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NASHVILLE-Tennessee Fire Marshal Leslie A. Newman wants to remind Tennesseans to keep safe and warm as winter sets in across the state. But she urges residents to be cautious in the use of alternative heat sources.

NASHVILLE – The U.S. Congress has mandated that all full-power television stations convert their broadcast signals from analog to digital by the end of February 17, 2009. Television channels in Tennessee have been carrying public service announcements alerting the public to the switch to digital broadcasts that will occur. But it is understandable that questions might remain about how Tennesseans can navigate the conversion.

NASHVILLE - Technology tends to make life more convenient. Through the Internet, you can make travel arrangements, modify investment portfolios and secure loans. Products and services from around the globe are only a click away. Unfortunately, the same can be said for hackers and identity thieves.

NASHVILLE - With the holidays quickly approaching, millions of shoppers will go online for hassle-free shopping. If you plan to shop online, you should be aware that you may get more than you bargain for with internet scams and identity thieves targeting holiday shoppers. Taking precautions before you make those purchases can help ensure your online experience is a safe one. 

NASHVILLE – It’s the time of year when many employers hold open enrollment periods for their group health insurance plans. The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance provides the following tips to help you make the best decisions for you and your family.

Reminder to change your smoke alarm batteries this weekend

NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Fire Marshal Leslie A. Newman is reminding Tennesseans to change their smoke alarms’ batteries this weekend when they set back their clocks late Saturday night for daylight saving time.

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Athletic Commission recognized and approved four amateur sanctioning organizations at its meeting on September 30, 2008. These organizations are USA Boxing, the World Karate Association, the International Kickboxing Federation and the International Sport Kickboxing Association.

NASHVILLE - Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Leslie Newman cautions insurance consumers about replacing or liquidating their annuities, particularly those that may be underwritten by the AIG insurance companies, despite the current volatility in financial markets.

NASHVILLE - With the Federal Reserve agreeing to an $85 billion loan to American Insurance Group (AIG), Tennessee policyholders of its subsidiary American General Life and Accident Insurance Company (AGLA) might have questions. Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Leslie Newman says the state is confident AGLA is fully capable of continuing to honor the claims and other obligations it has to its policyholders.

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Athletic Commission has elected its officers and is in the process of adopting its rules, approving forms and fees governing events related to the combat sports of boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA).