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Here are some of the laws going into effect July 1 in Tennessee
Tennessee enacts 177 new laws, covering areas from school vouchers to women's health. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Starting July 1, 177 ...
Top Workplaces 2025: Large Middle TN firms won with mission-driven work
The Tennessean collaborates with industry research company Energage to find the best companies to work for in Middle ...
Knox County auditors will increase checks on employee trips and vehicle use
Auditors plan to conduct ongoing checks of how much public employees are spending on out-of-town travel and how they use ...
Washington County, Tennessee schools cut budget; push mandated teacher raises
In a special called meeting, the Washington county Tennessee school board reworked their budget, cutting planned employee ...
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Is Tennessee LGBTQ+ friendly? Study finds state ranks at bottom in US
Tennessee ranks among the least LGBTQ+-friendly states according to Out Leadership’s State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index. The state scored 35 out of 100, posing high risks for the LGBTQ+ ...
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Financial troubles and finger-pointing at Tennessee State - Inside Higher Ed
The historically Black land-grant university is hurting for cash and making significant cuts. State lawmakers blame former administrators for the financial woes, while former administrators blame ...
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Knox County Trustee fires employee amid state investigation
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — An employee of the Knox County Trustee’s Office has been fired amid an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury.