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Logo signals new direction for Metro Parks department

Published: Jan 13, 2012

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Metro Parks unveiled its new logo recently signaling a new director and a new direction for the department. The new logo, donated and designed by local graphic artist Ricardo Beron, takes inspiration from several sources: the city’s iconic Parthenon, Beech trees, the Works Progress Administration, and the department’s commitment to access, sustainability and open space.

“Our new logo represents a couple of things,” said Metro Parks Director Tommy Lynch, “including our new goal to provide the very best in fiscal stewardship; our renewed commitment to providing the very best in programs, services and green...Read More


New MTA, RTA fares now in effect

Published: Jan 13, 2012

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New bus fares have gone into effect for Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) bus and AccessRide passengers and for Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) bus passengers as of Jan. 6.

The MTA Board of Directors recently approved a 10-cent...Read more


Ambassador Adefuye of Nigeria meets with Nashville Police Chief Steve Anderson

Published: Jan 13, 2012

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Nigeria's Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Ade Adefuye, recently visited Nashville, Tenn., December 1-2.

The ambassador met with state and city officials, visited educational institutions and met with the business community. He was welcomed to the state by Deputy Gov. Claude Ramsey who expressed optimism...Read more