The Tennessee Department of Transportation is launching a new hotline for drivers to report potholes and other maintenance issues that may be considered roadway safety hazards
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the new hotline number is 833-TDOTFIX (836-8349). State officials said that the virtual call center operates Monday – Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. If someone calls on holidays, weekends, or after hours they can leave…
The Tennessee Department of Health is urging Tennesseans to follow important safety tips to avoid heat-related illnesses
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the heat-related Illness includes heat exhaustion which causes heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, weakness and nausea or vomiting. The most serious heat related illness is heat stroke. Heat stroke symptoms include red, dry skin, rapid pulse, dizziness, nausea and…
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation announced a precautionary fish consumption advisory due to mercury on Center Hill Reservoir in Dekalb and Putnam counties
Putnam County, TN – According to the statement, a precautionary fish consumption advisory is being issued for black bass species (largemouth, spotted, and smallmouth bass) in the reservoir. Sate officials said that pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children avoid eating the fish species included in the…
Gov. Lee, TNECD Commissioner Rolfe and Rockford Spring Company officials announced the company will invest $10.3 million and create 62 new jobs in Marshall County
Marshall County, TN – According to the statement, the company will reportedly invest $10.3 million and create 62 new jobs in Marshall County as the company locates in an existing facility at 1100 Garrett Parkway. The Illinois-based company will utilize the Lewisburg facility to serve its…
Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 8.00 percent per annum
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, the rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent over the weekly average prime loan rate of 4.00 percent as published by the Federal Reserve on June 6, 2022. State officials have announced that the rate remains…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service has awarded a $1 million grant to TDA to improve reach and resiliency of The Emergency Food Assistance Program in the state
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, The Emergency Food Assistance Program is a federal program that supplements the diets of low-income Americans by providing them with emergency food at no cost. With the benefit of this grant, the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and…
The Tennessee General Assembly has waived state registration fees for Class A and Class B motor vehicles, for renewals after July 1, 2022 and before June 30, 2023
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Class A includes motorcycles and autocycles and Class B includes passenger motor vehicles and motor homes. Officials said that the state portion of the fee that is waived under this law is $16.75 for Class A and $23.75…
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission have set the state’s hunting and trapping seasons for 2022-23
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Commission established the regulations at its June 2-3 meeting held at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Region II Ray Bell Building. Officials said that the complete hunting seasons dates and regulations will be available on their…
Gov. Lee will sign an executive order directing accountability measures for school safety and an evaluation of training for Tennessee law enforcement
Chattanooga, TN – According to the statement, this order will establish additional resources to support parents, teachers and law enforcement in improving school security practices. State officials said that Governor Lee will sign Executive Order 97 to enhance school safety across Tennessee and promote engagement…
Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Department of General Services held a grand opening for a new restaurant and visitors center at Henry Horton State Park
Marshall County, TN – According to the state officials, the 6,381-square-foot restaurant and two-story visitors center represent $8.25 million in capital improvements at the park. State officials also said that the restaurant will seat 106 people inside and 52 people outside. A 32-seat area will…