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Brock Hill has been removed as the deputy commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation following an investigation. A TDEC spokesperson confirmed Hill was removed last week after an investigation into complaints of workplace misconduct.The details of the complaints and subsequent investigation are unclear at this time. TDEC Commissioner David Salyers sent notice… Continue reading TDEC Deputy Commissoner Removed

Barbara June Cooper, 62, of Brentwood, Tn. died Monday. Funeral services will be Friday, Feb. 15th at 2pm at Highs Chapel. Jeff Kesley will officiate. Burial will follow at the Gardens of Memory. Visitation is Thurs. 10am-8pm and Fri. 8am until service.

A bill introduced by two Tennessee lawmakers would make abortion illegal in the state if Roe v. Wade is overturned.Rep. Susan Lynn and Sen. Dolores Gresham announced the details of the Life Protection Act early Wednesday morning.The legislation would only go into effect if passed and if the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. Unlike… Continue reading Bill Would Make Abortion Illegal if Roe v Wade is Overturned

Newly released data detailing how ready Tennessee students are for college paints a grim picture of the state’s continued challenges in improving K-12 education.The data tallies college readiness across the state in math and reading down to the individual high school level.It shows that while some public high schools prepare their students extraordinarily well for… Continue reading Data Shows Many Students Not Ready for College

The Tennessee Highway Patrol is accepting applications for its 2019 cadet class which starts in July. During the 20-week academy, the training will prepare the applicant for the real-life scenarios they will experience as a trooper. Men and Women interested in a career as a state trooper must apply online now through Tuesday, Feb. 19th.… Continue reading THP Accepting Applications for Cadet Class

Tennessee residents who would like to grow industrial hemp have just a couple more days to apply for a license.The state Department of Agriculture says the deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. CST Friday, Feb. 15.Tools to assist producers with planning markets, finances and production methods are available online , along with program reports from… Continue reading State Taking Applications for Industrial Hemp Licenses

As Tennessee ramps up executions, the Legislature is considering eliminating one state court’s death sentence reviews.Legislation named for fallen Dickson County Sheriff’s Sgt. Daniel Baker would provide automatic state Supreme Court death penalty reviews, skipping Tennessee’s Court of Criminal Appeals.Prosecutors have said they’re seeking death sentences for two people awaiting trial in Baker’s May fatal… Continue reading State Mulls One Less Court Review Before Executions

A Tennessee lawmaker has introduced a bill to observe daylight saving time year-round in the Volunteer State.The bill is being filed by Rep. Rick Tillis and if passed, would make daylight saving time the standard time of the entire state.Tillis has said in the past that the extra hour would improve health and the overall… Continue reading Lawmaker Wants DST Year-Round

The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen Tuesday night passed a resolution proposing the annexation of 5.45 acres of property at 4011 Manchester Highway. The annexation was agreed upon by the property owner. The board also passed a measure to adopt a plan of service for the annexed area. In other business, the board approved… Continue reading McMinnville Board

The Warren County High School basketball teams saw their seasons come to an end Tuesday night as both the Pioneers and Lady Pioneers were eliminated in the opening round of the District 6AAA Tournament in Crossville. In the girls’ game, Rhea County defeated the Lady Pioneers 73-56. Warren County was led in scoring byTyra Wright… Continue reading WCHS Basketball