News for Grundy County, Tennnessee
Because of Covid-19 Nissan Corp. is temporarily laying off about 10,000 workers at its auto-parts and vehicle-assembly plants in Mississippi and Tennessee and asking them to apply for state unemployment until the facilities re-open in late April. The cuts are hitting the auto maker’s assembly plants in Smyrna, TN and Canton, Mississippi, as well as …
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a major impact on Tennessee’s unemployment claims. According to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, the state is projected to pay more than 100,000 claims this week. Initial claims spiked to more than 250,000 in the last three-week period. The state will extend unemployment benefits to people who …
Over 250,000 Tennesseans Applied for Unemployment in the last 3 Weeks Read More »
Warren County Executive Jimmy Haley extended for another week the State of Emergency for Warren County in response to similar action by Gov. Lee. McMinnville Mayor Ben Newman urged residents to practice social distancing as they are able to walk, ride bikes and take part in other outdoor activities. Most city parks are open, but …
The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed additional cases of COVID-19 across the state on Tuesday, April 7. The update brings the total number of positive cases in the state to 4,325, including updated cases in Davidson County. Eight counties have zero cases, with Moore County being one of the eight. The state’s health department …
DREMC is committed to caring for our members and providing safe, reliable electric service – especially today. DREMC recognizes the seriousness of the situation as they focus on keeping members and employees safe under the strict COVID-19 safety requirements according to local, state and federal officials. DREMC’s authorized personnel continue to work outdoors maintaining power …
In response to Covid-19, Nissan is tapping into their spirit of innovation. At Nissan Smyrna and Decherd, they’re using 3D printing to produce headbands and face shields to donate to local healthcare workers who need protective gear. More than 3,000 face shields have already been completed and Nissan is looking to produce more than 1,000 …
Nissan Producing Headbands and Face Shields for Local Healthcare Workers Read More »
The Franklin County Solid Waste Department will be closing Wednesday at Joyce Lane at 4:30 PM and will not re-open again until 8:00 AM on April 16th. The Franklin County convenience centers will close Wednesday at 6:00 PM and not reopen until open at 8:00 AM April 16th. All sites will be open extended hours …
Franklin County Convenience Centers Closing through April 15 Read More »
It has come to the attention of the Tullahoma Police Department (TPD) that some people in the community have received phone calls where it looks like the number calling is coming from the Tullahoma Police Department. A subject then identifies themselves as a TPD officer and tries to get money from the caller by claiming …
The Coffee County Jail became a victim of an attempted cyber-attack and ransomware demand on Monday. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and state Homeland Security cyber experts are investigating. NewsChannel 5 reports that jail staff noticed electronic files being moved and then the entire system locked up. A message was sent to the jail demanding payment …
Coffee County Jail Dealing with Cyber and Ransomware Attack Read More »
On Monday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced $200 million in grants to be distributed to every county and city government across Tennessee for one-time, local expenses in fiscal year 2021. Funding is based on population as published by the US Census Bureau. Each county will receive at least $500,000, and each city or municipality will …
