Tennessee County Unemployment remains Steady in October
November 20, 2022
Nashville, TN – Tennessee continues to experience low unemployment, despite a slight uptick in October’s monthly rate, according to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
The seasonally adjusted number for the month increased by just 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.5%. The state has had unemployment rates at or below 3.5% since January 2022.
Monitoring CWD Gets Easier with Introduction of New Tool
November 19, 2022
Nashville, TN – Tennessee deer hunters have just got a new tool for keeping their eyes on chronic wasting disease (CWD) in deer and elk herds in the state and across North America.
Since its discovery, CWD has been a major concern to hunters and wildlife professionals alike. Part of the concern has been the difficulty that state and provincial wildlife agencies have in coordinating and communicating information about CWD to hunters and other interested publics.
Officials with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and partners have had a CWD Response Plan in place since prior to the first confirmation of the disease in the state in late 2018.
Tennessee Deer Hunt Zones
Tennessee Gas Price Average drops Four Cents
November 12, 2022
Nashville, TN – After jumping up slightly on Halloween weekend, pump prices across Tennessee have since shifted lower.
The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.28 which is eight cents more expensive than one month ago and 13 cents more than one year ago.
TWRA announces 2022-23 Gun Hunting Season for Deer Opens November 19th
November 11, 2022
Nashville, TN – Tennessee’s 2022-23 statewide gun hunting season for deer opens Saturday, November 19th. The season traditionally opens each year on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving. During gun season, sportsmen may also use muzzleloaders or archery equipment.
“Deer hunting season is one of our state’s most cherished traditions,” said Jason Maxedon, Executive Director of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). “We hope everyone will be able to get into the woods and have the opportunity to carry someone with you to continue the tradition.”
Tennessee Gas Prices drop Six Cents
October 24, 2022
Tennessee is the 6th least expensive market in the nation
Nashville, TN – Gas prices across Tennessee fell for the second week in a row, dropping six cents, on average, over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.31 which is nearly 13 cents more expensive than one month ago and 15 cents more than one year ago.
“Relatively steady oil prices alongside continued lingering fears of an economic recession are helping to keep downward pressure on pump prices,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The downward trend is likely to continue this week, making pump prices a little less scary as we head in Halloween.”
Tennessee’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady in September
October 23, 2022
Nashville, TN – Unemployment in Tennessee remained unchanged between August and September, according to data released Thursday by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD).
The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for September came in at 3.4% and is just 0.2 of a percentage point away from Tennessee’s all-time low rate of 3.2%.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee proclaims October 16th-22nd as Tennessee Forest Products Week
October 20, 2022
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed October 16th – 22nd, 2022 as Tennessee Forest Products Week. He encourages residents to recognize and celebrate our forests and the renewable resources they provide as an important part of our state’s history, economy, culture, and well-being.
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry (TDF) is celebrating with the Tennessee Forestry Association and their shared ForestryWorks program.
Logging in Tennessee
Tennessee Gas Prices Fall Two Cents
October 18, 2022
Nashville, TN – After last week’s dramatic jump in pump prices, gas prices across Tennessee have reversed course and fell, on average, two cents over the course of last week.
The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.37 which is nearly 14 cents more expensive than one month ago and 27 cents more than one year ago.
“Pump price increases were minimized last week due to lingering fears of a global economic recession which helped pulled crude oil prices lower,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group.
“It’s likely that Tennessee gas prices will continue to fluctuate this week, however, it does seem like Tennesseans can expect pump prices to trend slightly lower overall, especially if gasoline demand remains low and crude oil prices hold steady or decline,” Cooper stated.
Quick Facts
- 18% of Tennessee gas stations have prices below $3.25
- The lowest 10% of pump prices are $3.18 for regular unleaded
- The highest 10% of pump prices are $3.70 for regular unleaded
- Tennessee is the 6th least expensive market in the nation
National Gas Prices
Fears of a global economic recession led to a major drop in the price of crude, down $7, which helped to minimize pump price increases last week. Meanwhile, domestic gasoline demand decreased as fewer drivers fueled up in the first half of October. According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gas demand decreased nationally from 9.47 million b/d to 8.28 million b/d, and total domestic gasoline stocks increased by 2 million bbl to 209.5 million bbl.
Lower gasoline demand, amid increasing supply and fluctuating oil prices, has contributed to the national average moving downward. If demand continues to drop coupled with a slide in oil prices, drivers could see increases in prices at the pump start to slow and even come down through the week.
The national average pump price for a gallon of gas decreased three cents over the past week to hit $3.88. Today’s national average of $3.88 is 20 cents higher than a month ago and 56 cents more than a year ago.
National Oil Market Dynamics
At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI decreased by $3.50 to settle at $85.61. Crude prices decreased last week as global economic fears pulled crude prices lower.
For this week, crude prices could continue to weaken as interest rates rise globally, which could lead to a recession. If a recession occurs, crude prices would likely reduce alongside demand.
Additionally, EIA’s latest weekly report showed that total commercial crude inventories increased by 9.9 million bbl to 439.1 million bbl.
Drivers can find current gas prices along their route using the AAA TripTik Travel planner.
Tennessee Regional Prices
- Most expensive metro markets – Jackson ($3.46), Memphis ($3.45), Knoxville ($3.38)
- Least expensive metro markets – Cleveland ($3.30), Chattanooga ($3.31), Johnson City ($3.32)
Tennessee Gas Price Averages
(Price per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline)
 |
Monday |
Sunday |
Week Ago |
Month Ago |
One Year Ago |
|
Tennessee |
$3.377 |
$3.383 |
$3.399 |
$3.241 |
$3.103 |
|
Chattanooga |
$3.313 |
$3.329 |
$3.357 |
$3.177 |
$3.102 |
|
Knoxville |
$3.385 |
$3.387 |
$3.391 |
$3.272 |
$3.098 |
|
Memphis |
$3.456 |
$3.455 |
$3.451 |
$3.307 |
$3.093 |
|
Nashville |
$3.381 |
$3.387 |
$3.422 |
$3.233 |
$3.148 |
|
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Debris Burn Permits are required beginning October 15th
October 11, 2022
Nashville, TN – In observance of National Fire Prevention Week October 9th – 15th, 2022 the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry reminds citizens that our state is heading into fall fire season.
Dry conditions and trees that shed their leaves heighten fire danger and a debris burn permit is required for leaf and brush piles beginning October 15th.
Tennessee Gas Prices creep up One Cent
October 5, 2022
Nashville, TN – The downward trend in Tennessee pump prices came to an end last week. The state gas price average increased slightly at the end of last week, likely due to the uncertainty surrounding the threat of Hurricane Ian, but then drifted lower over the weekend.
Today’s gas price average is only a penny more expensive than last Monday’s average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.18 which is nearly 21 cents less expensive than one month ago and nearly 29 more than one year ago.
