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Energy and Water Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Applauds Confirmation of Secretary of Energy Chris Wright
Energy and Water Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Applauds Confirmation of Secretary of Energy Chris Wright Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, released the following statement following overwhelming bipartisan Senate confirmation of Chris Wright to be America’s next Secretary of the Department of Energy (DOE). “I applaud the Senate…
Read MoreRep. Fleischmann to Serve Second Term on Energy Subcommittee
Rep. Fleischmann to Serve Second Term on Energy Subcommittee Chattanooga – Congressman Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, released the following statement after being reappointed to the Energy Subcommittee of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (SST). Chairman Fleischmann previously served on the SST’s Energy Subcommittee in the previous 118th…
Read MoreSpecial Session Capitol Review from State Rep. Kelly Keisling
Special Session Capitol Review from State Rep. Kelly Keisling The General Assembly convened in an extraordinary special session for the 67th time in Tennessee’s 229 years of statehood. Lawmakers worked throughout the week, meeting with constituents, debating legislation, and considering testimony from citizens on pressing issues. The General Assembly passed seven bills appropriating $908 million…
Read MoreSame Business, New Name – Byler Wood Products
Same Business, New Name – Byler Wood Products Submitted by Kit Howes In these parts you can still take the measure of a man by shaking his hand. A couple of years ago, in the early fall, I spent several hours walking my woods with Ervin Byler, a local Amish man who logs for a…
Read MoreTennessee Department Of Safety And Homeland Security Adds More Than 1,400 Daily Real Id Appointments
Tennessee Department Of Safety And Homeland Security Adds More Than 1,400 Daily Real Id Appointments TENNESSEE – With the REAL ID Act of 2005 taking effect in three months, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, TDOSHS, is expanding access by adding 1,432 additional REAL ID-specific appointment slots per day at Driver Services Centers…
Read More“Longing for shelter, Many are homeless”
“Longing for shelter, Many are homeless” The needs of storm ravaged neighbors inspires Local Church to action By Shane Gilreath [email protected] In the hymn “Christ, Be Our Light,” congregants around the world sing “longing for shelter, many are homeless. Longing for warmth, many are cold.” The liturgical hymn calls the people of God to be…
Read MoreScott County’s Golden Egg
Scott County’s Golden Egg By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Following an announcement from Senator Ken Yager early last week, Scott County Industrial Development’s Stacey Swann was pleased that much of the hard work that had already gone into developing and expanding aviation in Scott County was finally paying off. The announcement came in the form of…
Read MoreLegislators Divided on Controversial School Vouchers
Legislators Divided on Controversial School Vouchers By Shane Gilreath [email protected] With a split vote from Senator Ken Yager and Representative Kelly Keisling, the Education Freedom Act of 2025 passed the General Assembly on Thursday. The Education Act, commonly referred to as the Voucher Bill, has been a pet project of Governor Bill Lee, who called a…
Read MoreRoad Conditions Highlighted as Chamber hosts Annual Meeting
Road Conditions Highlighted as Chamber hosts Annual Meeting By Shane Gilreath [email protected] Over one hundred people gathered on January 30th to celebrate the Scott County Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Meeting. A significant part of the event was in the selection of representatives to serve the board in the coming year. Nominations had previously been…
Read MoreFred Kelly Receives Quilt of Valor
Fred Kelly Receives Quilt of Valor A Quilt of Valor (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran who has been touched by war. The Quilt says unequivocally, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” Each and every stitch…
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