A Jonesboro resident told a Senate committee that Bitcoin mining operations in Tennessee consume large amounts of power, create noise and e-waste, and deliver few permanent jobs; he urged statewide oversight and TVA scrutiny.

Tennessee officials warn of increasing methamphetamine purity exceeding 90% from organized trafficking.

On second reading the board rezoned roughly 101 acres near Waldron and Blair roads to PDR R3 and adopted a Waldron Road Infrastructure Development District to finance approximately $5.5 million in sewer improvements; the IDD assessment was described as about $1,500 per parcel per year for 30 years and Alderman Hobbs voted no, citing missing written commitments.

Legislators approve bills on charter schools, domestic violence registry, and open meetings.

Legislative amendments fund disaster relief and healthcare while cutting several community programs.

Legislators pass House Bills 361, 491, 1180, 486, and 487 in Tennessee session.

Council enacts zoning laws to enhance community health and safety standards.

Tennessee enacts law to designate Perry and Decatur County hospitals as critical access facilities.

Director outlines pilot project aims and hiring challenges amid opioid abatement funding discussions

Legislature approves new public welfare act to take effect upon becoming law.

Legislators debate criminal penalties for local officials and the impact of illegal immigration in Tennessee.