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As elderly population grows, Tennessee law creates new supportive housing option
As the adult population of Tennessee grows, the number of vulnerable seniors is rising and many lower-income individuals who need support turn to group homes. However, there are not enough licensed group homes to meet the need. Now, new legislation hopes to fill the void with smaller licensed homes.
Local children participate in Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge
NASHVILLE — Every summer for the past six years Gov. Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee have hosted Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge, which is open to rising kindergarteners through sixth graders throughout the state. To participate, these students must complete community service hours in specific categories as an effort to encourage them to develop a heart for service. The challenge took place this year from June 1 through August 1. Every student who participated was asked to complete a minimum of two service...
CLB presents proclamations, approves budget transfers
The Cocke County Legislative Body (CLB) met in regular session on Tuesday evening. CLB approved budget transfers, approved reports and heard reports. Three women were honored with a proclamation for their outstanding service to Cocke County. Those women, who Mayor Rob Mathis recognized at the request of Commissioner Wilma Ball, are Cathie Moscato, Audrey Jones and Carlene Robinson. Reports ...
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