SUMMARY: The Anderson County Rescue Squad has undergone significant changes in the past year, notably adding in-house scuba training to enhance their capabilities. The program, led by water rescue captain Jacob Cber, aims to certify members in various levels of scuba diving for effective water rescue operations. Initially comprised of just 12 members, the squad has grown to 38, with three recently graduating from basic scuba training. The squad is also planning to expand its training opportunities to the general public, with upcoming sessions scheduled for next month. More information will be available on their website, wbir.com.

Teh new training lets the squad make sure people are able to help out in some of their hardest situations.

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SUMMARY: Tennessee’s social services are struggling, leaving many mothers, especially those in low-income households, facing difficulties after the state banned abortion. Despite some improvements, such as extending Medicaid coverage, women still face a fragmented safety net. Research highlights the lack of maternal care, doctor shortages, and insufficient government nutrition programs like WIC. Nonprofits attempt to fill gaps but are hindered by limited resources and bureaucratic challenges. Critics argue that while Tennessee’s pro-life policies aim to protect families, the lack of adequate support for mothers undermines this goal. Many mothers feel unsupported and overburdened by the state’s insufficient safety nets.

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SUMMARY: Tennessee’s unemployment rate in November is 3.5%, with 91 of 94 counties having a rate below 5%. Moore and Williamson counties have the lowest at 2.6%, while Unicoi County, affected by Hurricane Helene, has the highest at 6%. Unicoi and seven other counties are eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance through FEMA. The state added 6,300 nonfarm jobs, with significant growth in healthcare and social services. Tennessee’s labor force participation rate is 59.4%, lower than the national average of 62.7%. The national unemployment rate is 4.2%.

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