ashley Sisters are Trailblazers Leading the Future of the Music Industry into its Girl Power Era as "Everything Changes" Hits Nashville's Music Charts

...The newest America's Sweethearts, Lauren and Marlo Ashley.”

— 98.7 KSMA-FM KISS Country’s J. Brooks on J. Brooks and the Morning Rush

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Ashley Sisters are trailblazers leading the future of the music industry into its girl power era.

The cultural shift towards female empowerment in the music industry is entering a new dawn marked by total artistic control.

Thompson-Truck Group Aquires Lee-Smith, Inc., Expanding Dealership Footprint and Sales & Service Capabilities

As we enter this new chapter, I’m confident that TTG will create exciting opportunities for both our employees and customers.”

— Less Lee, President and CEO of Lee-Smith, Inc.

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Thompson Truck Group (TTG), a division of Thompson Distribution, LLC, and a premier provider of

Data Facts Background Screening

Cerebrum Verifiable Credential Technology

Data Facts, a leading provider of background screening solutions, recently partnered with Cerebrum to offer clients Verified Identity Documentation (vID).

vID equips our clients with a seamless solution that simplifies screening and offers unprecedented reliability and trust.”

— Lisa May, Executive Vice President

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Data Facts, a leading provider of background screening solutions, recently partnered with Cerebrum to offer clients Verified Identity

Fish and Wildlife Commission Welcomes Four New Members

NASHVILLE --- The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission (TFWC) has welcomed four new members to serve as part of the 13-member governing body of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).

New appointees include Hanes Torbett of Johnson City for District 1,

Fish Art Contest Winners Announced

NASHVILLE --- The winners have been announced for the 2025 Tennessee Fish Art Contest. The contest was created by nonprofit Wildlife Forever and the state contest was hosted the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

The winners are as follows:

K-3rd Grade: 4th – 6th Grade:

1st – George Dagermangy - Franklin 1st – Preston Rivera - Cordova

2nd – Elijah Gibbs - Bartlett 2nd – Carter Moss - Hornbeak

3rd – Josiah Davis – Unaka Elementary 3rd – Lucy Simington – Chattanooga School for the Arts & Sciences

7th – 9th Grade: 10th – 12th Grade:

1st – Suzie Zhao - Brentwod 1st – Hannah Clayborn - Jamestown

2nd – Anna Arbo - LaFollette 2nd – Brayden Cranford - Hendersonville

3rd – Kayden Land – Unaka High 3rd – Jaylea Frye - Jamestown

The Wildlife Forever Art of Conservation contest series was created to inspire and connect youth to the outdoors. Entries were required to feature a wild fish in natural habitat with preference given to species native in Tennessee. The first place winners in each of the four class divisions can be seen on the Wildlife Forever Art of Conservation website here under Fish Art Contest 2025 winners.

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Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Foundation Announces Winners of the 2025 Crown Royal Hats Off $100,000 Grant

BPIRF Hats Off With Crown Royal

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Foundation Crown Royal Hats Off Grant Recipients

MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Foundation (BPIRF) is proud to announce the recipients of the Crown Royal Hats Off Grant, a $100,000 initiative aimed at empowering Black cowboys and cowgirls to pursue their passion for rodeo.

The award-winning whisky brand Crown Royal has generously provided

Flatrock Motorclub

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Luxury Garage Lofts

Resort Lofts Set to Open in the Weeks Ahead Offering Members an Elegant Retreat

We are building something truly special — an immersive world where automotive excellence meets unparalleled hospitality.”

— Rusty Bittle, Founder of Flatrock Motorclub

ROCKWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Flatrock Motorclub, an elite, best-in-class motorsports club community in Tennessee, is redefining the

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BROWNSVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bird watchers and nature enthusiasts are invited to learn about the many birds of West Tennessee during the 12th annual

Old Soul. New Sound. Rebel Roots

C.M. Jaye Music honors Larysa’s legacy with “No Other Face” and sets out to champion the kind of artists she believed in.

C.M. Jaye Music. Old Soul. New Sound. Rebel Roots”

— C.M. James

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A powerful voice silenced too soon is now echoing into eternity. C.M. Jaye Music, a new Nashville-based

Flywl Receives Top Startup Award At SIG Conference.

Awarded by a panel of industry leaders from Zillow, Sanofi, Lucid Motors, and more

Flywl showed a rare clarity of vision and an ability to execute that impressed every judge on the panel, they’re not just building software—they’re building the future of how companies buy.”

— Dawn Tiura, President & CEO of SIG

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Flywl, the company redefining how enterprises buy through cloud marketplaces, has been named the

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With 19 years of sobriety and hundreds of interventions in his career, the Recovery Advocate aligns with AAC's mission of transforming lives impacted by drug and alcohol addiction

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