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Six local school districts awarded TN Perkins Reserve Grants for CTE expansion
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) has awarded more than $2.6 million to school systems across the state to expand their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and courses. According to a news release on Wednesday from the TDOE, the Perkins Reserve Grant (PRG) funds were given to 55 school districts […]
Dry skies, high buys: Firework safety ignites concerns as sales soar in Tennessee, Georgia
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — America celebrates its 248th birthday on Thursday, and while the day is sure to end with a bang, authorities are also hoping it doesn't end with a wildfire. The Tennessee Division of Forestry is reminding residents that dry land can be dangerous. According to the Climate...
AAA offering free towing service to prevent drinking and driving during Fourth of July holiday
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — People across Tennessee can call a tow truck and safely return home during the Fourth of July holiday after AAA said it would start offering its free "Tow to Go" program. Through the program, people can reach out to AAA and ask for a tow truck....
Tennessee school safety laws began July 1
By Jon Styff The Center Square Tennessee is under new laws protecting the salary of school employees who are assaulted, allowing local law enforcement departments to assign school resource officers and enhancing the penalty for making a threat of mass violence at a school starting July 1. A series of school law changes passed by […] The post Tennessee school safety laws began July 1 appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
UCAR to celebrate 50 years
The Upper Cumberland Association of Realtors will celebrate 50 years Aug. 21, according to the Cookeville–Putnam County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber). “Join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Upper Cumberland Association of Realtors,” said the Chamber. UCAR is an organization comprised of real estate professionals with...
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