By James Clark Counting today, there are just three shopping days left until Christmas. Depending on what time you?re reading this column, you likely have between 72 and 48 hours to make those final all-important purchases. The mention of such a countdown makes some folks cringe, and not because there?s a mad dash to the…

In recent months there has been talk of an imposed ban on trans fats, also known as partially hydrogenated oils, in restaurants throughout New York City. It is anticipated that such a ban will have a ripple effect across the country and spark other cities to sit up and take notice of the health implications…

Baby Boy Sasha Beth McMillen and Ronald Harris are the parents of a son, Jerren Eli Harris. He was born at River Park Hospital Nov. 9 weighing 7 pounds, 12 ounces. He is joined by brother, Omari Harris. He is the grandson of Sandy Frazier, Gerald McMillen and Annie Harris. Baby Boy Cameron Dishay Blevins,…

The Tennessee Arts Commission is announcing March 13 for the presentation of the Governor?s Awards in the Arts, and nominations are currently being accepted. The awards are the state?s highest honor in the arts and recognize the outstanding contributions of artists, arts organizations, volunteers, schools, educators, local government, legislators and corporate citizens. The awards will…

Eighty-eight year old Lori Smith holds her great, great-granddaughter, Cloe Hooper, recently at a family gathering at her home. Other members of the five generation family include, from left, Cindy Beacham, Nancy Pinegar and Kayla Parsley.

?CATS,? the show that revolutionized musical theatre, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary at TPAC?s Andrew Jackson Hall for only five performances, January 19-21. Andrew Lloyd Webber, the master of musical theater, is celebrating 25 years of the wonder of ?CATS,? including Nashville?s last chance to see the dynamic Broadway musical. “?CATS? is a beloved show…

STOCKSTILL MURFREESBORO ? Middle Tennessee Director of Athletics Chris Massaro announced Thursday a one-year contract extension for Head Football Coach Rick Stockstill. The first-year coach now has the maximum five years remaining on his current contract. ?I really appreciate Dr. (Sidney) McPhee and Chris (Massaro) having confidence that we are building this program the right…

By DALE STUBBLEFIELD Jones Twins Beauty Salon still sits at the top in the Gold and Silver Bowling league with 41 points this week. Holder Realty is in second place with 39.5 points and Security Federal is in third with 37. B&G Supply and Dr Pepper are tied for fourth with both teams finishing the…

PHILADELPHIA (AP) ? Allen Iverson is having one last fight with the Philadelphia 76ers as he leaves town. Now that Iverson is going to Denver, the former MVP is saying he never wanted to leave Philadelphia ? not exactly. Iverson denied on Wednesday night that he ever asked the Philadelphia 76ers for a trade, even…

Jacksonville quarterback David Garrard coughs up the football in Sunday?s 24-17 loss to the Titans. Rookie Cortland Finnegan (31) scooped up the ball and returned it for one of three Titan defensive touchdowns. NASHVILLE (AP) ? Coach Jeff Fisher is changing up the practice schedule, trying to help his Titans bounce back from their victory…