Environment and Conservation
Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park to Hold Annual Folk Celebration May 29
Released on Tue, May 18, 2010 - 11:38 am under
The Caudells will perform period music from the late 1800s at Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park's May 29 Folk Celebration.
Festival Features Concert, Events Highlighting Cultural and Living History
BYRDSTOWN, Tenn. – Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park and the Friends of Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park will host its annual Folk Celebration on Saturday, May 29, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year's festival theme is “1865-1877: The Reconstruction,” which is the time period Cordell Hull and his family lived on what is now the state park’s grounds. The day will include a variety of cultural and living history events that relate to the way of life in the historic Upper Cumberland region. The event is free and open to the public.
Some of the many highlights of the day will include demonstrations on basket making, spinning, quilting, doll making and blacksmithing. There also will be a display on the “old-fashioned” use of medicinal plants and herbs, as well as a gardening demonstration on heirloom plants. Native Americans will be on hand to interpret living skills and crafts and renowned local authors will be present to sign and sell books on regional history and folklore.
Recovery Act Grants Help Truckers Reduce Emissions, Save Money
Released on Mon, May 17, 2010 - 1:08 pm underFunding Still Available Through Clean Diesel Grant Program
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, in cooperation with the University of Tennessee, is reviewing more than 170 applications for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grants through the department’s Clean Diesel Grant program. The grants help Tennessee trucking companies and private truck owners in the state pay for idle reduction technologies. Grant funding is still available.
Water and Wastewater Construction Loans Awarded
Released on Thu, May 13, 2010 - 3:39 pm underLow-Interest Loans Help Fund Infrastructure Improvements
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today that two communities have been approved to receive low-interest loans for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements. The Department of Environment and Conservation administers the SRF Loan Program for the state of Tennessee.
The SRF Loan Program provides low-interest loans that help communities, utility districts, and water and wastewater authorities finance projects that protect Tennessee’s ground and surface waters and public health. Loans are used to finance the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater facilities.
HHW Mobile Collection Service in Coffee and Henry Counties -- May 22
Released on Wed, May 12, 2010 - 12:17 pm underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Coffee and Henry counties on May 22.
HHW Mobile Collection Service in Obion and Overton Counties -- May 15
Released on Wed, May 12, 2010 - 12:17 pm underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Obion and Overton counties on May 15.
Meeting Set to Examine Tennessee’s Proposed Nominations to National Register of Historic Places
Released on Wed, May 12, 2010 - 12:16 pm under
Public Invited to Attend Nashville Meeting on May 26
NASHVILLE - The State Review Board will meet on Wednesday, May 26, 2010, to examine Tennessee's proposed nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. The meeting will be held at the Woman’s Club of Nashville, located at 3206 Hillsboro Pike. It will begin at 10 a.m.
The Board will vote on nine nominations from across the state. Nominations that meet the criteria will be sent for final approval to the National Register of Historic Places in the U. S. Department of the Interior.
State Agencies Urge People to Stay out of Rivers and Streams in Flood-Impacted Areas
Released on Tue, May 11, 2010 - 4:14 pm underWork Continues to Restore Damaged Infrastructure
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Department of Health urge people to continue to stay out of rivers and streams in areas impacted by last week’s flooding, and to wash thoroughly if contact cannot be avoided. While the flood waters have receded, many areas suffered significant damage to infrastructure, including wastewater treatment plants and collection systems - the network of pipes and pumps that move wastewater from homes and businesses to the plants for treatment.
Environment and Conservation Commissioner Lifts Mandatory Conservation Order for Harpeth Valley Utility District
Released on Mon, May 10, 2010 - 6:56 pm underOrder Remains in Effect for Metro Nashville
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced this afternoon that he has lifted the mandatory water conservation order for the Harpeth Valley Utility District service area, which includes Williamson County, as well as Franklin and Brentwood. The mandatory water conservation order remains in effect for Metro Nashville as the city works to restore the K.R. Harrington Water Plant, which was impacted by the flood.
Environment and Conservation Commissioner Issues Mandatory Water Conservation Order for Davidson, Williamson Counties
Released on Tue, May 04, 2010 - 3:21 pm underMeasure Supports Water Conservation Actions Taken in Each County
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has finalized a mandatory water conservation order for Metro Nashville/Davidson County, and Williamson County, including the cities of Franklin and Brentwood.
“Local and state water professionals are working around the clock to preserve as much clean water as possible for our citizens,” said Governor Phil Bredesen. “This action is being taken to support the water conservation efforts that the water utilities in Davidson and Williamson counties have announced to the public. All water consumers in these areas should follow the direction of the water utilities as they work to preserve water supplies.”
State Agencies Urge Water Conservation, Health and Safety Measures in Flooded Areas
Released on Mon, May 03, 2010 - 5:00 pm underNASHVILLE - As residents in many Tennessee counties work to move forward in the aftermath of this past weekend’s devastating storms, the Tennessee Department of Health and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation remind citizens to take precautions to stay healthy.
While most municipal drinking water utilities are reporting their water is meeting safe drinking water standards, several water systems are encountering problems, and it is vital that customers listen to the information local utilities and health departments are sharing regarding water supplies. The message may change relative to a specific water system due to breaks in distribution lines or an inability to maintain adequate water pressure in the distribution system. These kinds of problems can lead to potential issues of contamination.
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