USPS Increasing Prices

Expect to pay a little more if you’ll be mailing via the United States Postal Service in the new year. The Postal Regulatory Commission approved an increase of 3.9 percent for priority express mail and 5.9 percent for priority mail. This also includes a 5-cent increase for the Forever Stamp. The prices will be effective… Continue reading USPS Increasing Prices

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Legislative Session Begins in January

In just more than a week, state lawmakers will head to the capitol to begin their organization session. They’ll be sworn in, pass house rules, get committee and office assignments and other housekeeping routines. The inauguration of Governor-Elect Bill Lee is set for January 19. Then, business is in session.

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More than 30 New Laws Now in Effect

More than 30 new laws in Tennessee went into effect on New Year’s Day.One of the laws talks about immigration, specifically sanctuary policies. As of January 1, state and local governments will not be allowed to adopt sanctuary policies or any similar measures.Another new law deals with abortions. Ultrasounds are now required prior to getting… Continue reading More than 30 New Laws Now in Effect

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Albert Western Neal

Albert Western Neal, 93, of McMinnville died Monday. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 2pm at Mt. View Cemetery. Nathan Jones and Wendell Judkins will officiate.

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Clara Argo Roller

Clara Argo Roller, 92, of McMinnville died Sunday. Graveside services will be Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 3pm at Webb Cemetery at Bluff Springs. Tony Lawrence will officiate. Visitation is Wed. 9am-2:30pm at Highs.

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Beware of Holiday Scams

Kind-hearted Tennesseans will turn to charitable organizations this year to help make a positive impact for those who are less fortunate. Unfortunately, charity scammers will use the end of-year giving surge and take advantage to consumers’ generosity. To help consumers avoid charity scams, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s Division of Consumer Affairs is… Continue reading Beware of Holiday Scams

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Gas Prices

The plunge at the gas pump continues this week, and now gas prices are poised to have their lowest start to the New Year since January 1st, 2016. Americans are finding gas prices below $2 a gallon at 31 percent of filling stations in the U.S. Thursday’s national average price of $2.29 per gallon is… Continue reading Gas Prices

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High Winds Cause Damage

High winds caused havoc in Warren County Thursday as it ushered in a storm system that made its way through Middle Tennessee. The winds caused a utility pole in front of Three Star Mall to snap, causing hundreds to lose power. Kroger was among the businesses that went dark for a period of time until… Continue reading High Winds Cause Damage

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