October 2006 News Archives

House Approves Gordon’s Alternative Fuel Measure
October 2, 2006, WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure authored by U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon to address some of the challenges involved in developing and transitioning to alternative sources of fuel.

Federal Grant Completes Funding For Dodson Branch Tornado Warning System
October 6, 2006, GAINESBORO – A $7,000 U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development grant will enable Jackson County officials to construct a tornado warning system at Dodson Branch School, U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon announced.

Federal Grant Allows WCTE-TV To Switch From Analog To Digital
October 10, 2006, COOKEVILLE – A $508,301 U.S. Department of Commerce grant will enable WCTE-TV to replace its analog production equipment and complete the station’s digital conversion, U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon announced.

Corps To Address Seepage Problems At Center Hill Dam
October 18, 2006, SMITHVILLE – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved plans for an extensive rehabilitation to address seepage problems at the foundation of Center Hill Dam, announced U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon.

Gordon Presents Purple Heart To Vietnam Veteran
October 18, 2006, WHITE HOUSE – On Tuesday (October 17), U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon surprised Greenbrier resident Michael Vest with the Purple Heart he earned but did not receive while serving in the Vietnam War.

Tennessee Schools To Receive NOAA Public Alert Radios
October 24, 2006, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Free Public Alert Radios that are being sent to public schools in Tennessee will give school personnel advance notice if hazardous weather is approaching, announced U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon.

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