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Deadline for Small Business Relief Extended Until Sept. 30

Business September 26, 2020

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee today announced a 5-day extension for eligible small businesses to certify for the Tennessee Business Relief Program (TBRP). “We want to ensure this relief makes it to as many small businesses as possible who are hurting from the impacts of the pandemic,” said Gov. Lee.... Read more

Tennessee Farms Offer Safe, Outdoor Fun This Fall

News September 25, 2020

NASHVILLE– Are you looking for a way to get outside and enjoy fall fun with family and friends? A trip to a Tennessee farm this season will bring smiling faces, family entertainment, and unforgettable memories. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, agritourism operators have implemented health measures to make... Read more

COVID-19 in Coffee County: September 25th, 2020

News September 25, 2020

The Tennessee Department of Health reports a total of 1,210 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Coffee County as of September 25th, 2020. Currently, there are 237 known active cases, 960 recoveries, and 13 COVID-19 related deaths in the county. The total COVID-19 case count for Tennessee is 189,454 as... Read more

4-H Happenings: Halloween Safety

News September 25, 2020

By Michelle Matthews Fall is my favorite time of year! There is something refreshing to me about packing away my summer clothing and pulling out all my favorite fall hoodies and sweaters. Another thing I look forward to is all the holidays-Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas! We literally have a... Read more

Unemployment Down in Nearly Every Tennessee County

News September 25, 2020

August 2020 Unemployment Rates Decrease in 94 of Tennessee’s 95 Counties NASHVILLE – Newly released data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development highlighted an improving economy with lower unemployment in nearly every county across the state in August. Unemployment rates decreased in 94 of Tennessee’s 95 counties... Read more

COVID-19 Coffee County: September 24th, 2020

News September 24, 2020

The Tennessee Department of Health reports a total of 1.166 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Coffee County. Currently, there are 223 known active cases and 930 inactive cases. There are 13 COVID-19 related deaths in the county thus far. The total COVID-19 case count for Tennessee is 187,544 as... Read more

National Hunting and Fishing Day September 26

News September 24, 2020

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be celebrating 2020 National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) on Saturday, Sept. 26. While there will be no large events or gatherings due to COVID-19, the TWRA encourages you to get outdoors and take part in your favorite recreational activity. The... Read more

Tennessee Releases Data Showing Significant Learning Loss Among K-12 Students

Education September 23, 2020

Projected Losses Tied to Prolonged School Closures and Time Away From Classroom NASHVILLE, TN— Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Education today released estimated data regarding learning loss for Tennessee students resulting from COVID-19 school closures through the summer months. Preliminary data projects an estimated 50% decrease... Read more

COVID-19 in Coffee County: September 22nd, 2020

News September 22, 2020

The Tennessee Department of Health reports a total of 1,125 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Coffee County. Currenlty, there are 234 known active cases, 879 reported “inactive” cases, and 12 COVID-19 related deaths, as reported by the state labs. The total COVID-19 case count for Tennessee is 185,148 as... Read more

2020 Deer Archery Hunting Season Opens September 26

News September 22, 2020

NASHVILLE — The 2020 deer archery-only hunting season opens statewide in Tennessee on Saturday, Sept. 26. The archery-only season dates are the same statewide Sept. 26-Oct. 30 and Nov. 2-6. You can use archery equipment at any time during the statewide deer season that runs through Jan. 3, 2021.... Read more