SUMMARY: The Tennessee Nuclear Energy Advisory Council has recommended the introduction of a new tax credit to attract nuclear energy investments and to include nuclear energy facilities in the Certified Green Energy Production Facilities tax break to enhance the state’s supply chain. Additionally, a dedicated jobs tax credit is proposed for companies investing in nuclear jobs. A three-year pilot program, the Tennessee Nuclear Energy Workforce Center, aims to improve workforce development in the sector. The report, announced by Gov. Bill Lee, outlines 19 recommendations focusing on cost management, supply chain growth, workforce training, regulatory efficiency, and coalition building to meet future energy demands.

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SUMMARY: A train crash in Suar County has resulted in one fatality. The incident occurred around noon on Butler Road in Fountain Head, Portland, involving a single vehicle. Multiple agencies responded to the scene. Amber Holland identified her mother as the deceased, stating that police informed her the train’s warning lights malfunctioned and there were no crossing gates at the intersection. Holland described her mother as a generous person who often helped others and cooked for the homeless. Authorities are continuing their investigation, and no official statements have been released yet.

The crash reportedly happened on Butler Road near Fountain Head Road at approximately 12 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22.

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SUMMARY: Fluoride in drinking water is a controversial topic, with 63% of Americans, including those in Shelby County, receiving water with added fluoride. Studies show it helps prevent cavities and save money in the long term. However, some experts, like Robert Kennedy Jr., advocate for its removal, citing concerns over a potential link between high fluoride levels and lower IQs in children. Pediatricians and water experts argue that the fluoride levels in Shelby County are safe, well below the EPA’s maximum, and that fluoride benefits outweigh the risks, with further research needed for clarity.

When you turn on your tap in Shelby County, a small amount of fluoride is mixed in with the water that comes out. It was mixed into the drinking water decades ago to help prevent tooth decay. But, not everyone is smiling about it after recent debates. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/health/what-is-fluoride-and-why-is-it-in-our-drinking-water/article_e1e26ff0-a850-11ef-ba85-bf0e75bd6670.html

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