Tennessee

Tennessee Urges Dismissal of Lawsuit Challenging Medical Board’s Diversity Regulations

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Nashville, Tennessee – The state of Tennessee is seeking the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging its laws on diversity within medical boards. Supporters of the laws argue that they help ensure patients receive quality care from a diverse group of healthcare professionals. However, critics claim that the laws violate the constitutional rights of doctors by forcing them to disclose their demographics. Tennessee is one of several states that have enacted laws requiring medical licensing boards to include a certain level of diversity among their members. The goal of these laws is to promote equity in … Read more

Beware of Phone Scammers Impersonating Sheriff’s Deputies in Rutherford County, Tennessee

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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – Residents in Rutherford County are being warned about a recent phone scam where the callers impersonate sheriff’s deputies and threaten arrest for missing jury duty. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public to these fraudulent calls and clarifying that their deputies do not make such demands or require individuals to purchase gift cards as a means to avoid arrest. It is crucial for residents to recognize these scam calls and disregard them immediately. A local woman from Rutherford County experienced this scam firsthand when she received a call from someone … Read more