Annual Sales Tax Holiday Happening July 26 – July 28
Save the date and save! The State of Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday weekend will take place Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28. During this holiday, Tennesseans can save nearly 10 percent on qualifying clothing, school supplies, and computers. Tennesseans can purchase clothing and school supplies tax-free if they are priced at $100 or less and […]
Tennessee Unemployment Holds Steady at Historic Low
Tennessee continues to experience record-low unemployment, according to data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The rate for June came in at 3%, which was unchanged from the all-time low unemployment rate the state recorded in May. In a year-to-year comparison, Tennessee’s June 2024 seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 […]
TDH Urges Measures To Prevent Tick and Mosquito-Borne Diseases
As Tennesseans enjoy outdoor activities this summer, the Tennessee Department of Health reminds everyone to take simple and preventive steps to avoid mosquito-borne and tick-borne diseases. ‘’Many of us are spending more time outdoors which is good for everyone, but it’s also important to take steps to protect yourself from tick and mosquito bites,’’ said […]
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Steel Warehouse Expansion into Jefferson County
JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Steel Warehouse officials announced today the company’s plans to expand in Jefferson City, locating in and retrofitting the former Footwear Industries of Tennessee building. The project plans to create more than 70 new jobs with an […]
Sen. Niceley, Rep. Faison, Rep. Farmer, & Secretary of State Hargett Announce $28,710 in TOP Grants for Jefferson Co. Libraries
Secretary of State Tre Hargett, Jefferson County Clerk Frank Herndon, Paige Bolton – Chairman of Jefferson County Library Board, Jennifer Winkler – Incoming Treasurer of Jefferson County Library Board, Tennessee State Senator Frank Niceley, Jenny Koella – Vice President of Jefferson County Library Board, Sarabeth Phillips – Director of White Pine Library, Carolyn Allen – […]
AGs Skrmetti and Coleman Lead Fight to Preserve Title IX, Student Privacy, and Fairness for Women in Education
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti and Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman urged a federal judge in Lexington, Kentucky to block the Department of Education’s radical new Title IX rule that would harm Tennessee students, families, and schools. The motion for a preliminary injunction was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of […]
TDOE Releases 2023-24 3rd Grade and 4th Grade ELA TCAP State-Level Results
Tennessee Department of Education released statewide average 3rd grade and 4th grade results for the ELA portion of the spring 2024 Tennessee Comprehensive Academic Program (TCAP) assessment. Third grade student scores remained steady as 4th grade student scores showed significant improvement, thanks to the nation-leading, comprehensive statewide literacy strategy for Tennessee public schools. “Tennessee’s strategic […]
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce New Funding for Nuclear Education
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today that the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and Roane State Community College will receive funding from Tennessee’s Nuclear Energy Fund. The institutions will use the additional dollars to support existing nuclear programs as well as develop and implement new […]
Secretary of State Tre Hargett Urges Tennesseans to Become Poll Workers for Upcoming 2024 Elections
In preparation for the Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and the Nov. 5 State and Federal General Election, Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett today urged all Tennesseans meeting eligibility requirements to consider becoming poll workers for the 2024 election cycle. “Poll workers are essential to conducting elections in Tennessee, and I hope all […]
TDOE Highlights Promotion Pathways for Students & Strong Support for Families
Tennessee Department of Education is highlighting the multiple pathways available to support 3rd and 4th grade students who may benefit from extra learning supports. Additionally, new and updated resources are available to support districts and schools as they work with families in determining the best pathway for their student. “As districts and schools begin to have essential […]
Tennessee Promise Application Deadline Extended to May 31 Due to Extraordinary FAFSA Issues
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced today the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) deadline for the Tennessee Promise scholarship program will be extended to Friday, May 31. The new deadline provides high school seniors and their families additional time to complete their FAFSA and remain eligible for the state’s tuition-free higher education program. […]
Tennessee Leads Lawsuit against EEOC’s Illegal Federal Overreach
On Thursday, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, alongside Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, led a coalition of 17 States in suing the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over its new rule mandating workplace abortion accommodations through an illegal interpretation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act of 2022 (PWFA). “Congress passed the bipartisan Pregnant Workers […]
TN AG Skrmetti Joins Coalition Demanding EPA End Its Racially Discriminatory Practices
On Tuesday, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti joined a 23-state coalition demanding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) modify existing regulations in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. These regulations consider “disparate impacts” to forward race-conscious “environmental justice” initiatives. “Federal agencies continue to pursue rules that treat people differently based solely on the color of their […]
TDOT Reminds Motorists to Work with Us – Move Over, Slow Down During National Work Zone Awareness Week April 15-19
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is joining states across the nation to ask motorists to Work with Us – move over and slow down for highway workers. TDOT will spread that message statewide during National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 15-19) to improve safety in Tennessee’s interstate and highway construction and maintenance work zones. […]
ETDD Communities Receive $2,339, 370 in funding from CDBG Grants
Congratulations to the following ETDD communities who received a cumulative $2,339,370 in funding from CDBG grants: Caryville New Market Madisonville Hamblen County Roane County ETDD staff has started working with the following communities for CDBG grants due in April. Sweetwater Union County New Tazewell Tazewell Parrottsville Harrogate Scott County ETDD staff is waiting on the approval of the […]
Boy Scouts of America Partners with Nobody Trashes Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee (NTT) litter prevention campaign is once again expanding its youth group partnerships. All six Boy Scouts of America councils serving Tennessee have joined with Nobody Trashes Tennessee to offer scouts the opportunity to earn a Nobody Trashes Tennessee patch. Boy Scouts of all ages have multiple ways to earn the […]
