Ben Hill

Jun 3, 2024 | newschannel5.com | Ben Hill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's one of the most fun events to kick off CMA Fest week! On Tuesday, fans can see some of their favorite artists play cornhole, for a good cause. It's the 10th annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge. It's an all-day event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. over at 6th and Peabody in SoBro.

May 30, 2024 | newschannel5.com | Ben Hill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — There's a lot of heart behind an effort to make necessities available to the people who need them. It's called "Walls of Love". These makeshift walls are erected in areas in need with necessities hung on them for people to grab them. This effort was started by a woman who was once homeless and pregnant, who says she knows what it's like to lose hope. A wall will be put up starting at 10 this morning at the corner of 3rd Avenue and James Robertson Parkway downtown.

May 29, 2024 | newschannel5.com | Ben Hill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — She is a woman on a mission to honor the formerly enslaved master distiller who taught Jack Daniel the secret to making great whiskey. Fawn Weaver was just named to Forbes' list of top Self-Made Women. She co-founded and runs Uncle Nearest down in Shelbyville as a tribute to Nearest Green. Since then, she has become one of the largest Black landowners in Tennessee and is proud to say Uncle Nearest is the fastest-growing Whiskey company in the US.

May 28, 2024 | newschannel5.com | Ben Hill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — This week beginning with Memorial Day really had me thinking about the fallen, but also wondering what resources are out there to make sure those who make it back aren't forgotten either. That's why I want to tell you about an important organization called "RecruitMilitary."It's a recruiting firm that helps veterans transition from life in uniform to working as a civilian. They help veterans build their resumes and coach them on job interviews.

May 22, 2024 | newschannel5.com | Ben Hill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Okay parents, summer is just days away and we know some of you may be dreading playing chauffeur to your kids. But for families in Williamson County, I wanted to let you know that your teen or tween can get around easier this summer!Starting today, kids ages 12 to 18 can ride Franklin Transit for half-price!That means one-way fares are just 50-cents. There are more than 100 stops, including the Rec Center, the Factory, the Galleria Mall, the Library and more.