Tide Loads for Hope trucks are coming to Nashville on Wednesday, May 12.
The Tide staff will literally wash, dry,and fold clothes for people who need it.
Contact Tide at 800-879-8433 (press 0 for operator).
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Friday, May 7, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Antioch firm hosts job fair for post-flood workers Thursday
Advantage Staffing in Antioch is hosting a Job Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursday, May 6, looking for workers to help with flood clean-up and general construction.
They estimating that 250-300 workers are needed.
The office is at 2411 Edge O’ Lake Drive in Antioch
For more information, call 615-360-5660
They estimating that 250-300 workers are needed.
The office is at 2411 Edge O’ Lake Drive in Antioch
For more information, call 615-360-5660
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Help for you!
If anyone received any damage from the rains please send an email to
Also, I do recommend you take pictures of any damage caused by the rains!
If you do not have a camera I will be more then happy to come and take photos for
you!
Thanks,
Mindy
Monday, May 3, 2010
Davidson County Election Postponed Two Weeks
The commission discussed the pros and cons of postponing the vote.
Nearly 500 voting machines had already been delivered to voting sites across Davidson County. The machines will need to be taken back to election headquarters to be reprogrammed.
Staff said it will be necessary especially since some polling sites are under water and machines are likely damaged.
Davidson County Election Commission
They said with so many people dealing with flooding, Tuesday is not the time to ask voters to go to the polls, and the candidates agree.
The commission voted to setup six additional voting sites that will serve as backup just in case the original sites are not yet open.
Nearly 500 voting machines had already been delivered to voting sites across Davidson County. The machines will need to be taken back to election headquarters to be reprogrammed.
Staff said it will be necessary especially since some polling sites are under water and machines are likely damaged.
Davidson County Election Commission
They said with so many people dealing with flooding, Tuesday is not the time to ask voters to go to the polls, and the candidates agree.
The commission voted to setup six additional voting sites that will serve as backup just in case the original sites are not yet open.
Nashville Officials Give Update On Flooding
Channel 5 News
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The death toll continues to rise across Tennessee, and there is a strong warning out when it comes to water consumption in Davidson County.
NewsChannel 5 has learned that 12 people have died in Tennessee, and six of those deaths are from Davidson County.
"Two of them were in a home. Two of them were in a vehicle. Two of them were persons in their street or their backyard," said Metro police chief Ronal Serpas.
Officials warn the danger is not over. The Cumberland River reached its peak, more than 51 feet, at noon on Monday. The dangerous waters are not expected to go down anytime soon.
"The National Weather Service advises us that flooding is expected to happen again today. The river isn't expected to go below 50 feet for the next 24 hours," said Metro Mayor Karl Dean.
With lingering high waters, one of the two water treatment facilities remains under water.
"The water is safe. The water quality is confirmed to be proper. I have seen it with my own eyes. I need every citizen in Nashville to decrease their water usage by one-half. We've got one-half of the plant capacity. I need everyone to use one-half of the water they would normally use, if everyone does this - we will be able to get through this crisis satisfactorily. If we don't do that - we will have a problem," said Scott Potter with the Metro Water Services.
If residents do not heed the warning - it could lead to contaminated water.
Crews also started checking out the damage to Metro Buildings.
"The Frederic Douglas Head Start facility, the juvenile justice center and the Old Hickory library have significant damage. I visited the juvenile justice center this [Monday] morning and the water is probably waist high," said Dean.
First Avenue, the Riverfront and Metro Center remain underwater. There are also 23 Metro schools dealing with significant water damage, leading some to wonder when class will be back in session.
"Principals are in the buildings, as well as custodial staff, and we will be ready to open when power is back on and the roads are clear," said Metro schools director Dr. Jesse Register.
When it comes to assessing the damage, it's still too early to tell how many homes and businesses have been damaged, or destroyed in Davidson County.
Governor Phil Bredesen has been checking out the damage by helicopter.
At last check, some 14,000 thousand people in Davidson County are still without power. Bellevue and Antioch are the two areas that have the most homes without power.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The death toll continues to rise across Tennessee, and there is a strong warning out when it comes to water consumption in Davidson County.
NewsChannel 5 has learned that 12 people have died in Tennessee, and six of those deaths are from Davidson County.
"Two of them were in a home. Two of them were in a vehicle. Two of them were persons in their street or their backyard," said Metro police chief Ronal Serpas.
Officials warn the danger is not over. The Cumberland River reached its peak, more than 51 feet, at noon on Monday. The dangerous waters are not expected to go down anytime soon.
"The National Weather Service advises us that flooding is expected to happen again today. The river isn't expected to go below 50 feet for the next 24 hours," said Metro Mayor Karl Dean.
With lingering high waters, one of the two water treatment facilities remains under water.
"The water is safe. The water quality is confirmed to be proper. I have seen it with my own eyes. I need every citizen in Nashville to decrease their water usage by one-half. We've got one-half of the plant capacity. I need everyone to use one-half of the water they would normally use, if everyone does this - we will be able to get through this crisis satisfactorily. If we don't do that - we will have a problem," said Scott Potter with the Metro Water Services.
If residents do not heed the warning - it could lead to contaminated water.
Crews also started checking out the damage to Metro Buildings.
"The Frederic Douglas Head Start facility, the juvenile justice center and the Old Hickory library have significant damage. I visited the juvenile justice center this [Monday] morning and the water is probably waist high," said Dean.
First Avenue, the Riverfront and Metro Center remain underwater. There are also 23 Metro schools dealing with significant water damage, leading some to wonder when class will be back in session.
"Principals are in the buildings, as well as custodial staff, and we will be ready to open when power is back on and the roads are clear," said Metro schools director Dr. Jesse Register.
When it comes to assessing the damage, it's still too early to tell how many homes and businesses have been damaged, or destroyed in Davidson County.
Governor Phil Bredesen has been checking out the damage by helicopter.
At last check, some 14,000 thousand people in Davidson County are still without power. Bellevue and Antioch are the two areas that have the most homes without power.
Flood Causes Damage To Opryland Hotel
Channel 5 News
Posted: May 02, 2010 9:12 PM CDT
Updated: May 03, 2010 3:44 PM CDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Flooding caused millions of dollars worth of damage to the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Flood waters reached as high as 10 feet in some parts of the building.
Officials said it could be months before the resort is open again.
As the Cumberland River rose Sunday night, operating officials at Opryland Hotel took precautions. They moved all guests to the Presidential Ballroom first, and then began evacuating people to McGavock High School.
Guests were given blankets and pillows, and many had to sleep on the floor.
Opryland spokeswoman Kim Keelor said the hotel guests' safety was the most important thing to consider.
Resort officials established a command post and started to move guests to other places.
"We've been without electricity most of the day on and off, and we started turning away all of our guests who were checking in today," said Keelor.
Keelor said all of the hotels in Nashville were booked, so they were having some challenges finding places to take Opryland guests.
Posted: May 02, 2010 9:12 PM CDT
Updated: May 03, 2010 3:44 PM CDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Flooding caused millions of dollars worth of damage to the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Flood waters reached as high as 10 feet in some parts of the building.
Officials said it could be months before the resort is open again.
As the Cumberland River rose Sunday night, operating officials at Opryland Hotel took precautions. They moved all guests to the Presidential Ballroom first, and then began evacuating people to McGavock High School.
Guests were given blankets and pillows, and many had to sleep on the floor.
Opryland spokeswoman Kim Keelor said the hotel guests' safety was the most important thing to consider.
Resort officials established a command post and started to move guests to other places.
"We've been without electricity most of the day on and off, and we started turning away all of our guests who were checking in today," said Keelor.
Keelor said all of the hotels in Nashville were booked, so they were having some challenges finding places to take Opryland guests.
Metro Schools Closed Tuesday
Channel 5 News
Posted: May 03, 2010 4:19 PM CDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The roads and flooding are still a major concern for local school districts across the mid-state causing some counties to cancel school.
Davidson County has joined the list and closed schools for Tuesday.
"Principals are in the buildings, as well as custodial staff, and we will be ready to open when power is back on and the roads are clear," said Metro Schools director Dr. Jesse Register.
According to the Metro Schools website, approximately 50 schools have reported damage, mostly minor. Six of those schools have more significant damage.
They reported most damage has been repaired or will be repaired soon.
Posted: May 03, 2010 4:19 PM CDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The roads and flooding are still a major concern for local school districts across the mid-state causing some counties to cancel school.
Davidson County has joined the list and closed schools for Tuesday.
"Principals are in the buildings, as well as custodial staff, and we will be ready to open when power is back on and the roads are clear," said Metro Schools director Dr. Jesse Register.
According to the Metro Schools website, approximately 50 schools have reported damage, mostly minor. Six of those schools have more significant damage.
They reported most damage has been repaired or will be repaired soon.
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