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Multiple Agencies Take Action to Thwart Invasive Plants

Thursday, January 07, 2010 | 12:25 pm
Tennessee is joining other states to eradicate Cogongrass, an invasive plant in the Southeast
Tennessee is joining other states to eradicate Cogongrass, an invasive plant in the Southeast
NASHVILLE –A consortium of state and federal agencies, along with several private organizations in Tennessee, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding as part of an ongoing effort to safeguard the state’s resources from the potential impact of the most threatening non-native invasive plants. 
 
The MOU establishes a clear path for a strategic plan to be developed, pooling resources to prevent these species from getting a foothold in Tennessee. In addition, the MOU outlines the provision for a public information point source and a citizen reporting system if these species are detected. 
Agriculture, Environment & Conservation, Transportation

Bear Trace Golf Course Designated 2009 Groundwater Guardian Green Site

Tuesday, January 05, 2010 | 12:33 pm
The Bear Trace Is Named Groundwater Guardian Green Site
The Bear Trace Is Named Groundwater Guardian Green Site
Harrison Bay State Park’s Bear Trace Golf Course First Site in State Recognized by Groundwater Foundation

 
HARRISON, Tenn. – The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay State Park was recently designated as a 2009 Groundwater Guardian Green Site as a result of the groundwater-friendly practices implemented at the golf course. The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay is currently the only site in Tennessee with this designation from The Groundwater Foundation. 
Environment & Conservation

Environment and Conservation Offers Tips for a Greener Holiday

Wednesday, December 16, 2009 | 12:14 pm
Green Holiday Tip: Make wrapping paper out of old newspapers, comics and out-of-date maps.
Green Holiday Tip: Make wrapping paper out of old newspapers, comics and out-of-date maps.
Resolve to Create Less Waste in 2010

NASHVILLE – Americans throw away up to 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than at any other time of the year, but with some simple tips, you can make your holidays green and save a little money.
 
“From giving environmentally friendly gifts to unique decorating tips, there are a host of simple steps we can take to reduce waste without sacrificing tradition,” said Environment and Conservation Commissioner Jim Fyke. “These tips reflect ways we can celebrate the holidays and still treat the earth with kindness.”
Environment & Conservation

Seven Tennessee Sites Added to the National Register of Historic Places

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 | 11:28 am
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Historical Commission has announced seven Tennessee sites have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register of Historic Places is the nation’s official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation. It is part of a nationwide program that coordinates and supports efforts to identify, evaluate and protect historic resources. The Tennessee Historical Commission administers the program in Tennessee.
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