Douglas Lake Boating Advisory Lifted
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is lifting a boating safety advisory for Douglas Lake that has been in place for several months following flooding from Hurricane Helene. The large field of floating debris that accumulated in Douglas Lake above Dandridge was contained by a boom and has mostly dissipated onto the shoreline as crews work […]
Tennessee’s Navigate Reconnect Shows Strong Impact on Non-Traditional Students, Increasing College Enrollment Outcomes
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is pleased to announce the findings of the inaugural report on Navigate Reconnect, Tennessee’s primary college coaching and advising program for adults over 25. The study found that students who worked with a Navigate Reconnect coach, also known as “Navigators,” stayed in school or completed a technical certificate or degree […]
Tennessee AG Skrmetti Secures Nationwide Win Against Biden Administration’s Unlawful Title IX Rules
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti secured a nationwide victory today against the Biden Administration’s illegal and unconstitutional Title IX rules. The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky ruled that the U.S. Department of Education’s Title IX rules—rules that would have compromised girls’ privacy in locker rooms and bathrooms and required teachers and administrators to use […]
Help Our Feathered Friends This Winter
As winter settles over our region, it brings more than just cold temperatures and frosty mornings. For our wild birds, the season is a time of scarce resources and increased survival challenges. While the beauty of cardinals, chickadees, and finches against the snowy landscape can bring joy to many, it’s also a reminder of their […]
TDOE Releases 2023-24 Education Savings Account (ESA) Report
The Tennessee Department of Education announced significant gains in participation and academic outcomes for the state’s Education Savings Account (ESA) program, reflecting a growing demand for educational choice and flexibility. The release of the 2023-24 Tennessee Education Savings Account (ESA) report highlights the second year of the program in operation. The ESA program allows students who […]
TENNESSEE STATE PARKS TO HOST FIRST DAY HIKES TO START YEAR
Tennessee State Parks will hold First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day, with most of the 59 state parks hosting the events as part of the parks’ year-long Signature Hikes series. The free guided hikes, led by park rangers, are available for all ages and abilities. The First Day Hikes vary from easy walks to […]
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Extended in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended Disaster Unemployment Assistance available for eight Tennessee counties. These counties were impacted by severe rainfall and flash flooding caused by Tropical Storm Helene as declared in the Federal Disaster Declaration FEMA DR-4832. The deadline for applications […]
Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for December 19, 2024 – January 1, 2025
ANDERSON COUNTY, SR 62 between SR 61 and Union Valley Road: Motorists should be alert for possible temporary lane closures nightly between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. the following morning through this construction project. Motorists should be alert for workers present and use extreme caution in this area. BLOUNT COUNTY, I-140 East and […]
As 40th year winds down, mission of AMOS remains strong
The Christmas season is always a busy time for those at Appalachian Ministries of the Smokies (AMOS), but this year’s Coats for the Cold event showed why the Carson-Newman University ministry continues to be needed – 40 years after it first began. “This was the largest coat drive in our history,” said AMOS Executive Director […]
Oaths of Office Administered for Dandridge Officials
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — The Town of Dandridge marked a significant moment on December 2, 2024, as newly elected and re-elected officials took their oaths of office. The ceremony was held in the historic Town Hall, attended by community members, family, and friends eager to witness the formal swearing-in of their town leaders. Alderman George Gantte, […]
Family Tips for Enjoying the Winter Holidays
The holiday season is a time to make and share delicious food, exchange gifts and enjoy cherished traditions. But for many families, the “happiest time of the year” also means unmanageable stress. Year-end schedules are often crammed with social events that place extreme demands on our time. We may feel pressured to splurge on gifts […]
TDOT Launches Make Travel Bright Safety Sign Contest
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is excited to announce a contest to see who can come up with the best holiday travel safety message for the Dynamic Message Signs you see on the interstates. The contest gives Tennessee motorists a chance to help the department raise awareness about various safety issues and save lives. […]
Marissa King Is Jefferson County’s New Director of Veterans Affairs
Jefferson County Veteran Services has a new face at the helm. Marissa King has spent the month of November introducing herself to local veterans and their families and she is already making an impact in the very busy Veteran Service Office. King is an active member of the Tennessee National Guard where she serves as […]
Area prices rose 0.1 percent in September; up 2.1 percent over the past year
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for the South rose 0.1 percent in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. A notable decline in the gasoline index was more than offset by increases in the shelter, medical care services, and apparel indexes. (Data in this report are not seasonally adjusted. […]
Federal Assistance Deadline Extended for Individuals Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Gov. Bill Lee has announced an extension of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance (IA) program application deadline for Tennessee residents affected by Tropical Storm Helene. Survivors now have until Tuesday, January 7, 2025, to apply for federal disaster assistance. “As communities in East Tennessee continue the rebuilding process, we remain focused on […]
