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Milan Mayor BW Beasley named 2026 TML Mayor of the Year

Milan Mayor BW Beasley was named the 2026 Mayor of the Year by the Tennessee Municipal League at their 86th Annual Conference at the MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport, Tenn

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Newport's Louanna Ottinger receives TML's Robert Kirk Local Leadership Award

Since first being elected in 2018, Newport Alderwoman Louanna Ottinger has been described as someone who “naturally steps in, shows up, and looks for ways to make a difference in the lives of those

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Winchester's Beth Rhoton named 2026 TCMA City Manager of the Year

Since joining the city in 2002, Winchester City Administrator Beth Rhoton has shown a tireless commitment and unwavering work ethic that has proven transformational, exemplifying how the best leaders

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Morristown’s Larry Clark receives 2026 Assistant City Manager of the Year Award

With more than 30 years of service to Tennessee local governments, Morristown Assistant City Manager Larry Clark has demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and dedication to the communities

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TML names 2026-27 board; Cleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks elected president

TML President and Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic, left, accepts a golden gavel as a recognition of his service to the League from incoming President and Cleveland Mayor Kevin Brooks during the TML

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TACIR outlines reports on major municipal issues

The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) has outlined proposals tied to key municipal issues including emergency services and public notices.

During TACIR’s June

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TML 86th Annual Conference, July 9-12 in Kingsport

The Tennessee Municipal League held its 86th Annual Conference at the MeadowView Conference Resort and Convention Center in Kingsport. 

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Tennessee municipalities celebrate America 250

From fireworks to parades to military re-enactments, municipalities across Tennessee held unique hometown celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary.

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TML announces 2026 Achievement Award winners

The Tennessee Municipal League is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 TML Annual Achievement Awards. The awards will be presented at the 86th Annual Conference of the Tennessee Municipal League

Workers at Chattanooga EPB's quantum networking facility are among those leading the way toward the state's quantum futre. Already a key partner in the EPB Quantum Network, EPB Has partnered with IonQ finalize the installation of the Forte Enterprise Quantum Computer and is already working to develop practical applications for securing and optimizing the power grid and training EPB Quantum Computing Fellows to build a local quantum-ready workforce. (Photo by EPB)

Tennessee takes a quantum leap toward emerging technology

Forget Silicon Valley. Tennessee leaders expect American’s new Quantum Valley to be in the Volunteer State.

From left to right, TML President and Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic, TML Executive Director Anthony Haynes, TML 2nd Vice President and Lawrenceburg Mayor Blake Lay, and TML 1st Vice President and Cleveland Mayor Brooks participate in the June TML Board meeting.

TML Board of Directors holds June meeting in Nashville

The Tennessee Municipal League Board of Directors met on June 11, 2026, at the offices of Spencer Fane in Nashville.

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Technology plays increasing role in how cities respond to, plan for major events

From natural disasters to major community gatherings, IT provides a critical backbone for how municipalities and emergency officials respond.