The Tennessee Department of Agriculture has announced the latest recipients of the Tennessee Urban Farm and Forestry cost share program
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, this funding aims to boost production for small farming and forestry businesses while increasing access to nutritious food in Tennessee’s urban areas. For this round of TUFF funding, TDA received 19 applications, with funding requests totaling over…
Clarksville Fire Rescue crews responded to an incident where a vehicle crashed into a home
Clarksville, TN – According to the officials, this unfortunate incident occurred in the 3300 block of Summerfield Drive. Battalion 3 teams from Stations 7, 10, and 1 were dispatched to the scene. The homeowner was present but uninjured during the incident. The vehicle had run into…
The motorcyclist involved in crash on Ted Crozier Sr Blvd at Weatherly Dr succumbed to his injuries, police say
Clarksville, TN – According to the police officials, the fatal accident occurred at approximately 9:23 p.m. last night. The Clarksville Police Department has stated that the victim’s name will not be released until they can confirm that the next of kin have been properly notified….
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…
Clarksville Police Department asks the public’s assistance in locating a runaway juvenile
Clarksville, TN – According to the police officials, the teen, 14-year-old Jace, was last observed at his residence on Fort Campbell Boulevard on July 2, 2024. Jace, described as 5’6” tall, approximately 165 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, was reported missing. Authorities urged…
Volunteer Tennessee will provide $8 million in AmeriCorps grant funding for the 2024-25 period, these grants will empower more than 830 AmeriCorps members across Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these grants will empower more than 830 AmeriCorps members in Tennessee. Each program recruits members dedicated to tackling critical challenges within the state, including providing tutoring and mentoring for students, delivering health services, restoring the environment, increasing…
TDA’s Pick Tennessee Products program has partnered with Homegrown By Heroes to better promote agricultural products produced by Tennessee farmer veterans
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, Homegrown By Heroes is the official U.S. military veteran branding program, certifying ranchers, farmers, and fishermen from all military branches to sell their products as veteran-owned and produced. Administered by the National Farmer Veteran Coalition, this initiative helps veteran…
TWRA highlights dangers of boating under the influence during Operation Dry Water
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, TWRA is actively participating in Operation Dry Water, a nationwide campaign focused on preventing boating under the influence. This initiative, which runs year-round, ramps up its enforcement and awareness efforts annually around the July 4th holiday. With…
The Tennessee DOHR has unveiled its new mission, vision, and values aimed at enhancing efforts to attract, grow, and retain top talent for the state government
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the following MissionVisionValue statements were crafted to direct the department’s efforts in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent for Tennessee State Government: Mission: Guiding “people solutions” to attract, grow, and keep top talent. Vision: For Tennessee State…
Tennessee hit a record low for statewide unemployment last month, with a seasonally adjusted rate dropping to 3% for the first time
Chattanooga, TN – According to the latest county unemployment data from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, all 95 counties in the state reported unemployment rates at or below 4.4% during the same period. Eighty-six counties experienced slight increases in their unemployment rates in…