TWRA ASSESSING POTENTIAL WILDLIFE IMPACTS FROM CHANGES TO CHEROKEE DAM AERATION SYSTEM
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has announced plans to replace the current aeration system at Cherokee Dam with new turbine technology by 2026. These upgrades, designed to improve water quality downstream, may have unintended consequences for aquatic wildlife in Cherokee Reservoir — particularly Striped Bass. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is currently evaluating these […]
Sports Wagering Council Strengthens Rules, Regulations
New rules governing the sports betting industry in Tennessee are a critical advancement in the Sports Wagering Council’s (SWC) mission to preserve the public interest through a safe, regulated sports betting environment. Effective June 30, 2025, the rules revisions strengthen player protections and build on ongoing efforts to eliminate fraudulent activity by patrons on the wagering platforms. The rules also add multi-factor […]
Military Women’s Memorial Celebrates Contributions by Daughters of the American Revolution Totaling $1 Million in Support of Preserving Stories of Women Servicemembers
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Military Women’s Memorial (MWM) proudly announce that the longstanding commitment by the DAR to support MWM’s mission to honor and tell the stories of women who serve our nation has recently reached a cumulative total of $1 million in contributions to the Memorial. The […]
Knoxville women secure repeat victories at Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon races
More than 6,500 participants crossed the finish line of the 2025 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon at World’s Fair Park during the April 5-6 race weekend, including two local women who repeated their titles. Gina Rouse of Knoxville, a mother of three and Boston Marathon qualifier, took first place among women, marking her fifth time winning […]
What is Liberation Day and how does it affect me?
President Donald J. Trump has declared a national emergency to tackle unfair trade practices and restore economic sovereignty. Through reciprocal tariffs, he aims to protect U.S. industries, re-shore manufacturing, and strengthen national security. These measures address trade imbalances, reduce dependence on foreign supply chains, and promote “Made in America” to drive economic growth and safeguard […]
Tennessee Highway Safety Office Launches Operation Hands Free
On Tuesday, April 1, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), divisions of the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, partnered with Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), local law enforcement, and other traffic safety partners for “Operation Hands Free” to crack down on violators of Tennessee’s Hands-Free Law during National […]
TABC and TDMHSAS Spotlight Underage Drinking During Prom and Graduation Season
With prom and graduation season approaching, the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) and Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) are teaming up to remind teens, parents, and retailers what responsible celebration looks like. Serving alcohol to minors and underage consumption are both Class A Misdemeanors in Tennessee with potential jail time […]
TENNESSEE SUPREME COURT REJECTS RETALIATORY DISCHARGE BASED ON EXERCISE OF RIGHT TO PETITION
In a case filed in Hamilton County, the Tennessee Supreme Court today held that Tennessee law does not prohibit a private employer from firing an employee for exercising the right to petition the government granted under the Tennessee Constitution. The case began in 2021, during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Plaintiff Heather Smith was employed by […]
VITAL POLICY – Focus on Jefferson County CTE Education, Health Science
Health Care is the second fastest growing industry in the United States according to Entrepreneur, a publication that tracks industrial trends and promotes business start-ups. In fact, 23% of the upper East Tennessee regional workforce is related to or dependent on health care businesses. This consists of direct healthcare and all the supporting industries related […]
Welcome Home! NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 Back on Earth After Science Mission
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-9 completed the agency’s ninth commercial crew rotation mission to the International Space Station on Tuesday, splashing down safely in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft off the coast of Tallahassee, Florida, in the Gulf of America. NASA astronauts Nick Hague, Suni Williams, and Butch Wilmore, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, returned to Earth at 5:57 p.m. EDT. Teams aboard SpaceX […]
Budget Committee Meet For Budget Basics As Season Begins
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met Monday, March 10, 2025 for the purpose of receiving information on budget basics that they will see as they enter budget season later this month. Jefferson County Finance Director Jessica Elder presented the committee and the general public in attendance with a general budget outline including how particular monies […]
Spirit of Nations Powwow to Celebrate Tradition
In recognition of the “Celebrate Tradition” theme of the 2025 Spirit of Nations powwow, Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts has issued a proclamation declaring Saturday, March 29th, as “Celebrate Tradition” day in Jefferson County. The powwow will be held at Jefferson County High School in Dandridge, TN. Mayor Potts, wrote in the proclamation that, “The […]
Tennessee’s Unemployment Holds Steady at the Start of 2025
Unemployment in Tennessee held steady in January, matching the rate from December, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the month came in at 3.7%, while December’s rate was revised to 3.7%. In a year-to-year comparison, statewide unemployment for January went […]
TBI has issued a Silver Alert for Daisy Friddle on behalf of Morristown Police Dept.
DAISY FRIDDLE AGE: 83 MISSING: 3/3/2025 MISSING FROM: Morristown, TN HEIGHT: 5’0″ WEIGHT: 90 lbs. EYES: Hazel HAIR: Grey NCIC: M808302961 A Silver Alert has been issued on behalf of the Morristown Police Department for Daisy Friddle. Daisy is an 83-year-old white female, 5’0” tall, 90 lbs., with grey hair and hazel eyes. Daisy was […]
Important Notice: Tax Filing Extensions: Hurricane Helene Six Additional Counties
Consistent with the IRS’s decision to extend federal due dates to May 1, 2025, for those businesses located in a designated disaster area resulting from Hurricane Helene, the Department has extended the franchise and excise tax filing and payment due dates to May 1, 2025. These extensions apply to all taxpayers located in any disaster […]
