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…
Governor Lee announced new commissioner for the Department of General Services
Chattanooga, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of Matt Van Epps as the new commissioner for the Tennessee Department of General Services, effective October 1. Van Epps will take over from Christi Branscom, who is stepping down on September 30 after…
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission is set to return to Paris Landing State Park Lodge for a one-day meeting on Friday, September 20
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, during the session, which will start at 9 a.m., a new video titled “Safe Boating Near Locks and Dams” will be presented. This video, produced by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) in collaboration with the Tennessee…
Several Department of Safety and Homeland Security Driver Services locations in Middle Tennessee will close next week for a one-day installation of new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, several Department of Safety and Homeland Security Driver Services locations in Middle Tennessee will close next week for a one-day installation of new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks. City officials announced the following closures: Nashville/Hickory Hollow Driver…
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced the appointment of three individuals to key judicial positions across the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the appointees are: Adrienne Waters Ogle Currently a partner at Green, Waters Ogle and McCarter Law Firm and a Magistrate for Sevier County Juvenile Court, Ogle has been appointed to the 4th Judicial District Circuit Court, which…
TWRA announced that the application period for the 2024 Early Season Wildlife Management Area Waterfowl Hunt is open from Sept. 25 through Oct. 15
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, applications can be submitted online through the TWRA website, mobile app, regional offices, or any TWRA license agent. Mailed applications are not accepted. Applicants must be at least 16 years old, and detailed instructions, hunt locations, and…
Tennessee State Parks will join First Lady Maria Lee’s Tennessee Serves initiative from Sept. 19-29, hosting volunteer events at parks statewide
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, these events will align with National Public Lands Day on Sept. 28, offering opportunities for Tennesseans to contribute to conservation efforts. First Lady Lee invited residents to support her mission to enhance the state through service, with…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reported no boating-related fatalities for the third consecutive year over the Labor Day holiday period
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reported no boating-related fatalities for the third consecutive year over the Labor Day holiday period from Aug. 31 to Sept. 2. There were two minor injury incidents on Chickamauga Lake and Dale Hollow…
Suspected drunk driver rear-ended MNPD patrol car on I-40, two DUI arrests made
Nashville, TN – Per reports, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department shared that a suspected drunk driver rear-ended an MNPD patrol car on I-40 East near Briley Parkway last night. The officer was responding to a crash involving another suspected drunk driver when the patrol car…