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Police chief accused of being paid for conference he did not attend | Tennessee

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-07 15:15:00

SUMMARY: Monterey Police Chief Bill Randolph faces multiple charges for allegedly skipping a training conference to shop and dine with his wife. According to a report by Tennessee Comptroller Jason Mumpower, Randolph improperly had a subordinate scan attendance QR codes to falsely appear as if he attended the November 2022 event. He received $1,200 for accommodations, $275 in per diem, and reimbursement for fuel and registration fees. A grand jury indicted him on charges including theft and official misconduct. Randolph maintains he did nothing wrong but is willing to reimburse expenses. He has been suspended pending investigation.

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Alvarado echoes Trump in launching a congressional bid

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wpln.org – Tony Gonzalez – 2025-07-18 04:38:00

SUMMARY: Dr. Ralph Alvarado, Kentucky’s first Hispanic state legislator and former Republican state senator, announced his 2026 bid for Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District seat. Now Tennessee’s health commissioner, Alvarado plans to return and align with Trump’s “America First” agenda, focusing on issues like border security and fighting the “woke agenda.” The seat, held by GOP Rep. Andy Barr, is a Democratic target for the 2026 midterms. The race includes GOP challengers Ryan Dotson and Deanna Gordon, and Democrats Zach Dembo, Cherlynn Stevenson, and David Kloiber. The district blends rural GOP areas and Democratic-leaning Lexington, shaped by recent redistricting.

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A heart implant could make Tennessee’s next execution painful and prolonged. Prison officials argue they don’t have to disable the device.

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wpln.org – Catherine Sweeney – 2025-07-17 17:25:00

SUMMARY: Byron Black, scheduled for execution in Tennessee on August 5, has a heart implant—a combined pacemaker and defibrillator—that could cause severe pain by delivering shocks if triggered during lethal injection. Experts warn that the drug pentobarbital used in the execution may induce dangerous heart rhythms activating the device, causing continuous shocks. Black’s attorneys argue the device should be disabled beforehand, but state officials and medical experts claim it’s unlikely to be triggered and that any shocks would be felt in a coma state, preventing pain perception. A court ruling on this issue is expected soon.

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Catalina Created: Modern Calligraphy

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www.youtube.com – WKRN News 2 – 2025-07-17 16:19:18

SUMMARY: Catalina Created, led by Carmen, specializes in modern calligraphy for weddings, gifts, personalization, and more. Carmen discovered her passion in 2018, practicing brush lettering and creating custom pieces for friends and coworkers, which launched her business. She teaches calligraphy through Sip and Script, helping others develop their skills with brush pens. Calligraphy emphasizes thin upstrokes and thick downstrokes, creating elegant, flowing designs. Carmen offers classes locally and handles wedding invitations, signs, and place cards. To hire her, visit Catalina Created on Instagram or email CatalinaCreated@gmail.com. Calligraphy remains a popular, relaxing art perfect for special occasions and self-expression.

Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, introduce yourself to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink!

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