Environment

Tennessee Halts Plans for Psychiatric Hospital at Moccasin Bend

Tennessee suspends psychiatric hospital plans at Moccasin Bend due to archaeological findings.

TDEC Hosts Hazardous Waste Collection in Three Counties

TDEC will hold a mobile household hazardous waste collection in Bedford, Montgomery, and Sullivan counties on September 28.
Murfreesboro City Council Approves Hickerson Drive Closure for Town Creek Project
The Murfreesboro City Council has approved closing part of Hickerson Drive for the Town Creek daylighting project starting Spring 2025.
TDEC Announces $2.6 Million in Recreation Grants
TDEC awards $2.6 million for trail projects in eight Tennessee communities.
Montgomery Bell State Park Hosts Built Wild Days Event
Built Wild Days Event at Montgomery Bell State Park includes games, wildlife programs, and volunteer projects.
Mobile Hazardous Waste Collection in Three TN Counties
TDEC offers hazardous waste collection in Coffee, Decatur, and Dickson counties on Sept. 21.
Public Notice on Air Pollution Source Permit Applications
Public notification of permit applications for constructing or modifying air pollution sources in Nashville.
Nashville Mayor Announces New Director for Sustainable Cities Initiative
Mayor Freddie O'Connell appoints Robert L. James Jr. to lead Nashville's Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities I-Team.
14 Tennessee Counties Declared Natural Disaster Areas
FEMA has designated 14 Tennessee counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas.
Preparing for Hurricane Francine’s Impact
Hurricane Francine is expected to bring severe weather to Nashville starting Thursday.