Grant funding provided by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is set to empower twelve Tennessee communities to enrich their green spaces
Chattanooga, TN – Heather Slayton, the State Forester, emphasized the pivotal role trees play in our lives, offering indispensable environmental, health, and economic benefits to all communities. She underscored the significance of this funding, ensuring that these benefits are accessible across Tennessee. The program aims…
PoIice officer, acting on his own accord, armed himself with his personal handgun before he abducted a man and shot him in the head; indicted
Memphis, TN – According to the court documents, the 32-year-old now ex-policeman, later identified as Patrick, reportedly abducted 30-year-old man, Robert, from his apartment. The defendant then took the 30-year-old man to his official police vehicle where he killed him. Last week, the 32-year-old defendant…
The Tennessee Department of Human Services announced for the first time the opening of applications for its highly-anticipated Fatherhood Grant Program
Chattanooga, TN – State officials have announced a grant program aimed at supporting on-the-ground service providers dedicated to impacting fathers or offering fatherhood-related programs throughout Tennessee communities. This initiative will see the Department investing approximately $10 million to aid public, private, and non-profit organizations directly…
Father broke into his baby’s mom’s home, then stabbed the woman and his newborn son to death because he wanted to avoid paying child support; sentenced
According to the court documents, the 25-year-old dad from Tennessee, later identified as Ennoch, was found guilty on first-degree murder (two counts) for killing his baby and the baby’s 32-year-old mom. Last week, judge sentenced the 25-year-old defendant to two life sentences, which will be…
The TDHS has announced a special arrangement for customers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program following the early May issuance payment on April 20, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, for June 2024, benefits will be divided into two payments for those who received their May benefits early. This adjustment ensures that Tennessee families receive the necessary assistance in light of the early issuance of May benefits….
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of the Director of the Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Training Academy at Cockrill Bend in Nashville, effective July 1st
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Gov. Lee expressed confidence in Dale’s leadership abilities, citing his extensive experience in ensuring the safety of Tennessee communities. Gov. Lee emphasized Dale’s suitability for overseeing MALETA, highlighting the importance of enhancing training and resources for law…
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission has announced an extension of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid deadline for the Tennessee Promise scholarship program
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the new deadline, set for Friday, May 31, aims to provide high school seniors and their families with additional time to complete their FAFSA applications and maintain eligibility for the state’s tuition-free higher education program. The Tennessee…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is actively participating in the 2024 National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 18th to May 24th
Chattanooga, TN – State officials released a statement, saying that this initiative serves as a timely reminder for all boaters to refresh their boating safety knowledge and prepare for the upcoming boating season. National Safe Boating Week marks the beginning of the annual Safe Boating…
The Tennessee Military Department, in collaboration with several state and local agencies, is embarking on an emergency response exercise spanning from May 15 to May 19, entitled “Tennessee Maneuvers 2024
Chattanooga, TN – State officials released a statement, saying that this exercise will unfold across various counties, including Bradley, Coffee, Davidson, Gibson, Hamilton, Hawkins, Knox, Loudon, Madison, Maury, McMinn, Rhea, Rutherford, Sullivan, and Wilson. Multiple police and fire departments are slated to partake in the…
The Tennessee Highway Safety Office has disclosed the findings of its yearly roadside observational survey aimed at determining the state’s average seat belt usage rate
Chattanooga, TN – According to the survey, Tennessee boasts a statewide seat belt usage rate of 92 percent for 2023. This marks a notable increase of approximately 1.5 percent from the 2022 survey result of 90.5 percent, making it the highest annual seat belt usage…