No Road Construction Delays for Memorial Day Travelers
TDOT to Suspend All Lane Closure Activity for the Holiday Weekend NASHVILLE – Motorists won’t be delayed by road construction as they travel Tennessee’s highways this Memorial Day weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at 12:00 noon on... Read more
State Fire Marshal’s Office Announces 300Th Life-Saving Alert With “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” Program
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) proudly announce the 300th life-saving alert by a smoke alarm installed through the “Get Alarmed, Tennessee!” program. Started in 2012, “Get Alarmed” is an in-home fire safety education and smoke alarm installation... Read more
At-Home Learning Throughout Summer
(Family Features) With the majority of schools across the country closed, many parents are feeling the stress of taking more active roles in their children’s education. As time away from the classroom extends into summer, parents also face the challenge of helping their children maintain what they’ve learned through... Read more
Driver Services Division Announces Plan To Resume Services
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS) announces how Driver Services Centers will operate beginning May 18. All Driver Services Centers, with the exception of the Shelbyville Driver Services Center remain open and are taking additional precautions to protect the health and safety of customers and... Read more
TDOE Partners with Trevecca to Provide Free Training for Tennessee Teachers on Digital Learning and Teaching
Free Training is an Optional Resource to Help Equip Teachers with Tools & Resources for Digital Learning and Teaching NASHVILLE, TN— The Tennessee Department of Education is partnering with Trevecca Nazarene University to provide free training on digital learning and teaching to all Tennessee teachers. The self-paced, online training is available for free today through August 1, and will help teachers develop skills for digital learning, including how to design classes for remote instruction, use technology to enhance learning outcomes for all students,... Read more
D.W. Wilson to Open with Limited Services.
In accordance with the guidance set forth in the governor’s exercise facility guidelines, the D.W. Wilson Community Center will re-open under the following criteria: ·         On Monday, May 18th, D.W. Wilson Community Center will re-open for use of the weight room and indoor pool for lap swim only Monday to... Read more
Connect with Local Farmers and Food Businesses with the Pick Tennessee Mobile App.
NASHVILLE — Consumers now have more opportunities to connect to local farms and food businesses than ever before. The Pick Tennessee Products mobile app has expanded its services to include all businesses listed within the program’s directory. “The COVID-19 pandemic has affected our lives in so many ways,” Agriculture Commissioner... Read more
TDOE Reaches +250K Views on COVID-19 Resources Webpage
Nashville, TN– Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the COVID-19 resources webpage has reached over 250,000 views since launching in mid-March. This represents the thousands of school district leaders, educators, Tennesseans, and individuals nationwide who have and continue to access these critical resources.  “Over the past two months, the department has been working overtime to ensure districts have as much up-to-date information and guidance... Read more
Manchester to Reopen Tennis Courts and Dog Park today under strict safety guidelines.
Manchester Parks and Recreation announced the reopening of the tennis courts and dog park today, as part of their phased reopening plan. These facilites will be open under strict safety guidelines to ensure proper social distancing. Parks and Rec states that if guidelines are not adhered to, the facilites... Read more
City of Manchester Public Notice of Vacancy For Manchester Commissions and/or Committees.
Manchester Historic and Zoning Commission is seeking volunteer(s) for appointment to fill a 5-year term until July 2025. The Historic Zoning Commission meets on the first Thursday, 5:00 p.m., of every month at Manchester City Hall. “Persons applying for an appointment must be a resident or an elector of... Read more