Governor Bill Lee is releasing the details of his plan to change public-school funding. Under the Republican Governor’s plan revealed yesterday, the state will direct around nine billion dollars over the next several years to give each kindergarten through 12th grader a specific amount for their education. Governor Lee’s formula includes base funding, additional funding for student-specific weights, direct funding, and outcome spending. It also includes extra funding for charter schools with Lee saying that public schools are charter schools and charter schools are public schools.
It’s now easier for Robertson County Outdoor Enthusiasts to buy a hunting or fishing license. In the past, licenses expired on Feb. 28, and the new license was good through the following Feb. 28, regardless of when it was purchased. Now licenses will be good for 365 days from the date of purchase. An annual Sportsman’s License costs $166 and requires no supplemental licenses or permits, except for the federal migratory bird license
FedEx says it’s suspending service to and from Ukraine. The Memphis-based shipping giant announced yesterday services to and from the eastern European country will be suspended until further notice. FedEx says the safety of its team members is its top priority.
Tennessee doesn’t fare well in a new WalletHub study revealing the most “sinful” states. WalletHub compared the states across nearly 50 indicators of immoral or illicit behavior, ranging from violent crimes per capita, and gambling to hostile internet comments. The study ranks Tennessee as the sixth most sinful state. Nevada is ranked as the most sinful state, while Idaho is the least sinful.
