Rate the Plates: Gov. Lee Unveils New License Plate Design Picked by Tennesseans
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee unveiled the state’s next standard license plate chosen by Tennesseans through a statewide vote. “In our 225th year of statehood, we invited Tennesseans to cast their vote and help select the state’s next license plate,” said Gov. Lee. “I’m proud to announce the winning design that will represent our unique grand divisions and […]
Consumer Alert: Cryptocurrency Pyramid Scheme
The Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) within the Office of the Tennessee Attorney General is fielding complaints about recruitment schemes offered by various Bitcoin websites. The complaints coincide with an uptick in companies claiming to use artificial intelligence and Bitcoin to maximize returns on investment. These companies offer money for every additional investor you recruit. […]
Tennessee Working to Make Childcare Easier to Find and More Affordable
The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is announcing additional steps to help parents navigate the balance of raising a family and holding down a job. Beginning October 1, 2021, TDHS will increase child care payment assistance rates by 10% across all categories of care in the Child Care Certificate Program. Under this program, the state […]
Early Detection Is the Best Protection!
While most recognize the color pink in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this October and November marks the second annual Tennessee Pink and Pearl Campaign promoting both breast and lung cancer awareness. The addition of the pearl color represents the ribbon for lung cancer awareness, which is observed in November. While breast cancer is […]
Judge Dennis “Will” Roach II Speaks On 8th Amendment To U.S. Constitution
The issue of bail reform has been in the forefront of the news in many states over the past two years. The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states, “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” That amendment deals with the issue of bail in just […]
Comptroller’s Office Studies Affordability of College Course Materials
The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability has completed a study on the affordability of course materials (e.g., print or digital textbooks, workbooks, audiovisual materials, online homework platforms, and other supplemental materials) in institutions of higher education in Tennessee. Although the cost of course materials is only one component of the cost of […]
Consumer Alert: Flooded Vehicles on the Used Car Market
The Division of Consumer Affairs in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning consumers about flood damaged vehicles that may appear in used car markets following Hurricane Ida. In the past, vehicles from hurricane impacted areas have been sold to unsuspecting consumers without proper disclosure. By law, these vehicles’ titles should indicate that they were […]
Unemployment Rates Decrease in Nearly Every Tennessee County
NASHVILLE – Unemployment rates in nearly all of Tennessee’s counties decreased in August. This marks the second consecutive month the jobless situation has improved in 93 or more of the state’s 95 counties. August unemployment rates were lower in 93 counties across the state. The rate in Williamson County remained unchanged from July at 2.6%. Unemployment […]
TDH Offering Booster Dose of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
The Tennessee Department of Health will begin offering booster doses of COVID vaccine to certain populations, beginning Friday, September 24. A single dose booster of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine can be administered for individuals who met these criteria: • People 65 years and older and residents in long-term care settings should receive a booster shot […]
Autumnal Equinox Arrives Today!
Say goodbye to Summer, because the Autumnal Equinox has just arrived! Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at 3:20 P.M. EDT in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun will cross the celestial equator (the imaginary line drawn directly up from the equator), signifying for cultures around the world that a change in seasons is upon us. For those of us […]
Jefferson County Schools Rank 14th Highest Performing In State – Covid Cases Dip 2 Consecutive Weeks
4th Judicial District Judges Election Announcement
Fourth Judicial District Circuit Judges Carter Moore, Jim Gass, Rex Henry Ogle, and Duane Slone jointly announce their candidacy for re-election in 2022. Chancellor Telford Forgety announces his intention to retire at the end of the current term. The judges serve in Cocke, Grainger, Jefferson and Sevier Counties. Forgety also serves Blount County. All are […]
Copies of the U.S. Constitution are on their way to Jefferson County Eighth Graders
Copies of the U.S. Constitution are on their way to Jefferson County Eighth Graders across the school system. Pictured from left ro right are: Michelle Walker, Supervisor of Secondary Education and Assessment; Trevor Collins, Supervisor of Data and Accountability; Tommy Arnold, Supervisor of Federal Programs and Maintenance; David Seal, 917 Society Volunteer, Kristi Waltke, Supervisor of Elementary Education. The 917 Society […]
CPI for all items rises 0.3% in August; gasoline, food, shelter among indexes rising
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 percent in August on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.5 percent in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 5.3 percent before seasonal adjustment. The indexes for gasoline, household furnishings and […]
Commissioner Gonzales Announces 2021 Bank Holiday Schedule
Bank Holiday Schedule In response to anticipated questions, this will serve as confirmation that Tennessee state-chartered banks may be closed on the following dates, in addition to federally designated holidays, provided that adequate notice is given to customers prior to the closing: · Friday, November 26, 2021 (in addition to Thursday, November 25, 2021) · Friday, December […]
Carson-Newman, Jefferson County and Jefferson City leadership recognize September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Leadership of Carson-Newman, Jefferson County and Jefferson City united in support of bringing awareness to the seriousness of suicide in Tennessee. In support of efforts by the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network, Jefferson City Mayor Mitch Cain, Carson-Newman University President Charles A. Fowler and Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts signed proclamations recognizing September as Suicide Prevention […]
