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TN a More Popular Travel Destination Than Ever
SEVIERVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam announced on Tuesday the state’s tourism impact reached an all-time high of $18.4 billion in 2015. The figure is an increase from the $17.7 billion spent in 2014. “More travelers from around the world…
Read More17th in Population, 12th in Traffic Accidents
According to new statistics released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Tennessee saw a slight decrease in traffic fatalities in 2015 but still ranked 12th in the nation. The state saw a slight dip in 2015, totaling 958 traffic…
Read MoreZika Shock: 24 Local Cases of the Horrific Virus
The Tennessee Department of Health confirms there have been 24 persons diagnosed with Zika virus disease in Tennessee this year. Cases of locally transmitted Zika virus have been identified in a small area in Miami, Florida, but all cases in…
Read MoreTroubled BNA to Spend Over a Billion Dollars on Renovation
Nashville International Airport is embarking on an ambitious $1.2 billion renovation that will touch virtually every corner of the airport and change every aspect of the traveler’s experience. New parking, more security lines, larger baggage claim and ticketing areas, expanded…
Read MoreJuly and August Worst Months for Home Burglaries
According to the FBI, July and August have the highest number of home burglaries. If you’re going on vacation during these summer months, it’s important to keep your home safe while you’re away. You don’t want to tip off potential…
Read MoreTSA Security Chief Fired After Agency’s Continued Gross Incompetence
A House committee said Monday that the head of security operations at the Transportation Security Administration has been replaced. “Kelly Hoggan has been removed from his position as head of security at TSA,” the House Committee on Oversight and Government…
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