When a question comes up in the midst of a conversation with a prospective property buyer or seller, it can be helpful to have a good source of information at your fingertips to refer them to.

In this post we are sharing some of the go-to sources of news and vital information in our local communities. This isn’t an exhaustive directory, of course, but it spotlights many of the ways we receive news, updates, and insights about goings-on throughout our area.

Local Media Outlets

The Tennessean* (Wilson County)

Nashville’s traditional morning daily newspaper, available in print and on the web, includes an online section focused on Wilson County. Of course, the paper also covers all Nashville-area news, entertainment, business, arts, sports, and more.

Chronicle of Mt. Juliet*

 A weekly and online newspaper serving Mt. Juliet and West Wilson County communities for more than 40 years. (For rack sales locations, go here.)

Lebanon Democrat*

Another well-respected newspaper, based in Lebanon and published daily in print and online.

NewsChannel5 (Wilson County News)

The Nashville-based CBS affiliate.

Wilson County Source

A hyper-local portal for news, events, and all things Mt. Juliet, Lebanon, Watertown, and other localities.          

WCTV (Wilson County Television)

Wilson County Television is the county's Public, Education and Government (PEG) channel. You can watch WCTV on TDS Telecom Channels 7 and 1007, DTC Channels 198 and 498, Charter/Spectrum Channel 198 and AT&T/U-verse Channel 99.

WKRN-2

The Nashville-based ABC affiliate.

WSMV-4 (Wilson County)

The Nashville-based NBC affiliate.

WZTV-Fox

The Nashville-based Fox affiliate.

Area Radio Stations Featuring News / Talk Include WANT FM and WCOR AM.

Area News & Info Social Media Accounts

When you're looking for updates, event details, and other local scoops, hopping on social media can be a fast way to find what you need. Here are links to a few of the many helpful Facebook accounts in our area (many of these pages are linked with their Instagram feeds as well):

Chronicle of Mt. Juliet

Lebanon Democrat

Lebanon/Wilson County Chamber of Commerce

Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce

Mt. Juliet-Wilson County Public Library

Watertown Express

Watertown & East Wilson Chamber of Commerce

Wilson County Emergency Management Agency

Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
City of Lebanon

City of Mt. Juliet

City of Watertown

EMTAR’s Brick-and-Mortar, Web, and Social Media Presence

In closing, of course we aim to provide as much info for our members as possible through our own regularly updated Association resources. Always feel free to give us a call at (615) 758-9851 anytime or to stop by our office at 2588 N. Mt. Juliet Road. You’ll also find us at the following links.

EMTAR home page

EMTAR member benefits

EMTAR CE course registration page

EMTAR news releases

EMTAR Facebook page

EMTAR Instagram feed

EMTAR X (Twitter) feed

*Some of these news outlets require a subscription to access certain articles and stories.

About EMTAR: Chartered in 1969, our Association’s 1,200+ REALTORS® are a proud part of the 36,000+ members of Tennessee REALTORS® and of the 1.5 million+ members of NAR, all working to serve the public and protect the rights of America’s property owners. EMTAR members are known not only for their unmatched real estate excellence and high ethical standards, but also for being generous, hospitable, others-focused, loyal, hardworking, and eager to help wherever and whenever help is needed.