News Across Tennessee

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, located in Hohenwald, has celebrated 30 years of ongoing impact in animal welfare, conservation, and education. The anniversary was marked by House Joint Resolution 508, introduced by State Rep. Jody Barrett , R-Dickson and cosponsored by State Sen. Joey Hensley...

Leaders in Franklin celebrated the opening of a 14-acre park on the former site of the Georgia Boot Factory, providing residents with recreation opportunities along the Harpeth River. The new park features an open-air pavilion, a public plaza detailing the city's history as a railroad hub, shaded...

Newly Weds Foods, LLC, officials announced the company’s plans to expand statewide by locating in and investing in an existing facility in Dyersburg. Newly Weds Foods will create 50 new jobs and invest $30 million following its recent acquisition of the manufacturing facility of Develey Mustard and...

Advanex Americas, Inc. officials announced the company is expanding, investing $11.4 million in the company’s U.S. headquarters in White House and creating 56 new jobs. The project comprises the addition of 60,000 square feet of space dedicated to manufacturing and warehouse as well as additional...

Tate Ornamental, Inc. officials announced the company is expanding manufacturing operations in White House, creating 50 new jobs and investing a total of $12 million through the project. The additional staff and investment will increase the company’s millwork production capacity by allowing for the...

Officials cut the ribbon on the Kingsport Public Library's new, temporary location in the Fort Henry Mall on June 6, officially opening the space to the public. The library is utilizing 15,500 square feet of space in the mall for the next 18 months while a contractor works to renovate the entirety...

The city of Columbia has been awarded a Waste Reduction Grant from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) for the purchase of a new recycling truck, enhancing the city’s waste management and sustainability initiatives. The $425,200 purchase of the truck includes the grant...

The city of Harriman has opened its new inclusive and digitally connected playground and learning center at the Michael Dunn Center. The space offers both inclusive, outdoor play and space for digital learning opportunities through the use of fiber internet, accessible desktops, and iPad tablets for...

The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) now has nonstop flights available to Newark, N.J.; Orlando, Fla.; and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; via Spirit Airlines. Flights to Newark and Orlando will take place four times weekly while flights to Ft. Lauderdale will take place three times weekly. This is the...