Street replaces Brown who resigned at the end of March
 
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced attorney Stacy Street as the Criminal Court Judge, Part II, for the First Judicial District, effective immediately.
 
Street takes over for former Judge Lynn Brown who resigned at the end of March after serving in the position since 1988. The First Judicial District includes Carter, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington counties.

Business Centers to Add 245 New Positions in Tennessee

NASHVILLE  —  Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty along with Windham Professionals announced today the company will expand operations at its two Tennessee locations.  The expansions will add an additional 150 positions in Alcoa, Tenn. and 95 positions in Hendersonville, Tenn. and represents an investment of $500,000. 

Outdoor Power Equipment Company to Add 225 New Positions in Weakley County

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty along with MTD Consumer Group Inc. officials announced today the company will expand operations at its Martin, Tenn. facility, adding 225 positions in Weakley County.

Tillman replaces late Chancellor Billy Joe White who passed away in November 2012

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced the appointment of Andrew Tillman as chancellor of the Eighth Judicial District Chancery Court effective immediately.

Tillman replaces late Chancellor Billy Joe White who passed away in November 2012 after serving on the bench for 35 years. The Eighth Judicial District includes Campbell, Claiborne, Fentress, Scott and Union counties.

Auto Supplier to Create 200 Jobs, Invest $28 Million

NASHVILLE  —  Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty along with HP Pelzer Automotive Systems officials announced today the company will locate a new 185,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at the Mt. Verd Industrial Park in Athens, Tenn.  HP Pelzer, a leading worldwide supplier of automotive acoustic and interior trim parts, will create 200 jobs and invest $28 million at the McMinn County facility. 

Expresses deep appreciation for Mark Emkes’ service to the State of Tennessee

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced that Finance and Administration Commissioner Mark Emkes will be leaving the administration at the end of May to enjoy retirement and spend more time with his wife in her home country of Spain.

“I am grateful to Mark for the job he’s done as the state’s chief financial officer during the past two and a half years,” Haslam said.  “We’ve presented three responsible, thoughtful and strategic budgets, and he has played a significant role in those efforts.

Legislation includes new health related investments

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today unveiled additions to the FY 2013-2014 budget to be considered by the General Assembly in the coming weeks.  

The governor presented his original budget for FY 2013-14 on January 28, and the supplemental appropriations amendment to SB 502/HB 507 includes additional funding.

Short Springs State Natural Area

Special Activities Across Tennessee Kick Off April 6

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau announced today that April 7–13 will commemorate Tennessee State Natural Areas Week.  The annual celebration will officially kick off on Saturday, April 6, with activities planned throughout the week such as wildflower hikes, canoe trips, guided tours and volunteer efforts.

Leverages federal dollars to purchase private health insurance for Tennesseans without access

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today unveiled his plan to pursue real health care reform in the state.

Haslam announced that he will not expand TennCare rolls under the Affordable Care Act but instead is working to leverage the available federal dollars to purchase private health insurance for Tennesseans who would not otherwise have access to coverage.

Innovative Wireless Radio Controlled LED Street Lighting Systems to be Assembled in Hamilton County

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty and Don Lepard, president and CEO of Global Green Lighting (GGL), announced the company’s plans to hire as many as 250 people at a newly established lighting assembly facility in Chattanooga. The move is creating jobs for Tennesseans by bringing subcontracted production back from China.