TDOT is reaching out to property owners along state routes affected by recent flooding to request right-of-way access during the rebuilding process
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the Tennessee Department of Transportation assures residents in East Tennessee that this is not a scam and that the forms they may have received are legitimate. The department is seeking temporary right-of-entry access to repair and reconstruct state…
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has deployed Mobile American Job Centers to assist residents affected by the recent flooding in Northeast Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these centers have been set up at two Multi-Agency Resource Centers in Elizabethton and Jonesborough, established by the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. The MAJCs offer displaced workers air-conditioned facilities with Wi-Fi and laptops to file for state…
Soldiers and airmen from the Tennessee National Guard continue supporting state, county, and local first responders in East Tennessee areas impacted by severe flooding following Hurricane Helene
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, focused primarily on Carter, Cocke, Greene, Johnson, Unicoi, and Washington counties, more than 450 guardsmen are providing 24-hour ground and aerial rescue and relief support. They have organized into three task forces and are conducting search and…
The Tennessee National Guard is actively supporting the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and local first responders in areas affected by severe flooding following Hurricane Helene
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials,Tennessee Guardsmen are currently providing round-the-clock ground and aerial rescue and relief support. Since the flooding began, servicemembers from the 1-230th Assault Helicopter Battalion, stationed at Knoxville’s Joint Base McGhee-Tyson and Nashville’s Berry Field, have rescued over 100…
Several Tennessee State Parks in northeast Tennessee closed due to severe weather, DEC officials say
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, four Tennessee State Parks in northeast Tennessee have been closed due to severe weather. The affected parks include Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton, Roan Mountain State Park, Rocky Fork State Park in Flag Pond, and…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, September 28, 2024, recognizing the contributions of sportsmen and women to wildlife conservation
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the National Hunting and Fishing Day was established by Congress in 1972 to honor generations of hunters and anglers for their vital role in conservation through hunting, fishing, and boating license sales. NHFD also aims to encourage participation…
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation mobile household hazardous waste collection service will visit Bedford, Montgomery, and Sullivan counties on Sept. 28
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Tennesseans are encouraged to drop off hazardous household materials, such as cleaning fluids, pesticides, and swimming pool chemicals, at designated locations. Participation is open to all residents, regardless of county. The collection sites and times are as follows: –…
Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Covington Driver Services Center will close on Sept. 27, for installation of new credentialing equipment and new self-service kiosks
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Covington Driver Services Center will close on Friday, Sept. 27 for the installation of new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks. The center is scheduled to reopen on Monday, Sept. 30. These…
The Department of General Services will move into Phase 3a of the War Memorial and Legislative Plaza Closure Plan, effective October 7, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this phase will involve closing the remainder of the block surrounding the Legislative Plaza and War Memorial buildings by extending the existing fence enclosure, which will remain in place for the duration of the project. As part…
The Tennessee Department of Revenue will host a free webinar on September 24 to discuss alcohol taxes
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the session, which will start at 9 a.m. Central Time, will reportedly focus on tax issues associated with entities that manufacture, sell, and/or distribute alcoholic beverages, including wine and beer, within Tennessee. During the webinar, Revenue staff…