State officials say Dunavant will investigate allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse in government and other publicly-funded entities.
Category: State News
Own a Moore County historic building? TN Historic Development Grants seeking applications
Tennessee allocated nearly $5 million to renovate and preserve historic buildings like those located in the Lynchburg Historic District. Applications for those grants are now open.
TEMA encourages citizens to apply for COVID funeral assistance
According to state officials, only 34 percent of Tennesseans who qualify for the COVID Funeral Assistance Program have applied.
TEMA plans statewide tornado drill for Friday
Heads up. Friday's tornado drill will be broadcast over local TV and radio stations as well as NOAA weather radios.
Tennessee moves into next risk-based vaccine phase on Monday
Tennessee will move into the next risk-based vaccine phase on Monday. No word yet on when the vaccine will be available to all those 55 and older.
State rent relief online application portal now open for Moore County renters and landlords
Thanks to $384 million in direct federal funding, Moore County renters and landlords who have struggled during COVID-19 may now apply for rent relief.
State will lift nursing home visitation restrictions on February 28
As long as new case counts stay down, Lynchburg Nursing Center will re-open soon for visitation.
State, South Cumberland State Park seeking public input
Help South Cumberland State Park determine its priorities for the next 10 years. The deadline is Feb. 25.
Moore citizens 65 and older can now register for COVID vaccine
On Monday, Moore County will move into Phase 1b of Tennessee’s Vaccination Plan. Vaccine registration for citizens age 65 and older will also open up.
New House bill seeks to decriminalize pot
A new House Bill presented last week seeks to decriminalize possession and casual exchange of less than one ounce of marijuana.