The Tennessee Higher Education Commission announced the receipt of a $35 million GEAR UP grant from the U.S. Department of Education
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the seven-year grant, which will run from September 2024 through September 2031, is aimed at enhancing college readiness and success for students in Tennessee, particularly those from underserved and at-risk communities. Administered by THEC, the GEAR UP…
Public access to Franklin State Forest in Franklin and Marion Counties reopened today, following a temporary closure prompted by vandalism and theft of state-owned equipment
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the closure had been initiated to support an ongoing investigation into significant vandalism and theft involving state-owned equipment. Between July 10-14, 2024, five Tennessee Division of Forestry (TDF) bulldozers, along with a transport truck and trailer, were…
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission unanimously approved the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s operational budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, which will commence in July 2025
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the decision was made during the Commission’s August meeting, held at the Tennessee Farm Bureau headquarters for the first time since May 2000. In addition to approving the budget, the Commission received an overview of a newly…
Overall improvement in employment across Tennessee, according to a report from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the July employment report from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development indicates an overall improvement in employment across the state. Out of 95 counties, 77 reported a decrease in unemployment rates from June, eight maintained…
Tennessee residents will have the opportunity to hunt without a license on Saturday, August 24, aligning with the opening day of squirrel season
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has designated this day as Free Hunting Day to promote interest in hunting and introduce new participants to the sport. Free Hunting Day is an annual initiative by the TWRA aimed at…
Seven Tennessee Army National Guardsmen were commissioned as U.S. Army 2nd Lieutenants during a special ceremony at Smyrna’s Volunteer Training Site
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, on Sunday, seven Tennessee Army National Guardsmen were commissioned as U.S. Army 2nd Lieutenants during a special ceremony at Smyrna’s Volunteer Training Site. The newly commissioned officers graduated from the Tennessee National Guard’s 18-month-long Officer Candidate School…
Soldiers, airmen, and supporters celebrated the Tennessee National Guard’s 250th birthday at Nashville’s Joint Force Headquarters
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the event honored the Guard’s long-standing history, accomplishments, and contributions to the state and nation over the past two and a half centuries. Maj. Gen. Warner Ross, Tennessee’s Adjutant General, and Command Sgt. Maj. Dale Crockett, Tennessee’s…
Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner announced that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 12.50 percent per annum
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 12.50 percent per annum. This rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent above the…
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Tullahoma Driver Services Center will reopen to the public on Monday, August 19, following a planned remodel that began in June
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Tullahoma Driver Services Center, located at 307 Industrial Boulevard, will reopen to the public on Monday, August 19, following a planned remodel that began in June. The newly refurbished center…
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture announced the return of the Pick Tennessee Products Experience at the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair for 2024
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, fairgoers can purchase a variety of Tennessee-made goods, including foods, beverages, spreads, soaps, and wood products at the Pick Tennessee Store. The Pick Tennessee Products Experience will feature daily agricultural demonstrations suitable for all ages. Attendees can…