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U-turn in 7th Congressional District: Mark Green Returns to Reelection Race

Issue #015

03 Mar

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

📆 List of Upcoming Events

⛈ Columbia Weather - Isolated thunderstorms with a high of 73

📰 U-turn in 7th Congressional District: Mark Green Returns to Reelection Race

📰 Tennessee Legislators Propose Bold Measures to Curb DUI Incidents

💦 Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Tennessee a Great Success

🏒 Predators Dominate Minnesota Wild, Secure Impressive Seven-Game Winning Streak

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U-turn in 7th Congressional District: Mark Green Returns to Reelection Race

In news from the district just north of Columbia… 

U.S. Rep. Mark Green, R-Clarksville, has reversed his decision to retire from Congress and will seek reelection despite announcing his strong desire to leave just two weeks ago. The unexpected turnaround follows encouragement from constituents, colleagues, and former President Donald Trump, who urged Green to reconsider. Citing a sense of duty to his country, Green expressed his commitment to running for reelection to address the border crisis. His initial retirement plan, part of a trend among high-ranking House Republicans, prompted speculation and calls from fellow Tennessee Republicans to reassess. Former Nashville Mayor Megan Barry, a Democrat, criticized Green's change of heart, asserting that he now pursues a position he claimed he didn't want, solely based on party directives.

Tennessee Legislators Propose Bold Measures to Curb DUI Incidents

Every year, drunk driving incidents take the lives of approximately 10,000 individuals in the United States, accounting for a third of all traffic-related fatalities. To combat this issue, Tennessee has introduced a legislative approach.

Named the Tennessee Prevention of Drunk Driving Act (HB 2845/SB 2636), this bill aims to curb driving under the influence through unique measures. Among its proposals are prohibiting the sale of cold, refrigerated beer by businesses and imposing limits on the number of drinks restaurants and bars can serve to patrons. Feedback from the community suggests skepticism about the bill's effectiveness in preventing drunk driving, yet many acknowledge it as a positive step forward.

Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Tennessee a Great Success

Credit: Muletown Rec

The first "Freezin' for a Reason" Polar Plunge at Muletown Rec (2/25) was a great success, raising 15k for Special Olympics Tennessee.

“We had lots of sunshine and a 54° outdoor pool, perfect for plunging, and Columbia, YOU showed up! …It was such a special day! We look forward to making this an annual event!”

Special thanks to the businesses who helped make this event possible:

Boys Scout Pack 102

King's Daughters' School

Best Buddies

McDonald's - Tony and Gina Wolfe

Predators Dominate Minnesota Wild, Secure Impressive Seven-Game Winning Streak

In a highly physical matchup on Thursday night at Bridgestone Arena, the Nashville Predators extended their season-high winning streak to seven games with a decisive 6-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild. The match showcased a high level of intensity, reflected in the 26 penalty minutes amassed by both teams during the second period, evenly split with 13 minutes for Nashville and 13 minutes for Minnesota.

Despite the heated exchanges, the Predators managed to maintain their focus and emerged victorious in a crucial contest against a fellow Central Division competitor. The win improves Nashville's season record to 34-25-2, with a home record of 16-15-0 at Bridgestone Arena.