Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Tennessee Residents to Power Up Their Devices with Fire Safety in Mind
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) are joining the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to support Fire Prevention Week, which is recognized Oct. 4-10, 2026. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on the simple steps people can take […]
2027–28 FAFSA Application Open for Tennessee Students
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) today announced that the 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for all Tennessee students. Students and their families can begin applying at www.fafsa.gov. Completing the FAFSA is a required step to access a wide range of financial aid programs, including the Pell Grant, the Tennessee […]
County Commission Meets for First Voting Meeting Following Seating of the new Body
The Jefferson County Commission met for its first voting meeting following the seating of the new body on Monday, September 21, 2026. Following the appearance of several citizens and an informational executive session, elections were held to place the County Commission Chair, Vice Chair, Chaplain, and Parliamentarian. Commissioners Carmichael and Snodgrass were nominated from the […]
Tennessee Highway Safety Office Promotes Child Passenger Safety Week
The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for National Child Passenger Safety Week to remind parents and caregivers to ensure all child passengers are properly restrained to reduce the risk of injury or fatality. “Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children,” said THSO Director […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Trump Delivers Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans
President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to recognize Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations that maximize parental choices over vaccinations for their children and align three categories of childhood immunizations with scientific evidence and best practices from peer, developed countries. The Order provides recommendations that give parents more information and options when making immunization […]
American Academy of Pediatrics Issues Recommendations for Influenza Prevention and Control for 2026-27
The American Academy of Pediatrics in updated recommendations urges that all children age 6 months or older be vaccinated to prevent influenza, noting the severity of the past season that resulted in nearly 200 children’s deaths. The policy statement and technical report “Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2026-2027” will be available […]
