STATE ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS | TDEC will host two virtual grant writing workshops to assist local governments in applying for parks and rec grants in 2024.
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State seeks nominations for environmental award
Do you know a Moore County business, farmer, or landowner who is committed to preserving the state's natural resources? The state is looking for Environmental Stewardship Award nominees.
Don’t rake those leaves, UT experts say
Raking fallen leaves in the fall has long been a routine task for many, but experts say it's more beneficial to leave them be.
Local officials now required to allow public comment at all Metro meetings
Changes to Tennessee's Open Meeting Laws now require local governing bodies like the Metro Council to allow public comments at every meeting.
“Body Farm” director visits MTSU for April 13 forensic science lecture
STATE NEWS | The University of Tennessee's Body Farm is the world’s first outdoor laboratory for research in human decomposition. Its director, Dawnie Steadman, will lecture at MTSU on April 13. It's open to the public.
Kidman, Urban make donation to Vandy Breast Cancer Clinical Trials
She watched her mother battle breast cancer as a teenager. Now Nashville resident Nicole Kidman and her husband, Keith Urban, make donations to support breast cancer research at Vanderbilt-Ingram.
State: Keep Scammers Out of the Driver’s Seat When Buying a Vehicle with Tax Refunds
It's tax refund season. The State of Tennessee reminds locals to be wary of can't-miss car deals an unscrupulous auto scammer.
TN Tech innovates with drone farming
Moore County's next generation of farmers can learn about drone farming and other ag innovations at Tennessee Tech.
Flu Season Came Early, Hit Hard in TN
Flu season came a month early this year in Tennessee and hit hard, disproportionately affecting children, according to state officials.
State seeks Tennessee History Book Award nominees
Are you an author or do you know an author who published a historical book in 2022? Nominations for the Tennessee History Book Award are now open.