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NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s Division of Consumer Affairs announces a free document shredding/drug takeback event in Jackson on Saturday, June 9, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CDT). Residents of Madison County and surrounding areas will have an opportunity to safely dispose of expired or unneeded medications and shred their personal documents or records during an event aimed at promoting identity theft prevention and consumer protection.

NASHVILLE – As the school year comes to a close, many students are searching for a way to earn money during summer break. The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is advising Tennesseans of all ages to be wary of job announcements that promise more than they can deliver.

Between June 1 and 15, you have the chance to win $200 worth of local meats from a Tennessee farm.

KNOXVILLE - A Sevier county man has been indicted on one count of tax evasion after an investigation led by the Special Investigations Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue. John Wisniewski, 57, was arrested yesterday by Revenue Special Agents at his home. Bond was set at $10,000.

The state of Tennessee’s annual financial report is recognized by the organization that sets standards of state accounting and financial reporting.

NASHVILLE – As the school year comes to a close, many Tennesseans will soon embark on family vacations. The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) reminds travelers to incorporate fire safety into travel plans when hitting the road for your summer retreat.

Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Ware Manufacturing, Inc. today announced that the company will expand in Hawkins County. The pet products manufacturer and distributer will create 32 new jobs and invest $1.1 million in Surgoinsville.

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, First Lady Crissy Haslam, Tennessee Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Many-Bears Grinder and Tennessee Military Department Adjutant General, Major General Terry “Max” Haston paid tribute to seven service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice during the state’s Memorial Day service today.

The Tennessee Forestry Commission will meet June 6 at 9 a.m. CDT in the front conference room of the Bruer Building located at 406 Hogan Road in Nashville, Tenn.

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (“TDCI”) Securities Division is alerting Tennessee consumers to be wary of advertising related to the transfer of funds from Individual Retirement Accounts (“IRAs”) into what have been advertised as “Cryptocurrency IRAs endorsed by the IRS.”

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced a $2,500 reward for information leading to the apprehension, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Cordell Breighner on July 15, 2017.

The weather forecast is calling for a wet Memorial Day weekend for much of Tennessee. Despite the rain, you can still experience fun on a nearby farm with family and friends.

NASHVILLE – As part of the North American Securities Administrators Association’s (NASAA) crackdown on fraudulent cryptocurrency activities, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division warns consumers about the financial dangers of crypto-schemes that prey on consumers.

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Burns Phillips today announced county unemployment rates decreased in all 95 counties across Tennessee in April and all counties are at or below 5 percent. “Our investments in education and workforce development are showing results in all corners of the state and to have such low unemployment rates in each county is great news for every Tennessean,” Haslam said. “Tennessee will lead in job recruitment because we are focused on developing a high quality workforce.”