05 Feb 2025

Category: Tennessee

Tennessee

CPD joined forces with the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Georgia State Patrol, HCSO and numerous other public safety agencies to launch the eighth annual “Operation Southern Slow Down” campaign

Chattanooga, TN – According to the Chattanooga Police Department officials, this initiative aims to combat speeding and raise awareness about its dangers, running from July 15 to July 21. During this period, drivers will notice increased enforcement on all roads as agencies work together to…

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GFOA awarded the State of Tennessee the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this remarkable achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, representing a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. An impartial panel judged the state’s annual comprehensive financial report to meet…

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Gov. Lee announced historic plan to replace the I-55 Bridge over the Mississippi River in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation and the State of Arkansas, marking the single-largest transportation investment in Tennessee history

Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the U.S. Department of Transportation informed Congress of a landmark federal investment of nearly $400 million that will be allocated toward half the cost of replacing the I-55 Bridge over the Mississippi River, also known as America’s…

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TDA announced the recipients of the newest cost share fund, AgTrack, which focuses on value-added and processing projects that benefit other producers or forest landowners

Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this competitive grant program awards funds to agricultural, food, and forestry businesses, as well as nonprofits, local governments, and other entities in Tennessee or those whose projects are located within the state.  The following businesses were awarded…

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The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is partnering with numerous education and community organizations statewide to launch a special FAFSA Frenzy campaign in July

Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this initiative aims to encourage and support students and families in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by August 1, a crucial step towards securing thousands of dollars in college grants and scholarships, including the…

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The East Precinct’s Investigations Unit has launched efforts to identify the individual responsible for vandalizing the rainbow crosswalk at S. 14th and Woodland Streets

Nashville, TN – According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, the rainbow crosswalk was reportedly installed just last Saturday to commemorate Pride Month. Police officials also said that surveillance footage captured the driver of a white Ford van pouring black paint over the crosswalk at 12:25…