Bredesen Names John Morgan Deputy Governor
Released on Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - 10:32 am under
John Morgan
NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen today named John Morgan as Deputy to the Governor. Morgan replaces outgoing Deputy to the Governor Stuart Brunson, who announced plans to leave the administration earlier this month.
“John Morgan understands the organization and issues of state government as well as anyone I know,” said Bredesen. “He’s intelligent, well regarded and an outstanding leader. He will be a valuable addition to my team, and I’m very pleased he has agreed to continue his service to the state in this new role.”
Morgan is a 31-year veteran employee of the state of Tennessee. In 1999, he was elected Comptroller of the Treasury to replace retiring comptroller William R. Snodgrass and served five consecutive two-year terms as one of the state’s three constitutional officers.
Tennessee Launches Cervical Cancer Elimination Campaign
Released on Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - 1:07 pm underJanuary is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Comprehensive Cancer Control Coalition has launched a statewide campaign to eliminate cervical cancer in Tennessee. The Coalition urges all women to get a regular Pap test, the only screening test for cervical cancer, and encourages all young women to get the vaccine against the Human Papillomavirus that causes most cervical cancer. The effort begins this month as part of Tennessee’s participation in the nationwide observance of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.
Governor Bredesen Joins Board of Achieve Inc.
Released on Fri, Jan 16, 2009 - 12:11 pm underBipartisan Organization Dedicated to Raising Academic Standards
to Better Prepare Students
NASHVILLE - Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen has accepted an invitation to join the board of directors of Achieve Inc., a bipartisan nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. The board is comprised of six governors, three republican and three democrat, and six leading chief executive officers. Bredesen will fill a seat being vacated by North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley as his term as governor ends.
"The work of Achieve to develop more rigorous academic standards is better preparing our nation's students to succeed in both college and career, and I'm pleased to have the opportunity to become even more involved in this important work," said Bredesen.
Progress Rail Services Receives Governor's Safety Award
Released on Thu, Jan 15, 2009 - 1:17 pm underSafety Record Dates Back to 2004
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development Commissioner James Neeley announced that Progress Rail Services in Knoxville, Tenn. was chosen to receive the Governor’s Award of Excellence for Workplace Safety.
State Expands Forestland Conservation on South Cumberland
Released on Thu, Jan 15, 2009 - 12:59 pm underNASHVILLE – State Agriculture Commissioner Ken Givens today announced the recent acquisition of a 1,900-acre permanent conservation easement to expand the Big Forks Tree Farm and Wildlife Management Area on the Southern Cumberland Plateau. The acquisition is the culmination of a seven-year effort to bring more than 3,000 acres under conservation management in the area.
Tennessee Students Head to Washington As Senate Youth Program Delegates
Released on Thu, Jan 15, 2009 - 10:42 am underNASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Education today announced students John Angle of Franklin and Richard Herron of Dresden will be the 2009 delegates to the United State Senate Youth Program held in March.
Bredesen Requests Federal Farm Assistance for Giles and Macon Counties
Released on Thu, Jan 15, 2009 - 8:15 am underNASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen has requested a federal designation of agricultural disaster for Giles and Macon counties as a result of drought conditions during the 2008 growing season. Bredesen made the request this week in a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer.
“A disaster designation for these counties will be important for getting much needed federal assistance in the hands of farmers to help them recover from last year’s drought,” said Bredesen. “I’m pleased that USDA has acted on my earlier requests and I urge their consideration of these additional counties.”
Bredesen Appoints McClarty to Court of Appeals
Released on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 - 11:57 am underNASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen today appointed John Westley McClarty to the Tennessee Court of Appeals, Eastern Section. McClarty, who is a solo practitioner in Chattanooga, Tenn., fills a vacancy created in September by the Governor’s appointment of Sharon Gail Lee to the Tennessee Supreme Court.
“John McClarty has developed extensive civil and criminal trial experience in his career, and I am confident he will carry out his duties on the Court of Appeals in the same thoughtful and professional manner in which he has practiced law in Tennessee for more than 30 years,” said Bredesen. “I am pleased to appoint John to this seat, and I appreciate his willingness to serve in this position.”
Feeling "SAD" During the Winter Months?
Released on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 - 10:39 am underNASHVILLE—The winter season may bring about cold temperatures, dreary days and feelings of depression for many Tennesseans. These feelings may be caused by a condition known as seasonal affective disorder which tends to occur more often in the winter months, especially January and February. It is now estimated that 4-6 percent of the population suffers from SAD. It is four times more common in women than in men, but, when present, men may have more severe symptoms. Young adults are also more likely to suffer from SAD, but it is uncommon in people under 20.
Nominations are Open for Governor’s 2009 Environmental Stewardship Awards
Released on Wed, Jan 14, 2009 - 10:09 am underNASHVILLE – The Department of Environment and Conservation is inviting Tennesseans to submit nominations for the Governor’s 2009 Environmental Stewardship Awards. The awards recognize Tennesseans who go above and beyond to protect the state’s diverse environment.
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