Governor Bredesen Proclaims November Hire Vets First Month

Released on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 - 12:22 pm under
Tennessee Career Centers Offer Priority Job Service to Tennessee Vets

NASHVILLE – Recognizing that employers in Tennessee benefit from hiring military veterans, Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed the month of November as “Hire Vets First Month.”  

“Our veterans have developed the business skills, work ethic, and sense of purpose that is gained from military service, which makes them valuable employees for any organization,” said Governor Bredesen. “We owe them our continued support when they return to civilian life.”

Tennessee State Parks Announce Special Winter Rates

Released on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 - 9:16 am under
Offering Quality Accommodations at an Exceptional Value, All in Your Own Backyard

 
NASHVILLE - Tennessee State Parks are now offering special winter rates for 360 villas and cabins, along with six state park inns from Nov. 1, 2009, through Feb. 28, 2010. With a Tennessee State Park within an hour’s drive of just about anywhere in the state, families and groups seeking unique recreation opportunities and high-quality accommodations can find the perfect getaway -- all at an exceptional value and a bit closer to home.

Partnership Gives Students Education in Career Opportunities

Released on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 - 12:53 pm under
Students from across the state discussed job opportunities during Cracker Barrel Career Day.
Students from across the state discussed job opportunities during Cracker Barrel Career Day.

NASHVILLE – Through partnership with Tennessee’s national award-winning Jobs for Tennessee Graduates program, Cracker Barrel Old County Store® today hosted the fifth annual Cracker Barrel Career Day for students across the state to learn about career opportunities in the restaurant and retail industries.

“These kinds of partnerships are what make our goal of seeing every student college- and career-ready a reality,” Education Commissioner Timothy Webb said. “We want to take advantage of every opportunity to educate our students about career options.”

Since 2004, more than 400 Jobs for Tennessee Graduates students have participated and learned about career opportunities through the partnership. Last year, Cracker Barrel provided Myers-Briggs assessments for students and two $500 scholarships to those who wanted to pursue culinary arts degrees.

Bredesen Announces 72 Community Development Block Grants

Released on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 - 8:51 am under
Grants Assist Communities with Infrastructure Improvements
 
NASHVILLE–Governor Phil Bredesen and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matthew Kisber recently approved more than $28 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to assist with infrastructure improvements in Tennessee.

Tennessee Receives National Award for Excellence in Budget Preparation

Released on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 - 2:04 pm under

NASHVILLE – For the 12th consecutive year, the State of Tennessee has received a national award for its annual state budget document.  The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) presented the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the Division of Budget in the Department of Finance and Administration for fiscal year 2009-2010.  It’s the 17th year the state has received the award.

Centennial High School to Host Automobile and Energy Fair Sat., Oct. 31

Released on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 - 12:07 pm under

Event Made Possible Through ECD Grant

NASHVILLE — Centennial High School (CHS) will host an Automobile and Energy Fair this Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the school as part of the school’s participation in an energy education program sponsored by the Energy Policy Office of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.

Bredesen Announces Aeronautics Grants for Nine Tennessee Airports

Released on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 - 10:00 am under
NASHVILLE—Governor Phil Bredesen announced today that federal and state aeronautics grants totaling $3.4 million have been approved for nine Tennessee airports.
 
“Our local airports are vital to the economy and travel system of Tennessee,” said Bredesen. “Investing in our airports helps keep them competitive and efficient at meeting the needs of businesses and travelers.”
 

THP Urges Motorists Beware: Drunk Driving Will Not Be Tolerated!

Released on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 - 3:21 pm under

Don’t let Halloween Turn into a Horror Story

NASHVILLE --- Halloween is a fun night for both children and adults, but the Tennessee Department of Safety (TDOS) and Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) remind parents, children and especially motorists to do their part to make sure that everyone gets home safely. The celebration can quickly turn into a real night of horror if someone is hurt by a careless or impaired driver.

Bredesen Announces Third Round of Water and Wastewater Projects to Receive Recovery Act Funding

Released on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 - 12:24 pm under

Seven Communities, Two Water Authorities and One Utility District Receive Funding

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today that seven communities, two water authorities and one utility district have been approved to receive low-interest loans for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements. The funding comes from a combination of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and the State Revolving Fund Loan Program. Forty percent of the funding is in the form of principal forgiveness, which does not have to be repaid.
 

TDOE Announces Fundamental Changes to ‘09 Report Card

Released on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 - 12:24 pm under

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Education today announced fundamental changes to the calculations of Value Added and Achievement scores for the 2009 Report Card. The method of calculating scores and the scale used to determine letter grades has been revised to allow for a transition to the new standards and assessments required by the Tennessee Diploma Project.  Comparison of the 2009 Report Card data with previous years’ scores will not be possible or valid.

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