SUMMARY: The search for 15-year-old Sebastian Rogers, missing for nine months from his Hendersonville home, remains a significant mystery in Middle Tennessee. Despite increased reward money and social media efforts reporting possible sightings, he has yet to be found. Investigators noted a person in a green hoodie seen near Sebastian the night before his disappearance, but no evidence linked them to the case. Various agencies, including Dog the Bounty Hunter’s team, have joined the search without success. As of November, the reward surpassed $200,000. Law enforcement continues to hope for leads, urging the public to remain vigilant.

The search for Sebastian Rogers has been one of the biggest mysteries of the year. Investigators have upped the reward money to find the missing teen. People have flooded social media with possible sightings. Still, Sebastian has yet to turn up as 2024 comes to a close. 

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SUMMARY: The Anderson County Rescue Squad has undergone significant changes in the past year, notably adding in-house scuba training to enhance their capabilities. The program, led by water rescue captain Jacob Cber, aims to certify members in various levels of scuba diving for effective water rescue operations. Initially comprised of just 12 members, the squad has grown to 38, with three recently graduating from basic scuba training. The squad is also planning to expand its training opportunities to the general public, with upcoming sessions scheduled for next month. More information will be available on their website, wbir.com.

Teh new training lets the squad make sure people are able to help out in some of their hardest situations.

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SUMMARY: Tennessee’s social services are struggling, leaving many mothers, especially those in low-income households, facing difficulties after the state banned abortion. Despite some improvements, such as extending Medicaid coverage, women still face a fragmented safety net. Research highlights the lack of maternal care, doctor shortages, and insufficient government nutrition programs like WIC. Nonprofits attempt to fill gaps but are hindered by limited resources and bureaucratic challenges. Critics argue that while Tennessee’s pro-life policies aim to protect families, the lack of adequate support for mothers undermines this goal. Many mothers feel unsupported and overburdened by the state’s insufficient safety nets.

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