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Pickett State Forest reopens part after restoration work

By Volunteer State News | Jan 30, 2025

Following several months of restoration efforts, the northwestern portion of Pickett State Forest will reopen to motorized vehicles on February 1, 2025.

Road closures scheduled tonight on US 27 ramps in Hamilton County

By Volunteer State News | Jan 29, 2025

Drivers in Hamilton County, Tennessee, should be prepared for traffic changes on US 27 due to maintenance work.

Interstate 40 lane closures planned for pavement repairs in Putnam County

By Volunteer State News | Jan 29, 2025

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

Small Business Day set for February 18 in Nashville

By Volunteer State News | Jan 29, 2025

Join the gathering in Nashville on February 18 for Small Business Day at the Capitol.

Tennessee honors top agricultural fairs at annual convention

By Volunteer State News | Jan 28, 2025

Tennessee's agricultural fairs were recognized for their achievements at the Fairs’ Merit Awards during the 103rd Tennessee Association of Fairs (TAF) Convention held from January 16 to 18 in Murfreesboro.

TDOT announces emergency pavement repairs on I-24 in Rutherford County

By Volunteer State News | Jan 27, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced upcoming lane and on-ramp closures for emergency asphalt repairs on Interstate 24 in Rutherford County.

Tennessee awards funds to 19 businesses through Agricultural Enterprise Fund

By Volunteer State News | Jan 24, 2025

Nineteen businesses in Tennessee are set to benefit from the latest round of Agricultural Enterprise Fund (AEF) awards, according to an announcement by Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. “The Agricultural Enterprise Fund is a vital...

Tennessee announces recipients of AgTrack cost share fund

By Volunteer State News | Jan 24, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) has announced the recipients of the AgTrack cost share fund.

TDOT announces Middle Tennessee lane closures from January 23 to January 29

By Volunteer State News | Jan 23, 2025

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced lane closures for various construction and maintenance projects in Middle Tennessee, scheduled from January 23 to January 29, 2025.

East Tennessee roads face closures and repairs from January 23-29

By Volunteer State News | Jan 23, 2025

Motorists in East Tennessee should prepare for various road closures and construction activities from January 23 to 29, 2025.

NFIB urges Tennessee lawmakers to support small businesses during legislative session

By Volunteer State News | Jan 14, 2025

Tennessee's small business community is urging lawmakers to prioritize their interests as the General Assembly session begins.

2023: Tennessee ranks 18th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $9,240,486

By Volunteer State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Tennessee received $9,240,486 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 18th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

Analysis: Tennessee one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Volunteer State News | Jan 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.