Applications for low-income energy assistance open on November 1, but state officials say the program is paused until the federal government shutdown ends.
May 25, 2026
Category: State News
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Lynchburg could someday hear a bird long thought gone
Though the first red-cockaded woodpecker release site is Savage Gulf on the Cumberland Plateau, TWRA says the goal is to restore the kind of open pine habitat that once covered much of southern Middle Tennessee – including the ridgelines and farm edges around Moore County.
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Don’t forget to push clocks back this weekend
The clocks move back this weekend and in the South, Daylight Savings Time can create friction where sunrise and evening hours matter deeply for daily life. Cows don't care what time it is.
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State looking for volunteer nominees from Moore County
Know a Moore County volunteer and community leader who deserves recognition? The Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards is looking for nominations.
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TN State Parks add accessible paddling launches
Five Tennessee State Parks recently opened new accessible paddling launches for those with special needs.
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Ag Cost Share application deadline happens Sept .30
Are you a local farmer with big dreams? Then the state's AgTrack Program might just be for you. The deadline to apply for the latest round of funding is September 30. The next deadline will be December 31.
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State will collect household hazardous waste with Saturday
Got household hazardous waste? You can take it to Coffee County this weekend.
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TWRA confirms hemorrhagic disease in deer in Franklin and Giles counties
Attention Moore County Deer Hunters: On Monday, the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency confirmed a recent increase in hemorrhagic disease in White-Tailed Deer in Middle Tennessee including Franklin and Giles counties.
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MTSU students and alumni team up for Music City Run for Dyslexia on Sept. 27
Does someone in your family suffer from dyslexia? If you are an MTSU student or alumni, they need you to join their team for the annual Music City Run for Dyslexia on September 27.
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Tennessee Free Hunting Day happens Saturday
Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. Squirrel season starts on Saturday and you can hunt without a license thanks to the TWRA's Free Hunting Day, August 23.