The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announced the 2025 muzzleloader and archery deer season starting Nov. 8 with varied bag limits across different units.

New regulations in Tennessee will require a Deer Bait Privilege License starting August 1, 2026, costing $50 for residents. Drones for deer recovery await TWRA's finalized rules.

Tennessee State Parks introduced new paddling launches to aid adventures with disabilities, adding to previously equipped parks and enhancing overall accessibility.

Tennessee's Free Hunting Day on August 23, 2025, coincides with squirrel season opening and permits hunting without a license, while maintaining regular hunting regulations.

Cookeville breaks ground on new park amenities, including a splash pad, playground, and parking lot, with the project based on community feedback and expected to be complete by Spring 2026.

Henry Horton State Park in Tennessee introduces a new accessible 1.5-mile greenway with amenities exploring local ecosystem and history, funded by environmental grants and in-kind labor.

Tennessee's spring turkey hunting season ended with a harvest of 29,037 birds, an 8% decrease from 2024 and 13% below the five-year average, partly due to poor weather and low turkey reproduction in 2023.

The Nashville Zoo announced the birth of a red river hog piglet named Chive, born unexpectedly to mother Tater. Initially found weak, Chive is recovering and being hand-reared to become an ambassador for wildlife conservation.

Clarksville starts planting trees along Spring Creek Parkway in an aesthetic and practical initiative to create a natural barrier and enhance the area's beauty.

Brentwood's Windy Hill Park, a former makeshift airport, will soon feature aviation-themed attractions, including a playground and mural, preserving its history as Windy Hill Airport.

TWRA announces application dates (Feb 5-26) for Tennessee Elk Quota Hunts, with 17 permits available plus one for youth and another auctioned for conservation funds.

Nashville's MNPD is increasing security for New Year's Eve, focusing on the Bicentennial Mall event with performers like Jelly Roll and Keith Urban. Transparent bags are mandatory inside the venue, while road closures will affect surrounding areas.

The Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park will host the Tennessee Timeline event, featuring living history exhibits from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, free of charge.