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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Aug. 7, 2023) – Labor Day Weekend is the perfect time to experience Tennessee in all its splendor. As summer begins to fade and temperatures start to cool, this annual three-day weekend marks a time of celebration, relaxation and exploration in the state. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich history and diverse cultural offerings, Tennessee welcomes travelers with an irresistible blend of outdoor adventures, music festivals and mouthwatering culinary delights. We’ve gathered a Tennessee Top 10 list of activities and experiences for Labor Day 2023 taking place throughout the state, both in big cities and small towns. Visit tnvacation.com/calendar for more.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Correction’s (TDOC) Knoxville Community Resource Center (CRC) is teaming up with local agencies to assist justice-involved individuals.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced key leadership transitions and appointments in the Governor’s office.

NASHVILLE —There isn’t a better way to support your local farms and community than by shopping at a farmers market. Tennessee will highlight peak season during National Farmers Market Week Aug. 6-12, 2023.

Local jails in Tennessee are eligible for grants to help reduce recidivism.

TDMHSAS and the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission are kicking off back to school season with important messages about underage drinking for youth and their parents.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released his third nationwide Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recruitment video, inviting out-of-state law enforcement officers and Tennesseans to join the ranks. The renewed effort follows two successful law enforcement pitches in 2021 and 2022.

NASHVILLE, TN — As we begin the 2023-24 school year, the Tennessee Department of Education is encouraging all parents and families of students who took the TCAP in grades 3-8 and students who took end-of-course assessments to log in to the TCAP Family Portal for on-demand access to their student’s assessment results and more. The TCAP Family Portal is one of the department’s many free resources that provides districts, schools, families, legislators, and local communities with the tools to give students the best education and opportunities in the classroom and beyond.

NASHVILLE--Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced today that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 12.35 percent per annum. The rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent over the weekly average prime loan rate of 8.35 percent as published by the Federal Reserve on July 31, 2023.

[Nashville, TN] - TennCare, the state of Tennessee's Medicaid program, joins in commemorating World Breastfeeding Week by announcing the implementation of enhanced breastfeeding supports for members. This initiative, aimed at promoting maternal health and supporting breastfeeding mothers, is a significant step towards ensuring the well-being of families across the state. The new lactation supports are a part of Governor Lee’s Strong Families Initiative, which is made possible by the additional $300 million in shared savings through the TennCare III waiver.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multiple emergency response agencies, including the Tennessee National Guard, will be participating in Nashville’s 2023 Dense Urban Terrain exercise, from August 7-10. The exercise is a series of events designed to coordinate and rehearse emergency response to possible chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear attacks or disasters.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter today announced Hanon Systems will establish a new manufacturing presence in Loudon, Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee invited Tennessee families to save during the state’s three-month grocery tax suspension, starting tomorrow, August 1 through October 31.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee invited Tennessee families to save during the state’s three-month grocery tax suspension, starting tomorrow, August 1 through October 31.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – During the evening of July 27, a medical flight crew from the Tennessee Army National Guard performed an emergency air evacuation mission for an injured hiker at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.