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The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today welcomed Magotteaux Inc. of Pulaski as the newest member of the Tennessee Green Star Partnership.

On February 13, Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Jeff Long and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) Colonel Matt Perry welcomed the newest graduating classes of Tennessee State Troopers. The department instructed a regular 18-week trooper cadet class that exceeded the Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Commission requirements. The graduation ceremony which took place at the Hermitage Hills Baptist Church on Lebanon Pike in Nashville.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Gov. Bill Lee announced appointees to the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership, established by Executive Order 108. The Order, signed in November 2024, furthers Tennessee’s commitment to balancing economic growth, water resource management, and environmental and habitat conservation to ensure the long-term sustainability of Tennessee’s watersheds.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Feb. 12, 2025 – Discover the musical story of Tennessee from the ones who are writing it during Tennessee Songwriters Week. From January 26 through February 8, more than 1,200 songwriters performed at nearly 50 qualifying round venues across the state. Now, select artists will compete at one of seven showcase events for the chance to perform their original music at the iconic Bluebird Cafe in Nashville.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Gov. Bill Lee signed the Education Freedom Act, landmark legislation that establishes Tennessee’s first-ever universal school choice program. The Governor was joined by members of the Tennessee General Assembly and stakeholders, including dozens of Tennessee families, students and educators, to celebrate the Education Freedom Act’s passage into law with his signature.

NASHVILLE--Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced today that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 11.50 percent per annum. The rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent over the weekly average prime loan rate of 7.50 percent as published by the Federal Reserve on February 10, 2025.

NASHVILLE– The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) proudly announces the first round of grant recipients for its inaugural Fatherhood Grant Program. The grant program will invest approximately $5 million dollars in funding to support public, private, and nonprofit organizations serving fathers in East, West and Middle Tennessee.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee delivered his seventh State of the State address and presented budget and legislative priorities for the upcoming year to a joint session of the General Assembly and fellow Tennesseans.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee released the following excerpts ahead of his seventh State of the State address that will be delivered tonight at 6 p.m. CST in the House Chamber of the Tennessee State Capitol.

GREENVILLE, S.C. – The Bulgarian Air Force received its first batch of F-16 “Fighting Falcon” aircraft at Lockheed Martin's Greenville site, which serves as the production facility for the F-16, on Friday, January 31. This delivery marks a significant milestone in Bulgaria's efforts to modernize its military as a member NATO and a valued ally to the United States.

With the REAL ID Act of 2005 taking effect in three months, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, TDOSHS, is expanding access by adding 1,432 additional REAL ID-specific appointment slots per day at Driver Services Centers across the state.

Lovebirds have numerous options to enjoy Valentine’s Day Weekend at Tennessee State Parks starting Valentine’s Day, Friday, Feb. 14, including romantic getaways, dinners, hikes, and gift ideas.