On Tuesday, Congressman Steve Cohen wrote a letter to Gov. Bill Lee advocating for a TCAP waiver for Crestview students. Last week, Lee refused to grant a waiver which would excuse those students from standardized testing after their schools were destroyed two weeks ago. The letter read: In light of the devastating EF3 tornado that touched down in Covington, Tennessee on … [Read more...] about Congressman Steve Cohen sent Gov. Bill Lee a letter asking that TCAP be waived for Crestview students
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Bill Lee refused a TCAP waiver for Covington students whose schools were destroyed in EF-3 tornadoes
Their homes and schools were catastrophically damaged after taking a direct hit from an EF-3 tornado two weeks ago and today Crestview families received more bad news: Gov. Bill Lee won't grant them an exception for next week's Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program testing. "Tipton County Schools was notified by state officials today that Crestview Elementary and … [Read more...] about Bill Lee refused a TCAP waiver for Covington students whose schools were destroyed in EF-3 tornadoes
Gov. Bill Lee declares COVID-19 no longer health emergency in Tennessee
On Tuesday morning Gov. Bill Lee announced the end of statewide health mandates and regulations related to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. “COVID-19 is now a managed public health issue in Tennessee and no longer a statewide public health emergency,” said Lee. “As Tennesseans continue to get vaccinated, it’s time to lift remaining local restrictions, focus on economic … [Read more...] about Gov. Bill Lee declares COVID-19 no longer health emergency in Tennessee
Gov. Bill Lee urges Tennesseans to confront ‘sobering reality’ and wear masks
Today the Pfizer vaccine was distributed to hospital around Tennessee and Gov. Bill Lee spoke at both Vanderbilt Hospital and the Regional One Medical Center in Memphis. What was supposed to be a celebratory speech for the vaccines’ arrival turned into a speech where Lee repeatedly referred to the case increases, the more than 5,000 deaths, and Tennessee’s ranking as the … [Read more...] about Gov. Bill Lee urges Tennesseans to confront ‘sobering reality’ and wear masks
Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced today the State of Tennessee’s recommendations to reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year. “Providing parents a choice in their children’s education is incredibly important,” said Gov. Lee. “In-person learning is the medically sound, preferred option. Our state is doing everything we can to work with local school districts and ensure … [Read more...] about Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
April 22: Tipton’s case count at 83 for third straight day
For three straight days Tipton County's number of confirmed cases has been 83. Though the county averaged two new cases per day, an outbreak at the Mason prison caused the number of cases to increase from 56 on Sunday. The number of tests completed for Tipton County residents – the state attributes its positives to the county of residence – increased by only 10 from Tuesday. … [Read more...] about April 22: Tipton’s case count at 83 for third straight day
As he prepares to re-open the state, Gov. Bill Lee stresses importance of social distancing
As Gov. Bill Lee announced Monday Tipton was one of 89 counties set to reopen on May 1 he reiterated the importance of social distancing. "It is more true than ever today that our efforts in social distancing are important. They're important so we can, in fact, open businesses. And we can, in fact, open the next phase and begin to move out safely into the community," Lee said. … [Read more...] about As he prepares to re-open the state, Gov. Bill Lee stresses importance of social distancing
April 14: A PSA, an extended stay at home order and today’s numbers
On Monday, Gov. Bill Lee extended his statewide stay at home order until April 30. Local mayors will likely also update their orders to stay consistent with Lee's order (and local executive orders are updated every seven days). Lee announced the development of the Economic Recovery Group on Monday, which will focus on a phased reboot of the state economy. "The group will be … [Read more...] about April 14: A PSA, an extended stay at home order and today’s numbers
