Gov. Bill Lee is coordinating with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to secure federal resources ahead of this weekend’s winter storm in Tennessee.

Thursday, the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency provided an update ahead of a winter storm in the forecast for Middle Tennessee this weekend.

The Governor announced the news in a proclamation on Jan. 19

The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office proudly announce that applications from rescue squads are being accepted for $5 million in grant funding through the Rescue Squad Grant Program.

Tennesseans rang in the New Year with a special ode to their state's heritage as Governor Bill Lee and country music legend Dolly Parton debuted "Tennessee: The Original Frontier," a short film that paints a portrait of the state's rich history and cultural impact.

The honor arrives just in time for Parton's 80th birthday.

The Original Frontier, a new short film celebrating the iconic people, places, and events that define the state’s contributions to America.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee declared January 19 "Dolly Parton Day" to honor the singer's music and philanthropy.

A massive 2,000‑mile winter storm is set to bring snow, ice, and dangerous cold to more than half of the U.S. Millions are under weather alerts from the Southwest to the Northeast, with officials warning of major disruptions for days.