Tennessee's maximum interest rate is set at 12.30% effective September 24, 2024, calculated using a 4% margin above the current 8.30% prime rate. The rate, updated weekly, affects loans and credit lines.

The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court upheld Tennessee's Adult Entertainment Act, a victory acknowledged by AG Skrmetti after legal contention over free speech and community standards.

The Nashville CRC will host a Fall Employment & Resource Fair on September 26 for those post-incarceration and unemployed to meet employers and access services.

Six Tennessee schools received the 2024 National Blue Ribbon designation for academic excellence or closing achievement gaps.

The TFWC is weighing increased hunting and fishing license fees to combat rising conservation costs, with proposed hikes of 28% for licenses and 22% for boating fees. Public feedback is sought before a December vote.

Tennessee's Division of Forestry extends restrictions on motorized vehicles and camping in Pickett State Forest until 2025 to combat ecological damage.

Mayor Freddie O'Connell named Jenneen Kaufman Reed as Nashville’s Finance Director, starting January 2025, applauding her expertise and previous experience.

Rutherford County School Board voted to ban four books, while allowing three others to remain in school libraries amidst debate on content appropriateness.

Tennessee's unemployment rate rose to 3.1% last month, a minor increase from its historic low, while still noting an improvement over last year's figures.

Tennessee's August revenues of $1.548 billion were slightly above projections, showing fiscal stability and a 2.40% growth over last year, despite a fall in corporate tax revenue due to recent tax legislation.

The Metro Nashville Police Department faced a resolution for a zero-tolerance sexual misconduct policy, influenced by community organizations and advocate testimonies regarding the inadequacy of existing measures.

Tennessee is allocating an additional $20 million from lawsuit proceeds to support community efforts in battling the opioid crisis, adding to the previous $78 million distribution.

Tennessee's maximum interest rate is now 12.50% as announced by Commissioner Gonzalez, tied to the Federal Reserve's prime loan rate plus a 4% margin.