East Tennessee law enforcement agencies, including the Loudon County Sheriff's Office, have launched Operation Southern Slowdown to reduce speeding-related crashes and fatalities.

The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission approved wildlife and boating regulations, including wildlife proclamations and a permanent rule for boating safety exams.

Tennessee's annual sales tax holiday is happening from July 25-27, allowing savings on certain items like clothing and computers for back-to-school season.

Maryville College appoints alumna Marcia Kilby as the new chair of its Board of Directors, succeeding C. Michael Davis Jr., with a focus on continuing the institution's growth and educational mission.

Clarksville celebrated the 35th ADA anniversary by honoring Diedra Gobin and committing to disability access with its Access Enhancement Project, now trackable online.

Joe Pitts is re-elected as Chairman of the Greater Nashville Regional Council, with the council also re-electing other board officers. GNRC's budget aims to bolster local services and infrastructural projects.

Officer Marty Carson is named the new Public Affairs Officer for the Franklin Police Department, praised for his extensive community engagement and policing experience.

The Dickson Driver Services Center in Tennessee is temporarily closing for remodeling starting July 16, 2025, and an interim facility will open at Nashville State Community College Dickson Campus.

Nashville appoints Masami Tyson as Chief of Staff; Marjorie Pomeroy-Wallace transitions to Chief Strategy Officer.

Metro Nashville's Division of Purchases received the Quality Public Procurement Department distinction from NIGP for adhering to industry best practices.

Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions sets new 10.67% annual cap on home loan interest rates, effective August 2025, following Public Chapter 290 guidelines.

Tennessee's max interest rate is set at 11.5%, linked to the prime rate plus a 4% ceiling. Changes depend on future prime rate shifts and are announced weekly. This affects local loan costs.

The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission announces a one-day meeting on July 11 in Nashville to discuss wildlife, boating regulations, and safety rules.