JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Oct. 22 (TNSPer) -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: Local entrepreneur Charles E. Allen Jr. has been appointed to the East Tennessee State University Board of Trustees. Governor Bill Lee announced the appointment on Sept. 30. "Charles Allen is a well-known, highly respected leader in the Tri-Cities region," said ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland. "He and his family have been loyal advocates and friends to this institution for many years. Our bo  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 (TNSPer) -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: Daniel Berckmans, a worldwide leader in the development of precision livestock farming, has joined the University of Tennessee's Department of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science as an adjunct distinguished professor. Precision livestock farming (PLF) involves improving an individual animal's health and well-being by real-time monitoring of the animal's condit  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 (TNSEve) -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release on Oct. 20, 2021: Preparing for farm succession may seem like a daunting and overwhelming task. To secure a farm's future, however, it's a task that should be handled with careful planning. University of Tennessee Extension is providing a Farmland Legacy Webinar series, designed to help farmers navigate this important succession undertaking. "Successful farm transi  more

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Oct. 22 (TNSEve) -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: Stephen F. Austin State University's SFA Gardens will host the monthly Theresa and Les Reeves Lecture Series at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Brundrett Conservation Education Building at the Pineywoods Native Plant Center. Carol Reese, a nationally known speaker and retired horticulture specialist with the University of Tennessee's West Tennessee Research and Education Center, will present "Native Pla  more

HENDERSON, Tennessee, Oct. 19 (TNSEve) -- Freed-Hardeman University issued the following news: Freed-Hardeman University's annual ALUMination Day, Friday, Nov. 5, will feature a chapel address by Tony Miller, senior director of financial planning and analysis for CoreCivic, the nation's largest owner of partnership correctional, detention and residential reentry facilities. He earned a B.B.A. from FHU in 1992 and an M.B.A. from Middle Tennessee State University in 1997. At FHU, Miller was acti  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release on Oct. 19, 2021: Baker Donelson has added Bonnie L. Michael, previously general counsel for Volvo Financial Services (USA), as a member of the Firm's Financial Services Transactions Group and its Specialty Finance Team. Ms. Michael, who joins as a shareholder in the Baltimore office, served for more than a decade as the General Counsel and Vice President of Legal and Compliance (USA) at Volvo Financia  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 22 (TNSPar) -- Chattanooga State Community College issued the following news release: * * * Global Center for Digital Innovation Opens at Chattanooga State The partnership between Chattanooga State Community College, Hamilton County Schools, the STEM School, and the Public Education Foundation came full circle on October 20 as representatives from each entity, including public officials, community members, and invited guests gathered to witness the grand opening o  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 20 (TNSOps) -- Chattanooga State Community College issued the following news release: Hamilton County Collegiate High School at Chattanooga State Community College has been named one of thirty-two Level 5 Schools on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) report for 2020-21. TVAAS measures the impact schools and teachers have on their academic programs relative to other students across the state. The Collegiate High program, formerly known as Middle Col  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 20 (TNSOps) -- Chattanooga State Community College issued the following news release: Katrina Griffin, a Chattanooga State Community College Tennessee Reconnect graduate, wants others to know that realizing there were many adults in Tennessee lacking higher education made her feel less alone in the process. Griffin, who graduated from Chattanooga State in 2019 is now 36, holds a bachelor's degree from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), and is on track to grad  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 19 -- The Tennessee Military Department issued the following news release: After 41 years of service, Maj. Gen. Tommy H. Baker, a Huntingdon resident, retired from the Tennessee National Guard on Oct. 17. Since September 2018, Baker served as Tennessee's Deputy Adjutant General and was responsible for the training and oversight of more than 12,000 Soldiers and Airmen in the Tennessee National Guard. In April 2021, Baker was appointed by Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee to fur  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- The Nashville International Airport issued the following news release: The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) is entering a new phase of expansion with a substantial earthwork project set to begin at Nashville International Airport. This project will enlarge the paved area (or "ramp") adjacent to the terminal's north end, adding more space for aircraft maneuvering and parking--the first step in building a much larger Concourse A to accommodate signi  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release on Oct. 18, 2021: Baker Donelson has named Matthew S. Chester as chair of the Firm's Government Enforcement and Investigations Group. A shareholder in Baker Donelson's New Orleans office, Mr. Chester has nearly 20 years of experience practicing law in the private sector and at the Department of Justice. In his practice at Baker Donelson, he has represented individuals and corporations in connection wit  more

MILLIGAN, Tennessee, Oct. 22 (TNSEco) -- Milligan College issued the following news release on Oct. 21, 2021: Milligan University held a dedication ceremony today for the McMahan Student Center and a new outdoor patio following the completion of recent renovations. Located in the heart of campus, the center welcomes students with a new open concept accented by a large video wall, an upgraded bookstore and an inviting outdoor patio. The McMahan Student Center underwent renovations beginning in   more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 20 (TNSsro) -- The North Carolina Utilities Commission issued the following order requesting comments (Docket No. E-100): In the Matter of Rulemaking Proceeding to Implement Session Law 2007-397 ORDER REQUESTING COMMENTS BY THE CHAIR: On September 30, 2021, a verified joint motion to modify and delay the 2021 requirements of N.C. Gen. Stat. Sec. 62-133.8(e) and (f) was filed by North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation (NCEMC), Fayetteville Public Works Com  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- The Nashville International Airport issued the following news release: BNA(R) will expand its range of international flights in 2022 with a new carrier, Flair Airlines, and nonstop service to two Canadian destinations: Edmonton and Toronto. Both flights will operate twice-weekly beginning in April 2022. Edmonton is a first-ever route for Nashville International Airport. Flair's Toronto flight adds to existing nonstop service from Nashville to Ontario. Other Ca  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance issued the following news: The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) announces that newly launched remote testing for prospective insurance producers has accounted for 35% of all insurance producer exams since implementation. In May, TDCI's third-party testing partner Pearson VUE started offering online, proctored remote exams that could be taken at home, at an office or any secure location in Ten  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe announced today 14 Tennessee Main Street and Tennessee Downtowns communities that are receiving Downtown Improvement Grants. "I congratulate the 14 communities receiving funding through the Downtown Improvement Grants," said Gov. Lee. "These leaders are focusing strategic in  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Lodge Manufacturing Company officials today announced the company will invest $56 million to expand its South Pittsburg facility, where it has operated for 125 years. In order to meet increased demand, Lodge will expand and reconfigure its existing facility and add addition  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news on Oct. 19, 2021: Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Steam Logistics officials announced today that the company will expand its existing operations in downtown Chattanooga, creating more than 400 new jobs. Founded in 2012, the Chattanooga-based logistics business will invest $6.8 million to expand its operati  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 19 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: The Tennessee Department of Education announced the members of the central steering committee to look at a student-focused funding strategy for K-12 education, comprised of 12 leaders representing the state's elected officials and agencies directly connected with K-12 public education in Tennessee. The members of the central steering committee will review input and feedback from the 18 subc  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: The Tennessee Department of Education announced the members of the central steering committee to look at a student-focused funding strategy for K-12 education, comprised of 12 leaders representing the state's elected officials and agencies directly connected with K-12 public education in Tennessee. The members of the central steering committee will review input and feedback from the 18 subc  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 20 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: In the next phase of announcements on Tennessee's review of a student-based public education funding strategy, today the Tennessee Department of Education announced the members of the Student Engagement Subcommittee, the Students with Disabilities and Gifted Students Subcommittee, the English Learner Subcommittee, the Economically Disadvantaged and Highly Mobile Students Subcommittee, and t  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 21 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: The Tennessee Department of Education announced the subcommittee members of the Teacher Advisory Subcommittee, Principal Advisory Subcommittee, School System Personnel Subcommittee, School System Leadership Subcommittee, Rural and Small District Subcommittee, Suburban Districts, Municipals, and Fast-Growing Communities Subcommittee, Urban District Subcommittee, which is the next in the seri  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: The Tennessee Department of Education invites all Tennesseans to eight regional public town halls to be part of the open dialogue and discussion on Tennessee's review of a student-based public education funding strategy. Each town hall will take place in-person and will also be livestreamed. These public town halls will spark localized conversations about student-based funding for public e  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: In the next phase of announcements on Tennessee's review of a student-based public education funding strategy, today the Tennessee Department of Education announced the members of the Higher Education and Post-Secondary Readiness Subcommittee, the Post-Secondary Readiness and the Business Community Subcommittee, the Chambers of Commerce and Industry Subcommittee, the Education Foundations S  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 19 -- Gov. Bill Lee, R-Tennessee, issued the following news: Tennessee Governor Bill Lee introduced two pieces of legislation that will go before the Tennessee General Assembly during a special legislative session to address funding and oversight of Ford Motor Company's historic $5.6 billion investment at the Megasite of West Tennessee. "Tennessee's investment in the Megasite will have a generational impact on all 95 counties and cement our place as the national lea  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 21 -- Gov. Bill Lee, R-Tennessee, issued the following news: Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee General Assembly closed a special session to address funding and oversight of Ford Motor Company's historic $5.6 billion investment at the Megasite of West Tennessee. "This single-largest investment in state history marks a tremendous win for rural Tennessee and will strengthen our workforce for generations," said Gov. Lee. "The special session has given Tennes  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 (TNSsro) -- The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued the following order (Docket No. 20-00139): In Re: Docket To Evaluate Chattanooga Gas Company's Purchases And Related Sharing Incentives ORDER ESTABLISHING PROCEDURAL SCHEDULE This matter is before the Hearing Officer of the Tennessee Public Utility Commission ("Commission" or "TPUC") to establish a procedural schedule for the orderly administration of these proceedings. At the request of the Hearing Offic  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 21 (TNSsro) -- The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued the following order (Docket No. 21-00094): In Re: Joint Request Of Chattanooga Gas Company and Kordsa, Inc. For Approval Of Special Contract ORDER GRANTING THE PETITION TO INTERVENE FILED BY THE CONSUMER ADVOCATE This matter is before the Hearing Officer of the Tennessee Public Utility Commission ("Commission" or "TPUC") to consider the Petition to Intervene filed by the Consumer Advocate Unit in the Fina  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 (TNSsro) -- The Tennessee Public Utility Commission issued the following order (Docket No. 21-00121): In Re: Petition Of Teleport Communications Of America, LLC - TN For Review Of Growth Code Denial ORDER APPROVING PETITION FOR REVIEW OF CENTRAL OFFICE CODE DENIAL This matter is before the Hearing Officer of the Tennessee Public Utility Commission (the "Commission" or "TPUC"), upon the Petition of Teleport Communications of America, LLC - TN for Review of Central  more

JACKSON, Tennessee, Oct. 19 (TNSOps) -- Union University issued the following news release: The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning named Union alumnus Javier Garcia the 2021 CAEL Learner of the Year -- an award that celebrates an adult learner who has overcome multiple barriers to meet his or her educational goals. CAEL is a national organization that partners with institutions like Union University to support adult learners as they navigate education and employment. As advocates for   more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 19 (TNSGra) -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release: The University of Memphis received a grant supporting University-community partnerships aimed at leveraging the assets of Black, Latino and Indigenous adult learners from the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) and Coalition of Urban Serving Universities (USU) to identify and address barriers facing adult students of color. The UofM is focusing on enhancing college access a  more

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- The University of Tennessee System issued the following news release: The University of Tennessee System announced plans to extend the household income level for UT Promise scholarship recipients from $50,000 to $60,000. The announcement was made during the morning session of the Education, Research and Service Committee meeting, held in conjunction with UT's Board of Trustees fall meetings. "Increases in investments to the UT Promise Endowment mean even grea  more

ARLINGTON, Texas, Oct. 22 (TNSRes) -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA technology can reconstruct facial activity for VR, health care environments * * * A researcher at The University of Texas at Arlington is developing technology that would allow virtual reality users to see the facial expressions of the person they are interacting with online. VP Nguyen, an assistant professor of computer science, received a grant of nearly $250,000 fro  more