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Tennessee releases weekly construction report impacting multiple counties

By Volunteer State News | Feb 20, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has released its weekly construction report for East Tennessee, covering the period from February 20 to 26, 2025.

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Lane closures planned across West Tennessee for upcoming construction projects

By Volunteer State News | Feb 20, 2025

Construction activities in West Tennessee are expected to cause lane closures and traffic disruptions from February 19-26, 2025.

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Tennessee Forestry Commission schedules meeting for February 27

By Volunteer State News | Feb 20, 2025

The Tennessee Forestry Commission is scheduled to convene on February 27, 2025, at the Ellington Agricultural Center's Bruer Building in Nashville.

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Tennessee DOT announces Middle Tennessee roadwork schedule from Feb. 20-26

By Volunteer State News | Feb 20, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has released its lane closure report for Middle Tennessee, covering the period from February 20 to February 26, 2025.

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NFIB hosts small business day at Tennessee State Capitol

By Volunteer State News | Feb 19, 2025

Small business owners from Tennessee convened at the State Capitol for the National Federation of Independent Business's (NFIB) annual Small Business Day.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry file 320 petitions in Tennessee throughout 2024

By Volunteer State News | Feb 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry based in Tennessee submitted 320 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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TDOT awards contracts for East Tennessee bridge reconstruction after Hurricane Helene

By Volunteer State News | Feb 14, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has awarded contracts for the reconstruction of three bridges in East Tennessee, which were destroyed by Hurricane Helene last September.

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Lane closures planned on I-24 in Hamilton County for construction

By Volunteer State News | Feb 14, 2025

Drivers on Interstate 24 in Hamilton County, Tennessee, should prepare for temporary traffic disruptions due to road construction.

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Lane closures set for Middle Tennessee roads from Feb. 13-19

By Volunteer State News | Feb 13, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has released its lane closure report for Middle Tennessee, detailing road work scheduled from February 13 to February 19, 2025.

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Lane closures scheduled across West Tennessee from February 12 to February 19

By Volunteer State News | Feb 13, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced a series of lane closures and detours across West Tennessee, affecting various counties from February 12 to 19, 2025.

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East Tennessee roads face closures due to construction and storm damage

By Volunteer State News | Feb 13, 2025

Motorists in East Tennessee should prepare for potential traffic disruptions due to ongoing construction and repair projects from February 13 to February 19, 2025.

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Governor Lee outlines priorities in 2025 State of the State address

By Volunteer State News | Feb 11, 2025

Governor Bill Lee recently presented his agenda for 2025, outlining a $59.5 billion budget and legislative priorities during his seventh State of the State address to the General Assembly.

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East Tennessee roads face multiple construction projects amid recent storm damages

By Volunteer State News | Feb 7, 2025

Motorists across East Tennessee are advised to exercise caution and anticipate potential delays as numerous construction projects and road closures are underway from February 6-12, 2025.

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Construction prompts lane closures on I-75 at Hamilton Place Mall

By Volunteer State News | Feb 7, 2025

Drivers on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County should prepare for road construction that may affect traffic flow.

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Analysis: Tennessee among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Volunteer State News | Feb 6, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Volunteer State News shows that Tennessee is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

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Lane closures announced across Middle Tennessee for February 6-12

By Volunteer State News | Feb 6, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced lane closures for the week of February 6-12, 2025, across several counties in Middle Tennessee.

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Tennessee inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By Volunteer State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Tennessee experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

FOIA Request Sent to Tennessee Secretary of State - Elections Division Regarding Spring Elections Candidates for Office on February 5, 2025

By Volunteer State News | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Tennessee Secretary of State - Elections Division on February 5, 2025.

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Lane closures announced for I-40 due to pavement repairs

By Volunteer State News | Feb 3, 2025

Drivers on Interstate 40 in Putnam County should prepare for road construction that will affect traffic.

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Lane closure report issued by TDOT highlights upcoming highway maintenance

By Volunteer State News | Jan 30, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced lane closures across Middle Tennessee for the week of January 30 to February 5, 2025.