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NASHVILLE - Join the Department of Revenue on May 30 at 9 am Central time for a free webinar to discuss Tennessee tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, the Tennessee Department of Education released statewide average scores that show historic gains in third grade reading after the launch of a new, comprehensive K-3 literacy strategy for Tennessee public schools. The department also shared multiple pathways to support student promotion to fourth grade.

DICKSON, Tenn. – More than 150 Soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 267th Military Police Company are scheduled to depart Tennessee on Sunday, May 21, on the first leg of a year-long deployment overseas.

The Tennessee State Veterinarian is confirming a case of atypical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in a cow with ties to Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee appointed Stacey Edmonson as District Attorney General for the 21st Judicial District to fill a vacancy created by the death of General Kim Helper, effective immediately.

NASHVILLE – More than 100 inmates who could be released from Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) custody in the next few months spent the day preparing for their life after prison.

NASHVILLE – The state of Tennessee experienced lower unemployment in April, according to newly released data from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). It is the second consecutive month the statewide jobless rate has dropped.

The Tennessee State Museum will commemorate Tennessee’s 227th birthday on Thursday, June 1 with free Statehood Day events starting at 10:00 a.m. and ending at 3:00 p.m. Activities include Tennessee-themed Storytime in the Children's Gallery with guests Miss Tennessee America Lauren Dickson and Miss Tennessee Cosmos Amanda Bell; a keynote lecture from the Museum's chief curator Richard White; print shop demonstrations; highlight tours; cupcakes and more. The Museum joins its neighbors at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and the Tennessee State Library & Archives in hosting free activities throughout the day.

Nashville, TN— Today, the Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN) announced 26 schools have received the Tennessee STEM/STEAM School Designation for 2023. This honor recognizes schools across the state for preparing students for postsecondary and future career success by committing to promote STEM/STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) learning for all students.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked the signing of the Teacher Paycheck Protection Act, a landmark bill that will give teachers the largest pay raise in state history and protect Tennessee teachers and taxpayers by ensuring that union membership dues are no longer collected by school districts.

HUNTSVILLE, Tenn. - The Special Investigation Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue conducted the investigation that led to the indictment and arrest of Kalab Andrew Eskew. Revenue special agents arrested Eskew, age 39, Tuesday. His bond was set at $5,000.

LEXINGTON, Tenn. – More than 150 Soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 251st Military Police Company are scheduled to depart Tennessee on Thursday, May 18, for the first leg of a year-long deployment overseas.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter and OMNICOMMANDER officials announced today the company will invest $1.3 million to expand its Brentwood, Tennessee, flagship office by hiring several key positions over the next two years.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed an executive order to advance Tennessee’s position as a national leader in nuclear energy. Executive Order 101 creates the Tennessee Nuclear Energy Advisory Council, which will seek to build upon the state’s legacy in nuclear innovation and drive continued investment to create a nuclear energy ecosystem for the future of Tennessee.