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Drone policies must balance privacy, innovation as use grows

As drone use increases by the public, governments, and private businesses, state and local policies around drone usage are being shaped by a debate. The protection of personal privacy and data is up...
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Growing pains influencing Tennessee economic outlook

While “all growth is good growth” has long been Tennessee’s mantra when it comes to the economy, perspectives are changing toward a more managed approach with deep implications for municipalities.
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Communication is key for leaders managing public pressure, free speech regulations

Whether addressing issues in person, via email, at public meetings, during press conferences, or on social media, municipal leaders have tools to avoid legal troubles and public backlash.
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News Across Tennessee

Parks and recreation grants awarded to 15 cities

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has announced more than $20.25 million in grant funding awarded to 19 parks and recreation projects across the state.

Oak Ridge Fire Department receives highest ISO rating

The Oak Ridge Fire Department has achieved an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification rating of 1, putting it among the nation’s highest-rated departments.

Swedish manufacturer to expand Sparta operations

Domestic will expand its manufacturing operations in Sparta, creating more than 90 new jobs. The expansion project includes the relocation of steering and helm manufacturing operations from Pennsylvania to Tennessee, further strengthening the company’s manufacturing presence in the state. The Sparta...

Federal grant to aid expansion of Nashville's Mill Ridge Park

Nashville’s Mill Ridge Park will receive $4 million in improvements through a $2 million grant from the National Park Service and matching funds from the Joe C. Davis Foundation. The funds will be used to advance the Farm at Mill Ridge Park, a project that will create new spaces for outdoor...

Prysmian to double Jackson operations

Prysmian officials announced the company will expand its Jackson operations, creating 100 new jobs and investing $100 million to renovate and double the size of its present facility. This is the...

Tennessee Historic Commission awards grants to five cities

Five municipalities have been awarded grants from the Federal Historic Preservation Fund to restore and conserve historic resources in their communities.

The Tennessee Historical Commission and the...
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People

Krushenski selected as TMBF VP and COO

Kevin Krushenski
Kevin Krushenski

The Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund (TMBF) has announced the appointment of Kevin Krushenski as the new executive vice president and chief operating officer. 

The announcement was made by TMBF President and CEO Wade Morrell.  

“Kevin has shown strong leadership and a deep commitment to serving cities...

Sherry Green

Sherry Green
Sherry Green

Sherry Green, former mayor and member of the La Vergne Board of Mayor and Aldermen, died Aug. 17, 2026, at the age of 87. Green was first elected to the board in 1996, serving as an alderwoman until she was selected as vice mayor in 2000. In 2004, she was elected mayor of La Vergne and served in...

Jamie Isabel

Jamie Isabel
Jamie Isabel

Jamie Isabel, former Metro Nashville Councilman and business leader, died Aug. 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Isabel represented Nashville’s District 2 on the city council from 2003 to 2007 as well as established the Nashville City Council Black Caucus. He owned Nashville Threads, a retail shop at the...

David Schreiner

David Schreiner
David Schreiner

David Schreiner, former mayor and councilman for the city of Gallatin, died Aug. 6, 2026, at the age of 86. Schreiner was first elected to the Gallatin City Council in 1980 and then served as mayor from 1985 to 1989. A native of Kentucky, he graduated Southeastern Christian College Bible Institute...

Sarah Childress

Sarah Childress
Sarah Childress

Sarah Childress has been named the first executive director of the newly created Office of Entertainment for the city of Nashville. The newly established office will work to support Nashville’s creative community and serve as a liaison to the mayor’s office. Childress has experience in film, TV...

Ryan Lynch

Ryan Lynch
Ryan Lynch

Ryan Lynch has been selected as the new director of the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT). Lynch presently serves as senior advisor to the commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation and previously served as chief of staff. He’s also held...
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State Briefs

Tennessee July 2026 unemployment lowest in two years despite economy shedding 400 jobs

Tennessee recorded its lowest unemployment rate in two years in July 2026. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development reported a 3.4% unemployment rate, down from 3.5% in both June...

Tennessee state budget $418.2M above estimates for July 2026

Tennessee revenues exceeded budgeted estimates for the month of July with Department of Finance and Administration Commissioner Jim Bryson reporting total July tax revenues were $2.2 billion, $418.2 million more than the budgeted estimate and $337.8 million more than July 2025.  

The total tax growth...

Sycamore Institute report expresses concern about state transportation, lottery scholarship funding

The Sycamore Institute's annual State Budget Primer is highlighting what the organization considers “structural deficits” in the Tennessee budget related to transportation funding and lottery-funded scholarships. The report from the nonpartisan research organization listed the concerns under a new...

Tennessee falls in annual state rankings of child wellbeing

Tennessee fell in annual rankings for education, economic-wellbeing and over-all wellbeing for children in 2025. The Annie E. Casey Foundation released its study ranking states on a variety of child wellbeing measures. Tennessee ranked 37 in overall wellbeing and 42 in economic wellbeing. While...

Tourism generated $32.5B in Tennessee economy in 2025

Tennessee’s tourism economy increased by 2.7% year-over-year and generated $32.5 billion in direct visitor spending in 2025, according to a recent reported by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Other highlights from the report found Tennessee saw 150 million visitors in 2025 with $89...

Tennessee unemployment dips in June 2026

Tennessee’s unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in June, matching its lowest point of the year. Data from the the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) put the June rate at one-tenth of a percentage point down from the previous month and unchanged from its year-over-year month...
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