The Bureau’s goal is to create a statewide network of physicians trained in workers' compensation best practices to better help injured workers achieve a faster recovery focused on returning to work.
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The Certified Physician Program (CPP) returns November 1, 2023
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COMMISSIONER GONZALES ANNOUNCES WEEKLY FORMULA RATE OCTOBER 11, 2023
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 08:29amNASHVILLE--Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions Commissioner Greg Gonzales announced today that the maximum effective formula rate of interest in Tennessee is 12.50 percent per annum. The rate is based on a ceiling of 4 percent over the weekly average prime loan rate of 8.50 percent as published by the Federal Reserve on October 10, 2023.
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TN National Guard Transportation Unit Deploys to U.S.-Mexico Border for Year-long Mission
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 07:29amTULLAHOMA, Tenn. - More than 125 Soldiers from the Tennessee National Guard’s 1175th Transportation Company departed Tennessee Wednesday, October 11, on the first leg of a year-long deployment to the Southwest border.
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TDOE Announces School Letter Grades Working Group Members
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 | 02:09pmNASHVILLE, TN — As the next phase of the engagement process on how to determine School Letter Grades, the Tennessee Department of Education announced the working group members representing district and school leaders, elected officials, parents, and education stakeholders to review the public comment submitted and make recommendations on the new calculations for each letter grade.
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Fire Prevention Critical During Tennessee's Fire Season
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 | 09:53amAs Tennessee heads into fall fire season, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF) is observing National Fire Prevention Week October 8 – 14, 2023. Due to the drier conditions and leaf litter that accompany autumn in our state, a debris burn permit is required for leaf and brush pile fires beginning October 15 and residents are urged to take appropriate fire safety measures.
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Carroll County Man Arrested on Tax Evasion and Theft
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 | 09:43amMcKenzie, Tenn. - The Special Investigations Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue conducted the investigation that led to yesterday’s arrest of Alec Akin, age 28. Akin was charged with three counts of tax evasion and one count of theft for filing false documents related to transactions on personal vehicles.
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TDOC Recidivism Drops To Lowest Level In Decade
Monday, October 09, 2023 | 10:03amNASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Correction has released encouraging news surrounding public safety in the state. The latest data shows the recidivism rate for offenders released from TDOC facilities is now at its lowest level in more than a decade.
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Tennessee Highway Patrol Accepting for the Nashville Citizens’ Academy
Friday, October 06, 2023 | 08:55amThe Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is accepting Citizens’ Academy applications for the Nashville classes. The Citizens’ Academy is designed to give citizens a better understanding and awareness of THP and the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. Citizens will receive hands-on instruction and training from state troopers and other department personnel throughout the academy.
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Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for October 5-11, 2023
Thursday, October 05, 2023 | 03:11pmA listing of lane closures and road construction activities for 24 East Tennessee counties.
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Governor Lee, TDEC Announce More Than $26 Million for Parks and Recreation Projects as Governor Touts Conservation in Statewide Tour
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Orders Now Accepted for Division of Forestry Tree Seedlings
Thursday, October 05, 2023 | 11:33amThe Tennessee Departments of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF) is offering more than 30 varieties of tree and shrub seedlings for reforestation and conservation projects. TDF’s East Tennessee Nursery in Delano, Tenn., is accepting orders until April 1, 2024 or while supplies last.
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Early Detection Is the Best Protection
Thursday, October 05, 2023 | 11:00amNASHVILLE - This October and November, the Tennessee Department of Health is promoting breast and lung cancer awareness with the annual Pink & Pearl Campaign.