House Majority Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison announces $3.5M in grant awards for local parks
House Majority Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, today announced that $3.5 million in state funding has been awarded to the City of Newport for improvements to White Oak Park and the development of the Newport Woodland property. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will administer the funding through the Local Parks and Recreation Fund (LPRF) […]
Discover Tennessee in New Hues This Fall
Tennessee is home to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America’s most visited national park. The park welcomes approximately 12 million visitors a year – and with great reason. Notes of orange, red and yellow hues blanket more than 800 miles of trails, providing stunning views of scenic vistas, waterfalls and forest horizons. While Great Smoky Mountains […]
COMMISSIONER GONZALES ANNOUNCES MAXIMUM EFFECTIVE RATE of INTEREST
The Commissioner of Financial Institutions hereby announces that the maximum effective rate of interest per annum for home loans as set by the General Assembly in 2025, Public Chapter 290, for the month of October 2026 is 10.78 percent per annum. The maximum effective rate of interest per annum for home loans shall be set […]
TWRA Issues 2026 Labor Day Boating Report
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is pleased to report no boating-related fatalities over the Labor Day holiday weekend. The TWRA Boating and Law Enforcement Division compiled the holiday statistics after receiving reports from the Agency’s four regions. There were three injury incidents across the state, occurring on Kentucky Lake, Chickamauga, and Watts Bar reservoirs. There were […]
Panther Creek State Park Honored for Operational Excellence
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has honored Panther Creek State Park in Hamblen County with the Excellence in Operations Award as part of the Tennessee State Parks annual Awards of Excellence. “The leadership at Panther Creek State Park has focused on strengthening its people, processes and preparedness, resulting in a well-operated park […]
Rep. Andrew Farmer applauds city of New Market for receiving parks and recreation grant
State Rep. Andrew Farmer, R-Sevierville, is congratulating the city of New Market for receiving a $1,046,225 grant awarded through the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s (TDEC) Office of Outdoor Recreation. The funding was awarded through the Local Parks and Recreation Fund. The funding is part of more than $20 million in grant awards recently announced by […]
TDOT Announces No Lane Closures for Labor Day Holiday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state routes for the Labor Day holiday travel period. Construction crews will stop all lane-closure activities at noon on Friday, September 4, and resume at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8. This will provide maximum roadway capacity for motorists traveling during the […]
Labor Day Holiday Final Major Weekend of Summer Boating Season
The final major weekend of the 2026 summer boating season is approaching with the upcoming Labor Day holiday, Sept. 5-7. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is reminding all Tennesseans and its visitors to wear life jackets and boat safely and responsibly. The TWRA aims to ensure that everyone who visits the waterways has an enjoyable experience. […]
Tennessee Department of Health Announces 1st Recipients of Rural Health Transformation Program Grants
The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) today announced the initial recipients of funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), providing awards to 53 innovative projects that strengthen healthcare access, improve health outcomes, and advance the long-term sustainability of rural healthcare systems across Tennessee. “Strong rural communities are essential to Tennessee’s continued success, and access to quality healthcare […]
SafeTN App Helps Protect Students as School Year Begins
As students across Tennessee head back to school, the Department of Safety and Homeland Security is encouraging families, educators, and community members to download and use the SafeTN app — a confidential reporting tool designed to help prevent school safety threats before they escalate. The SafeTN app allows users to quickly and anonymously submit concerns […]
Tennessee Unemployment Rate Falls to Two-Year Low of 3.4%
Tennessee last month posted its lowest unemployment rate in two years, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in July was 3.4%, down one-tenth of a percentage point from the previous month and from one year ago. The last time Tennessee reported […]
Tennessee Rescue Squads Must Be Recognized and Authorized to be Eligible for Grant Funding
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) are reminding Tennessee rescue squads that they must be recognized and authorized by the Department to qualify for grant funds starting in 2027. This important change is part of the Rescue Squad Recognition Act, which was passed by the Tennessee General Assembly […]
American Legion Post 113 Donates Flags to Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools is grateful to American Legion Post 113, Jefferson City, for its donation of American flags to support schools across the district. The flags will be used to replace those in need of retirement, helping ensure that Jefferson County Schools can continue to honor the nation and those who have served while proudly […]
TN Direct Admissions Expands Statewide for Second Year, Letters Arrive in September for Students Who Apply by August 17
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced that TN Direct Admissions is underway for the Class of 2027, giving high school seniors more time and information to plan their path after high school. To receive personalized admission offers and estimated financial aid information through TN Direct Admissions, students must first complete the TN Promise application. Students who apply […]
