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When flash flooding struck Middle Tennessee this spring, first responders in Macon County acted swiftly to protect their community — including evacuating nursing home residents to safety. This week, News 2 Gives Back visited Red Boiling Springs to say thank you with a warm lunch and heartfelt conversation. Meteorologist Marcus Bagwell spoke with Emergency Management Director Don Stevens, Fire Chief Randall Bray, and Palace Maintenance Director Darrell Braswell about the heroic efforts behind the rescue. News 2 Gives Back is proudly presented by Nashville Subaru in partnership with Twice Daily. https://lnkd.in/dK6jnhwR

Celebrating 40 years of extraordinary service! This week's News 2 Gives Back took us to Rutherford County, where Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Chief Mark McCluskey was honored for four decades of dedication as a firefighter. We were proud to deliver lunch and sit down with Chief McCluskey to reflect on his remarkable career. News 2 Gives Back is proudly presented by Nashville Subaru in partnership with Twice Daily. https://lnkd.in/gvavk9ju

Through winter storms, flooding, and even tornadoes, TDOT crews are always out there keeping Tennessee roads safe. This season has been especially challenging, so News 2 Gives Back stopped by Columbia to thank the hardworking District 38 maintenance crew with lunch and appreciation. Big thanks to Jay Norris, Region 3 Director, for sharing TDOT’s ongoing efforts with Meteorologist Marcus Bagwell. Presented by Nashville Subaru in partnership with Twice Daily. https://lnkd.in/gWk_snHH

Ashland City firefighters jumped into action last week to rescue a horse stuck in an old lakebed in Cheatham County. To thank them, our News 2 Gives Back team delivered lunch and chatted with Firefighter Blaine Higgins about the heroic rescue. Presented by Nashville Subaru and Twice Daily. https://lnkd.in/gduhEA_T

Subaru of Dayton congratulates Heather Salazar and Harman Kaur as the recipients of the inaugural ATHENA Leadership & Youth Leadership Awards of Dayton! Thank you to all our nominees and community leaders for attending the ATHENA Leadership Awards of Dayton celebration and afternoon tea.

Even though Trousdale County is the smallest in Tennessee, they’re always doing big things! 🌟 This week, News 2 Gives Back is shining a spotlight on the Trousdale County Sheriff’s Department. The team brought lunch to deputies in Hartsville, and Meteorologist Marcus Bagwell got to chat with Sheriff Ray Russell. 💙 Big thanks to Nashville Subaru and Twice Daily for making this happen!

Honoring the heroes of Smith County! 🚔🚒 The #News2GivesBack team visited the Smith County Sheriff's Office to thank the first responders who carried out a daring water rescue last September. 💙👏 Special thanks to Sheriff Steve Hopper for sharing their story. Presented by @NashvilleSubaru in partnership with @TwiceDaily.

With grocery prices on the rise, many Middle Tennessee families are turning to The Well Outreach for support. This faith-based nonprofit in Maury County provides two special food pantries—plus so much more—to help families in need. That’s why we’re proud to recognize The Well Outreach as our News 2 Gives Back Hometown Hero for January, presented by Nashville Subaru! 💙

Honoring Our Heroes on Police Appreciation Day! 💙 On Thursday, January 9, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the News 2 team visited police departments and sheriff’s offices across Middle Tennessee to recognize the amazing officers who serve our communities every day. We started at the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, then stopped by the Franklin, Brentwood, and Nolensville Police Departments. Lunch was served to the team at the Mt. Juliet Police Department, followed by visits to the Metro Nashville and Murfreesboro Police Departments. We also spent time with the Cheatham County and Dickson County Sheriff’s Offices. Thank you to all law enforcement officers for your dedication and hard work!

Thank You, First Responders! The News 2 Gives Back team visited Baxter in Putnam County to honor the first responders who worked during the tragic house collapse last November. We brought lunch to thank these heroes for their hard work. Meteorologist Marcus Bagwell also spoke with Putnam County EMA Director Brandon Smith about their efforts during the emergency. We are so grateful for all you do! 💙 News 2 Gives Back is presented by Nashville Subaru, with support from Twice Daily. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/42ejEPC