Environment and Conservation
Tennessee State Parks Serve Traditional Thanksgiving Meal
Released on Mon, Nov 16, 2009 - 12:12 pm under
Tennessee State Park Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day
Enjoy Food, Friends and Family at Eight State Parks this Thanksgiving Day
NASHVILLE - Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family, while surrounding yourself with Tennessee’s natural wonders during this season of thanksgiving.
Tennessee State Park officials are pleased to announce that all eight state park restaurants will be open Thursday, Nov. 26, serving their annual Thanksgiving Day feast. Thanksgiving turkey and all the traditional trimmings, along with an assortment of desserts, will be available beginning at 11 a.m. until closing at state park restaurants across Tennessee. Selections and prices will vary depending on location, ranging from $10.95 to $14.95 (excluding drink and gratuity). Group reservations are recommended.
Bredesen Announces Recovery Act Funding for City of Crossville
Released on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 - 11:11 am underAward Represents Final State Revolving Fund Project to Use Recovery Act Funding
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today a $5 million low-interest loan for the city of Crossville in Cumberland County. The loan is funded through a combination of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and the State Revolving Fund loan program, and will fund a drinking water construction project. Forty percent of the funding is in the form of principal forgiveness, which does not have to be repaid.
Household Hazardous Waste Mobile Collection Service in Blount County on Nov. 14
Released on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 - 8:39 am underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Blount County on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Tennessee State Parks Announce Special Winter Rates
Released on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 - 9:16 am underOffering Quality Accommodations at an Exceptional Value, All in Your Own Backyard
NASHVILLE - Tennessee State Parks are now offering special winter rates for 360 villas and cabins, along with six state park inns from Nov. 1, 2009, through Feb. 28, 2010. With a Tennessee State Park within an hour’s drive of just about anywhere in the state, families and groups seeking unique recreation opportunities and high-quality accommodations can find the perfect getaway -- all at an exceptional value and a bit closer to home.
HHW Mobile Collection Service in Rutherford County on Nov. 7
Released on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 - 8:45 am underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Rutherford County on Saturday, Nov. 7.
TDEC Celebrates Grand Opening of New Montgomery Bell State Park Villas
Released on Tue, Oct 27, 2009 - 9:50 am under
Montgomery Bell unveils eight new, environmentally friendly villas
Premieres modern, energy efficient, environmentally responsible accommodations
NASHVILLE – Tennessee State Parks will unveil eight new, environmentally friendly villas at Montgomery Bell State Park at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 28, beginning at 2 p.m.
Bredesen Announces Third Round of Water and Wastewater Projects to Receive Recovery Act Funding
Released on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 - 12:24 pm underSeven Communities, Two Water Authorities and One Utility District Receive Funding
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke announced today that seven communities, two water authorities and one utility district have been approved to receive low-interest loans for water and wastewater infrastructure improvements. The funding comes from a combination of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and the State Revolving Fund Loan Program. Forty percent of the funding is in the form of principal forgiveness, which does not have to be repaid.
HHW Mobile Collection in Madison, Putnam and Sumner Counties -- Oct. 24
Released on Thu, Oct 15, 2009 - 7:36 am underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Madison, Putnam and Sumner counties on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Bicentennial Mall State Park to Hold Tennessee’s History Festival Oct. 23-24
Released on Wed, Oct 14, 2009 - 9:03 am under
Civil War re-enactors take part in Tennessee's History Festival
Event will feature outdoor drama “Liberty!” for first time in Nashville
NASHVILLE –The sixth annual Tennessee’s History Festival will be held Oct. 23-24 at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in Nashville. This event blends education and entertainment, allowing school groups and families alike to experience nearly five centuries of Tennessee history. Last year, the festival drew more than 6,000 visitors to the park.
Bredesen Proclaims Oct. 11-17 Earth Science Week in Tennessee
Released on Fri, Oct 09, 2009 - 10:34 am underEarth Science Week Toolkits Available to Teachers Across the State
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed Oct. 11-17 as Earth Science Week in Tennessee, promoting the important role that geology and other earth sciences play in Tennessee’s safety, health, welfare and economy.
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