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				<title>Nashville Schools Examines Its 2005-2006 Performance</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 18:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>nashville schools</category><category>adequate yearly progress</category><category>board of education</category><category>progress results</category><category>poverty schools</category><category>education reviews</category><category>tennessee</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nashville-schools-examines-its-2005-2006-performance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Nashville Schools Board of Education Reviews Adequate Yearly Progress Results  Every year, every school district in Tennessee must examine its performance from the pervious school year. This summer Nashville Schools had to do this as well. The Nashville Schools' Board of Education, which included]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/board+of+education" rel="tag">Board of Education</a> Reviews <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+yearly+progress" rel="tag">Adequate Yearly Progress</a> Results <br /><br /> Every year, every school district in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee" rel="tag">Tennessee</a> must examine its performance from the pervious school year. This summer Nashville Schools had to do this as well. The Nashville Schools' Board of Education, which included both the outgoing members from 2005-2006 and the incoming members from 2006-2007, reviewed the results from the Tennessee Adequate Yearly Progress. The results will help to pinpoint for Nashville Schools those areas that have improved and where continued progress is needed. Nashville Schools had both remarkable achievements in some areas and areas that continue to be a challenge. This is the third year that the majority of schools in the Nashville Schools have received a rating of Good Standing, the highest rating that can be given. The remaining schools had moved either up or down from the previous year. The number of schools in Good Standing was 81 which is the same number as last year. <br /><br /> Possibly the biggest gain this year for Nashville Schools is that some of the schools categorized as high <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/poverty+schools" rel="tag">poverty schools</a> received Good Standing ratings. Two schools Kirkpatrick and Napier Elementary Schools achieved a Good Standing rating for the first time since the Tennessee Adequate Yearly Progress was established. These two schools are two of the highest poverty schools in Nashville School District. There ratings reflect the effort that the students, teachers, parents and principals put in last school year. <br /><br /> But many schools did not receive a rating of Good Standing or even the same rating as last year. Many of these schools received a lower rating than previously. This indicates that there are still lots of areas that still need improvement. Nashville Schools has made the commitment to strive for every school to receive a Good Standing rating. Each summer the Nashville Schools' Board of Education meets to determine what steps can be taken to improve the coming school year's scores. The difficulty is that there are a variety of factors that can influence the rating. A small adjustment in one area could affect the overall standing. With this in mind the Board tries to find a way to make every school a school that rates Good Standing. <br /><br /> One of the biggest concerns for the Nashville Schools' Board of Education is the size of the District. Nashville Schools currently has around 74,000 students and must provide educational opportunities that meet the needs of this student population. Nashville School District includes both Nashville and Davidson Counties, so there are logistic concerns also. Nashville Schools are very confident about how this school year will proceed. The Nashville Schools Board of Education is a nine member body that is elected at the end of every school year composed of educators, community leaders and administrators. The members are elected in a public vote by the citizens of the Nashville School District. The Board believes that there is a real potential for all the schools to gain ratings of Good Standing by summer of 2007.   <bio>Stacy Andell is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information on Nashville schools visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Get Cheap Car Insurance In Nashville Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:19:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>cheap car insurance</category><category>car insurance policy</category><category>auto insurance policy</category><category>financial responsibility</category><category>nashville auto</category><category>responsibility requirements</category><category>tennessee department of safety</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-cheap-car-insurance-in-nashville-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Tennessee is one of the several states that doesn't have minimum liability car insurance requirements. Rather, the state has financial responsibility requirements; therefore, cheap car insurance in Nashville can be obtained in a variety of different ways to meet the financial responsibility]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tennessee is one of the several states that doesn't have minimum liability car insurance requirements. Rather, the state has <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+responsibility" rel="tag">financial responsibility</a> requirements; therefore, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+car+insurance" rel="tag">cheap car insurance</a> in Nashville can be obtained in a variety of different ways to meet the financial <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/responsibility+requirements" rel="tag">responsibility requirements</a> as well as your own financial needs. <br /><br /> The following are ways you can meet Tennessee's financial responsibility requirements: <br /><br /> =95 An auto insurance card (the kind you keep in your glove compartment) <br /><br /> =95 Other written proof (such as a file or binder) from an Tennessee auto insurance company affirming you have a policy that meets financial responsibility requirements <br /><br /> =95 A certificate issued by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+department+of+safety" rel="tag">Tennessee Department of Safety</a> (DOS) affirming you've posted a cash deposit or bond that meets financial responsibility requirements <br /><br /> =95 A certificate issued by the Tennessee DOS affirming you've qualified as a self-insurer (to provide insurance/money yourself) <br /><br /> Cheap car insurance in Nashville will come from whichever one of the above financial responsibility choices works best for you. Remember, if you aren't in a financial situation that allows you to post cash deposits or bond, or self-insure, there's nothing obsolete about a good old fashioned Nashville <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/auto+insurance+policy" rel="tag">auto insurance policy</a>. You can still save month on those, too. <br /><br /> =95 Make your insurance premium payments quarterly, or every six months, rather than every month. This can help cut down on additional fees. <br /><br /> =95 Raise your deductible. Even though this means you'll have to pay more money out of your own pocket in the event of an accident, raising your deductible also means you pay a cheaper Nashville car insurance premium. <br /><br /> =95 Purchase multi-line insurance. If you already have an insurance policy from a particular company (for example, a homeowner's insurance policy), find out if you can purchase an affordable Nashville <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/car+insurance+policy" rel="tag">car insurance policy</a>, too. Many insurance companies offer discounts for purchasing more than one line of insurance with them, which means you could end up saving money on both insurance policies.   <bio>The sites that I recommend <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/car/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> Cheapest Car Insurance <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Multi-Line.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Multi-Line.shtml</a> Fast Car and Home Quotes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Find The Most Affordable Nashville Tennessee Home Loans</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2007 12:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>tennessee home loans</category><category>nashville tennessee</category><category>mortgage broker</category><category>buying a house</category><category>time consuming</category><category>money in your pocket</category><category>fighting traffic</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-the-most-affordable-nashville-tennessee-home-loans</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for the most affordable Nashville Tennessee home loans, you already know how difficult and time consuming that can be. Let's face it, this is one big city and there are a lot of real estate professionals out there, all vying for your business.  But does it have to be this way?]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are looking for the most affordable Nashville <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+home+loans" rel="tag">Tennessee home loans</a>, you already know how difficult and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/time+consuming" rel="tag">time consuming</a> that can be. Let's face it, this is one big city and there are a lot of real estate professionals out there, all vying for your business. <br /><br /> But does it have to be this way? Does it have to be time consuming and even confusing? The answer is no. <br /><br /> Rather than investing hour upon hour <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fighting+traffic" rel="tag">fighting traffic</a> as you attempt to visit one <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+broker" rel="tag">mortgage broker</a> after another, you can now use the Internet to find the best broker that can service your account. It is not as hard as it may appear. Not if you begin with a few thoughts in mind. <br /><br /> First of all, and this is important, when you begin searching for a mortgage broker make sure that you work with one who has years of experience in securing the best and most affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+tennessee" rel="tag">Nashville Tennessee</a> home loans. There is a reason why this experience is important to you as a buyer. Companies with years of experience will most often have more access to different programs and options. What this means to you is a wider choice of options, and that can mean real savings, in real dollars, each and every month. There is little argument that for most families and individuals alike, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buying+a+house" rel="tag">buying a house</a> is the biggest investment that they will make in their lifetime. <br /><br /> Every increase in the rate that you agree to is more money out of your pocket each month. Likewise, every decrease in rate that you agree to is more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/money+in+your+pocket" rel="tag">money in your pocket</a> each month. The only way to move between these two is through having a wide choice of options from different lending agencies, and that is where your mortgage broker comes in. Experienced brokers will have access to many more options than the newer brokers when it comes to offering the best Nashville Tennessee home loans. <br /><br /> Second, it is important to find a broker who will be there when you need to ask questions or have something explained to you. Just because they are accessible through online methods does not release them from the responsibility of having a real person available to answer your questions and address your concerns. Look for a company that offers a toll-free phone number that is manned during normal business hours. They should also have an email address for you to use, but you want phone access, as well. <br /><br /> Third, make sure the broker offers several programs. Not everyone has perfect credit and that should not necessarily keep you out of the market. If your credit is less than perfect, look for a broker who can work with you. <br /><br /> One great place to begin is with The Mortgage Depot at <a href="http://www.tmdloan.com" >http://www.tmdloan.com</a>, where you can find a lot of useful information on Nashville Tennessee home loans. Visit today to learn more.   <bio><a href="http://www.tmdloan.com" >http://www.tmdloan.com</a> is a Nashville Tennessee Home Loan lender with many years of experience in the industry. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Nashville Schools Budget Barely Keeping With Inflation</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jul 2007 22:34:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>nashville schools</category><category>budget game</category><category>budget cut</category><category>attendance</category><category>parents</category><category>guidance counselors</category><category>absent from school</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nashville-schools-budget-barely-keeping-with-inflation</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The Nashville Schools are bracing for a budget cut. While costs are rising at about 3.4% due to inflation and other needed costs, the increase in the overall budget is only 1.1%. Despite the Nashville Schools best efforts to insure this deficit is not felt by students-there will certainly be]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a> are bracing for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/budget+cut" rel="tag">budget cut</a>. While costs are rising at about 3.4% due to inflation and other needed costs, the increase in the overall budget is only 1.1%. Despite the Nashville Schools best efforts to insure this deficit is not felt by students-there will certainly be changes felt by the loss of 40 classroom teachers and almost 100 custodians. <br /><br /> While the cuts will hurt some areas of the district, the Nashville Schools will still have some winners in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/budget+game" rel="tag">budget game</a>. Several positions will be added, programs kept or expanded, and critical concerns addressed. For starters, there will be an overall increase in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/guidance+counselors" rel="tag">guidance counselors</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/attendance" rel="tag">attendance</a> counselors. These are two positions that are expected to improve overall student success in Nashville Schools by steering students towards appropriate programs, and by ensuring regular and consistent attendance. <br /><br /> The Nashville Schools will continue to fund its attendance initiative. One key part of that is the automated `phone home' program that notifies <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/parents" rel="tag">parents</a> if their children are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/absent+from+school" rel="tag">absent from school</a>. Nashville Schools feel this is a vital program to keep parents informed of their child's attendance, and to hold parents accountable. Also, slated to be kept on the budget for Nashville Schools, is the credit recovery program for both middle and high school students. This program allows students to earn missing credits in order to move up to the next grade level and to graduate on time. The Nashville Schools have seen an overall increase in the number of students graduating on time since its implementation. <br /><br /> The safety officers at each high school will actually see an increase in their numbers as both parents and administrators feel that they are necessary to keep students in Nashville Schools safe. In addition to safety officers, behavior specialists will be placed in schools with the most behavior challenges to help resolve these issues and have a positive impact on the academic lives of these students. The Nashville Schools will also be adding several special education teachers to better serve special needs students. The highly gifted students of the Nashville Schools will see an increase of nine new classrooms for highly gifted students in kindergarten through fourth grade. <br /><br /> A control clerk will be added to the textbook department which will save thousands of dollars a year in lost and misplaced textbooks. The Nashville Schools estimate they lose thousands of dollars each year in books that the school board simply can't trace. The Nashville Schools will also see an increase in the budget for charter schools. While charter schools aide in the education of students of the metro Nashville area, they deplete funds from other schools where teachers and supplies must be kept on hand even though the student population drops. There are also slight increases in the budget for materials, technology information, routine classroom supplies and clerical supplies. The Nashville schools also made an increase in their budget to cover the inflationary costs of fuel, natural gas, and electricity.   <bio>Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Nashville Schools Move To All Standard Attire For Students</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2008 14:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>nashville schools</category><category>khaki slacks</category><category>metro nashville</category><category>nashville public schools</category><category>wiggle room</category><category>metropolitan nashville</category><category>fist fight</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nashville-schools-move-to-all-standard-attire-for-students</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Starting school year 2007-2008 all students of Nashville Schools will have to wear standard attire. As one can imagine, the move was not made without protest, but the school board is determined that this will be the directive for all metropolitan Nashville Schools for the foreseeable future. ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Starting school year 2007-2008 all students of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a> will have to wear standard attire. As one can imagine, the move was not made without protest, but the school board is determined that this will be the directive for all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/metropolitan+nashville" rel="tag">metropolitan Nashville</a> Schools for the foreseeable future. <br /><br /> Standard attire is not school uniform. Although the two are often confused, standard attire does not constitute a uniform. Instead the standardization outlines kinds and colors of clothes to be worn by students in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/metro+nashville" rel="tag">Metro Nashville</a> Public Schools. The district will not provide the clothes nor tell parents which specific items or brands to buy. <br /><br /> Standard Attire in Nashville Schools- What does it Entail? <br /><br /> Standard attire will consist of blue, black or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/khaki+slacks" rel="tag">khaki slacks</a>, shorts, or skirt and a white or navy blue collared shirt. The mandated attire is intended to give students a clean and professional look. Certain Nashville Schools have elected to add other color shirts which are allowed (up to 4 additional) by the school board. <br /><br /> In addition to color and kind, standard attire also addresses style in the following ways. All shirts are to be tucked in. Although not explicitly stated in the policy, tucked in shirts which give a neater look, might be a deterrent during fights. The loose tail of a shirt is often used to grab a student during a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fist+fight" rel="tag">fist fight</a>. In addition, pants can not be worn in a loose or saggy manner. This is done to combat the "gang" look of a lot of young men today. <br /><br /> There is some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wiggle+room" rel="tag">wiggle room</a> in the new standards of attire of Nashville Schools. As noted above, schools can endorse other color shirts including the school's colors. School logos are permitted as well. In addition, the standard attire of Nashville Schools can be suspended temporarily for things like spirit week when students may dress up for "retro day" or "cowboy day" or "mythology day" or the like. <br /><br /> Nashville Schools has also established a waiver process. Students can get a waiver out of standard attire for various reasons. If religious practice requires a different style of dress such as a burka or headdress, this can be permitted.  Waivers are also allowed for medical reasons or special education needs. <br /><br /> Standard Attire in Nashville Schools- Will it Solve Anything? <br /><br /> Nashville Schools, like the schools in most cities, have been plagued by a number of issues in recent years that have led to difficulties in the classrooms. Instituting standard attire is one step that Nashville Schools hope will cut down on gang violence and socio-economic stress that is often played out in the clothes that students wear. It's a good step forward towards addressing the city's problems, but let's just hope that the powers that be in Nashville Schools see it as just one small step in a line of others that will boost performance in the educational system.   <bio>Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Nashville Schools Move To All Standard Attire For Students</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>nashville schools</category><category>khaki slacks</category><category>metro nashville</category><category>nashville public schools</category><category>wiggle room</category><category>metropolitan nashville</category><category>fist fight</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nashville-schools-move-to-all-standard-attire-for-students</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Starting school year 2007-2008 all students of Nashville Schools will have to wear standard attire. As one can imagine, the move was not made without protest, but the school board is determined that this will be the directive for all metropolitan Nashville Schools for the foreseeable future. ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Starting school year 2007-2008 all students of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a> will have to wear standard attire. As one can imagine, the move was not made without protest, but the school board is determined that this will be the directive for all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/metropolitan+nashville" rel="tag">metropolitan Nashville</a> Schools for the foreseeable future. <br /><br /> Standard attire is not school uniform. Although the two are often confused, standard attire does not constitute a uniform. Instead the standardization outlines kinds and colors of clothes to be worn by students in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/metro+nashville" rel="tag">Metro Nashville</a> Public Schools. The district will not provide the clothes nor tell parents which specific items or brands to buy. <br /><br /> Standard Attire in Nashville Schools- What does it Entail? <br /><br /> Standard attire will consist of blue, black or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/khaki+slacks" rel="tag">khaki slacks</a>, shorts, or skirt and a white or navy blue collared shirt. The mandated attire is intended to give students a clean and professional look. Certain Nashville Schools have elected to add other color shirts which are allowed (up to 4 additional) by the school board. <br /><br /> In addition to color and kind, standard attire also addresses style in the following ways. All shirts are to be tucked in. Although not explicitly stated in the policy, tucked in shirts which give a neater look, might be a deterrent during fights. The loose tail of a shirt is often used to grab a student during a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fist+fight" rel="tag">fist fight</a>. In addition, pants can not be worn in a loose or saggy manner. This is done to combat the "gang" look of a lot of young men today. <br /><br /> There is some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/wiggle+room" rel="tag">wiggle room</a> in the new standards of attire of Nashville Schools. As noted above, schools can endorse other color shirts including the school's colors. School logos are permitted as well. In addition, the standard attire of Nashville Schools can be suspended temporarily for things like spirit week when students may dress up for "retro day" or "cowboy day" or "mythology day" or the like. <br /><br /> Nashville Schools has also established a waiver process. Students can get a waiver out of standard attire for various reasons. If religious practice requires a different style of dress such as a burka or headdress, this can be permitted.  Waivers are also allowed for medical reasons or special education needs. <br /><br /> Standard Attire in Nashville Schools- Will it Solve Anything? <br /><br /> Nashville Schools, like the schools in most cities, have been plagued by a number of issues in recent years that have led to difficulties in the classrooms. Instituting standard attire is one step that Nashville Schools hope will cut down on gang violence and socio-economic stress that is often played out in the clothes that students wear. It's a good step forward towards addressing the city's problems, but let's just hope that the powers that be in Nashville Schools see it as just one small step in a line of others that will boost performance in the educational system.   <bio>Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Nashville Schools Begin New Projects To Help Teachers And Parents</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2006 14:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>nashville schools</category><category>information parents</category><category>randalls</category><category>telephone information service</category><category>telephone message service</category><category>new telephone system</category><category>tornadoes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/nashville-schools-begin-new-projects-to-help-teachers-and-parents</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Nashville Schools' Telephone Information Program  The Nashville Schools has started a new telephone information service that offers valuable information to parents. The Nashville Schools new telephone message service will offer information about such school related information as: schools that are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a>' Telephone Information Program <br /><br /> The Nashville Schools has started a new <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/telephone+information+service" rel="tag">telephone information service</a> that offers valuable information to parents. The Nashville Schools new <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/telephone+message+service" rel="tag">telephone message service</a> will offer information about such school related information as: schools that are closed due incidents of snow, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tornadoes" rel="tag">tornadoes</a> or any other issues; schools on lock-down during drop-off or pick-up times; any important parent meetings; an emergency situation at any of the Nashville Schools; and attendance information. <br /><br /> Parents seem to want an easy system for communication between themselves and the schools. The telephone system will be an automated call out system that will call parents. The calls will be no longer than forty-five seconds to show the value of the parents' time. For school closings calls will be made about thirty minutes before the child is scheduled to be picked upped by their bus. Any calls that are about non-emergency information will be made before 8:00PM. For emergency situations calls will be made as soon as the information is available. <br /><br /> Nashville Schools' <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/new+telephone+system" rel="tag">new telephone system</a> will be programmed with the best way to reach the parents which include home phones, business phones and/or cell phones. The Nashville Schools aims to provide information to the best possible way. <br /><br /> Nashville Schools Creates New Training Center with the Nashville Alliance for Public Education <br /><br /> The faculty and staff of the Nashville Schools will have a new training center for professional development. The new Martin Professional Development Center will be completed with a combination of private and public funds. The Nashville Schools' Martin Professional Development Center is named for the work of Charlie Martin and the Martin Foundation. <br /><br /> This new facility will be located at the Eakin Elementary. The Eakin Elementary will be converted into the new training center. This Center will replace the existing Randall's Learning Center which is over 80 years old. The new center is scheduled to open in October. The new center comes after months of work by the Nashville Alliance for Public Education to secure $3.5 million in renovation funds. These renovations will create a 10,000 square foot space that can be used for a variety of purposes. Nashville Schools' Martin Professional Development Center renovation will include creation of a media facilities improved classrooms and the buildings' façade will be replaced. <br /><br /> Private donations came from the Martin Foundation which has pledged $1.5 million to the project. Additional contributions from the Orrin H. Ingram Fund and the Turner Family Foundation provide another $1.5 million. Some other funds will be secured after the sale of the Randall's Learning Center property. At the announcement for the Nashville Schools' Martin Professional Development Center, Director of Nashville Schools Pedro E. Garcia, Ed.D., Mayor Bill Purcell and Nashville Schools' Director of Professional Development Lenna Allen all spoke about how pleased they were with the project and the new Center. They later thanked the Nashville Alliance for Public Education, the Martin Foundation, the Ingram family and the Turner Family Foundation for their generous contributions and dedication to education.   <bio>Stacy Andell is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information on Nashville schools visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/tennessee/nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/tennessee/nashville/index.html</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tennessee Real Estate</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2008 01:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>blue ridge mountains</category><category>pellissippi state technical community college</category><category>continuing education courses</category><category>lush greenery</category><category>tennessee real estate</category><category>state of tennessee</category><category>overwhelming need</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tennessee-real-estate</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The Blue Ridge Mountains run through Tennessee offering rolling hills, mountains and lush greenery throughout the western part of the state. You will find there are several cities in Tennessee that have a large draw other than just the countryside of mountains. Nashville, Chattanooga, Brentwood,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/blue+ridge+mountains" rel="tag">Blue Ridge Mountains</a> run through Tennessee offering rolling hills, mountains and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lush+greenery" rel="tag">lush greenery</a> throughout the western part of the state. You will find there are several cities in Tennessee that have a large draw other than just the countryside of mountains. Nashville, Chattanooga, Brentwood, Franklin, and Knoxville are just a few of the larger cities that have recently seen a fluctuation in real estate. You will find the climate is relatively mild in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/state+of+tennessee" rel="tag">state of Tennessee</a>. It offers snow in some parts during the winter, but for the most part the temperatures like to hang around 50 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit depending on the season. There are several reasons if you are a baby boomer looking for a vacation home or just a new place to live. <br /><br /> At the moment there are many communities that are for older folks. This means that communities in Knoxville and the county are offering residential homes to those who are over fifty. The communities offer the amenities such as no steps, no maintenance, and other activities that can become to strenuous in later life. While those who are fifty have not yet reached that stage, it is nice to have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+real+estate" rel="tag">Tennessee real estate</a> that will be a good investment for the future. <br /><br /> The communities for the homes in Tennessee real estate offer a wonderful location for where families and older generations would like to live. The housing is built in safe neighborhoods where it is easy to walk between houses and become a real part of a community rather than spend the days not knowing who your neighbors are. They are also close to public transportation. While not all communities in Tennessee are like this there is an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/overwhelming+need" rel="tag">overwhelming need</a> for these types of places and they are being seen as a positive point for finding a vacation home or a safe home for children. The schools are near by, especially for those who would like to take <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/continuing+education+courses" rel="tag">continuing education courses</a> from the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pellissippi+state+technical+community+college" rel="tag">Pellissippi State Technical Community College</a>. <br /><br /> You will find the Tennessee isn't just about Nashville and the homes of the rich and famous making country music or struggling artists looking for cheap apartments. There is plenty of recreation near the real estate offered through out the state. You will find hiking, walking, biking, and other activities such as cultural events that will have a lot of fun for you in the communities. The housing will range of course in cost depending on the area of the cities and outlying areas. Most often you will find housing is in the mid 200's and above for vacation homes, condos, and single family homes. For those looking to retire you will also find the taxes in Tennessee are lower than other states like Florida. While you don't have the beaches that exist in Florida you are going to find a more marketable investment, especially with the lower taxes. <br /><br /> Tennessee is still trying to increase the amount of individuals moving into the state, which is why they are often trying to find the best deals to entice new individuals and family.   <bio>Tom Beaty offers Tennessee Real Estate information for buyers and sellers. Don't buy or sell without visiting this Blog or it could cost you: <a href="http://www.tennessee-real-estate-us.com,Tennessee" >http://www.tennessee-real-estate-us.com,Tennessee</a> real estate  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Metro Nashville Public Schools Promote Unconventional Role Models</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Sep 2007 11:34:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>metro nashville</category><category>nashville schools</category><category>nashville public schools</category><category>visible role models</category><category>leadership capabilities</category><category>community organizations</category><category>local community</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/metro-nashville-public-schools-promote-unconventional-role-models</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ A Step in the Right Direction at Nashville Schools  We're all familiar with the kinds of students who are projected to be potential leaders in high schools =96 the debate team member, the math club geek, the student council president. These are the stereotypical American leaders of tomorrow; lucky]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ A Step in the Right Direction at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Schools</a> <br /><br /> We're all familiar with the kinds of students who are projected to be potential leaders in high schools =96 the debate team member, the math club geek, the student council president. These are the stereotypical American leaders of tomorrow; lucky enough to have their special abilities recognized while they are still in school. But what of the other less <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/visible+role+models" rel="tag">visible role models</a>? The kid with a stammer who has a lot to say if he could only get the words out clearly enough, the teenage mom with unlimited potential, even the kid at the back row who spends more time in detention than in class? <br /><br /> You'd cringe at the thought of these students being portrayed as leaders and nobody would blame you. In a groundbreaking new program, Nashville schools believe that this exact group of "low on achievement but high on potential" students has the capabilities to make an impact on society. So confident are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/metro+nashville" rel="tag">Metro Nashville</a> schools that these students, if given a gentle nudge, can make equal or greater contributions to society that they are partnering with local <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/community+organizations" rel="tag">community organizations</a> to promote this belief. <br /><br /> Identifying Role Models at Metro <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nashville+public+schools" rel="tag">Nashville Public Schools</a> <br /><br /> Alignment Nashville, a group that aims to bring together Nashville schools and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/local+community" rel="tag">local community</a> organizations like the YMCA, and Hands on Nashville, wants to create a more organized framework for co-operation between these bodies. Earlier well intentioned attempts to coordinate Nashville schools and voluntary organizations fizzled because of the unsystematic nature of the efforts. This time around the focus is on going beyond words to actual implementation. The organization has launched a couple of programs at two Metro Nashville Public Schools targeting students who possess <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/leadership+capabilities" rel="tag">leadership capabilities</a> but are currently frittering away these abilities in other pursuits. In other words it aims to draw out the potential of at-risk teens who might not have otherwise had a shot at any roles in the school system, leave alone positions of leadership. <br /><br /> Creating Unlikely Leaders at Nashville Schools <br /><br /> This heartening initiative to empower students in Metro Nashville Public Schools who have been marginalized and draw them into leadership roles in the system works in a surprisingly simple manner. Staff is asked to nominate students they feel are currently on the fringes of the school, but could blossom given the right opportunities. <br /><br /> The program then aims to target these students through reading programs, discussions, maintaining journals, enhancing problem solving and team work abilities. Students are encouraged to communicate successfully and respect diversity. Although it's still too early to gauge the success of this program, authorities at Metro Nashville Public Schools say changes are already visible. Students in the programs are already assuming positions in school bodies and clubs and even at other local organizations. In the long run, Nashville schools expect this commendable program to lead to fewer dropouts, decreased school fights and an overall enhanced school environment for all.   <bio>Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information please visit <a href="http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html" >http://www.schoolsk-12.com/Tennessee/Nashville/index.html</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Have The Vacation Of A Lifetime At The Grand Ole Opry In Nashville, Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 May 2007 15:14:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>grand ole opry</category><category>ryman auditorium</category><category>country music singers</category><category>this means that</category><category>country music stars</category><category>hank williams sr</category><category>pasty cline</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/have-the-vacation-of-a-lifetime-at-the-grand-ole-opry-in-nashville-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you like country music then there is nowhere else in the world you can enjoy as much as Nashville, Tennessee and the Grand Ole Opry. The Grand Ole Opry is a mainstay of this city known as the "home of country music" and anytime you go you are guaranteed to see a mixture of current country music]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you like country music then there is nowhere else in the world you can enjoy as much as Nashville, Tennessee and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/grand+ole+opry" rel="tag">Grand Ole Opry</a>. The Grand Ole Opry is a mainstay of this city known as the "home of country music" and anytime you go you are guaranteed to see a mixture of current <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/country+music+stars" rel="tag">country music stars</a>, legends, and new artists trying to break into the business. <br /><br /> The best way to get tickets to the Grand Ole Opry is to buy them on the website early. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/this+means+that" rel="tag">This means that</a> you can get the best tickets that are up close to the action and you can really see all that is going on. If you wait until you are actually in Nashville to buy your tickets for the Grand Ole Opry you may find yourself out of luck or else in the very back. Anywhere you sit in the Grand Ole Opry is a great place, but the best view is up close! <br /><br /> Any time of year is a great time to visit the Grand Ole Opry, but if you visit during non traditional vacation times you are sure to have an easier time getting tickets not to mention you won't need to deal with the crowds. The Grand Ole Opry is Nashville's biggest attraction so everyone is trying to get tickets at the same time, which makes it a bit of a challenge sometimes if you wait until the last minute. <br /><br /> The Opry is open on Tuesday nights starting in March and continues on Friday and Saturday the rest of the year. The Opry starts at different times each night and there are two shows on Saturday. <br /><br /> Country music icons like <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hank+williams+sr" rel="tag">Hank Williams Sr</a>., Ernest Tubbs, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pasty+cline" rel="tag">Pasty Cline</a> sang at the Opry and today their legends carry on with new singers and stars. Today's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/country+music+singers" rel="tag">country music singers</a> enjoy singing at the Opry as much their ancestors did and visitors really love the show and the entertainment! <br /><br /> But, the Grand Ole Opry isn't just country music. It is also a mix of gospel, comedy, bluegrass, today's hits and more. The Grand Ole Opry is located at the Grand Ole Opry House but was located for years in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ryman+auditorium" rel="tag">Ryman Auditorium</a> and before that in other locations in Nashville. The Grand Ole Opry has really been a success in Nashville and it is the best place to go if you are in Nashville ! <br /><br /> There is a website that has great information on USA Vacations and Unique Travel Spots Listed State By State and Season, the website is called: Seasonal Vacation Spots, and can be found at this url: <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.seasonalvacationspots.com" >http://www.seasonalvacationspots.com</a> <br /><br /> By Robert W. Benjamin <br /><br /> Copyright =A9 2007 <br /><br /> You may publish this article in your ezine, newsletter, or on your web site as long as it is reprinted in its entirety and without modification except for formatting needs or grammar corrections.   <bio>Robert W. Benjamin has been in the software business on the internet for over 6 years, and has been producing low-cost software for the past 25+ years. He first released products on the AMIGA and C64 computer systems in the late 1970's-80's. Unknown-Creatures <a href="http://www.unknown-creatures.com" >http://www.unknown-creatures.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance In Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:27:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance coverage</category><category>health care programs</category><category>tennessee residents</category><category>tennessee web</category><category>health plan</category><category>healthy eating habits</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Affordable health insurance in Tennessee can be obtained through Cover Tennessee, a volunteer health insurance in Tennessee which is not only affordable to the state, but is also affordable to participants of Cover Tennessee. Cover Tennessee is designed to provide affordable and obtainable health]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">Affordable health insurance</a> in Tennessee can be obtained through Cover Tennessee, a volunteer health insurance in Tennessee which is not only affordable to the state, but is also affordable to participants of Cover Tennessee. Cover Tennessee is designed to provide affordable and obtainable health care coverage for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+residents" rel="tag">Tennessee residents</a> who are without health insurance because they can not afford to purchase a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+plan" rel="tag">health plan</a>, or because they can afford to purchase a health plan but are continually turned down for health coverage due to a pre-existing health condition or severe ill health. <br /><br /> States across America are struggling to help their residents find affordable health insurance. Some Americans can not afford health insurance at all, while some can afford health insurance but can not obtain it because it seems that all health insurance companies they consult deem them "uninsurable." Tennessee recognizes that children and adults alike are in need of affordable health insurance as well as coverage for prescription medication; therefore Tennessee has developed Cover Tennessee, a program similar to other health insurance and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+care+programs" rel="tag">health care programs</a> developed by other states throughout America. <br /><br /> Cover Tennessee is actually comparable to a gigantic umbrella, housing the five different "parts" of the Cover Tennessee <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">health insurance coverage</a>: CoverTN, CoverKids, CoverRx, AccessTN, and ProjectDiabetes. Thanks to each of these Cover Tennessee components, uninsured individuals, including children, can obtain adequate and affordable health insurance in Tennessee as well as coverage for prescription medication. Also, school-aged children learn about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/healthy+eating+habits" rel="tag">healthy eating habits</a> to prevent diabetes and obesity through ProjectDiabetes. <br /><br /> To find out more information about Cover Tennessee and its various health insurance coverage programs, visit Tennessee's Department of Commerce and Insurance Web site or give them a call. You can also visit the official Cover <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+web" rel="tag">Tennessee Web</a> site at <a href="http://CoverTN.org" >http://CoverTN.org</a> or call them at 866-CoverTN. <br /><br /> Everyone deserves affordable health insurance, and the Cover Tennessee program is working toward making it possible for Tennessee residents to obtain it.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance In Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>insurance coverage programs</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance coverage</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>health care coverage</category><category>healthy eating habits</category><category>volunteer health</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Affordable health insurance in Tennessee can be obtained through Cover Tennessee, a volunteer health insurance in Tennessee which is not only affordable to the state, but is also affordable to participants of Cover Tennessee. Cover Tennessee is designed to provide affordable and obtainable health]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">Affordable health insurance</a> in Tennessee can be obtained through Cover Tennessee, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/volunteer+health" rel="tag">volunteer health</a> insurance in Tennessee which is not only affordable to the state, but is also affordable to participants of Cover Tennessee. Cover Tennessee is designed to provide affordable and obtainable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+care+coverage" rel="tag">health care coverage</a> for Tennessee residents who are without health insurance because they can not afford to purchase a health plan, or because they can afford to purchase a health plan but are continually turned down for health coverage due to a pre-existing health condition or severe ill health. <br /><br /> States across America are struggling to help their residents find affordable health insurance. Some Americans can not afford health insurance at all, while some can afford health insurance but can not obtain it because it seems that all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> they consult deem them "uninsurable." Tennessee recognizes that children and adults alike are in need of affordable health insurance as well as coverage for prescription medication; therefore Tennessee has developed Cover Tennessee, a program similar to other health insurance and health care programs developed by other states throughout America. <br /><br /> Cover Tennessee is actually comparable to a gigantic umbrella, housing the five different "parts" of the Cover Tennessee <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">health insurance coverage</a>: CoverTN, CoverKids, CoverRx, AccessTN, and ProjectDiabetes. Thanks to each of these Cover Tennessee components, uninsured individuals, including children, can obtain adequate and affordable health insurance in Tennessee as well as coverage for prescription medication. Also, school-aged children learn about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/healthy+eating+habits" rel="tag">healthy eating habits</a> to prevent diabetes and obesity through ProjectDiabetes. <br /><br /> To find out more information about Cover Tennessee and its various health <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+coverage+programs" rel="tag">insurance coverage programs</a>, visit Tennessee's Department of Commerce and Insurance Web site or give them a call. You can also visit the official Cover Tennessee Web site at <a href="http://CoverTN.org" >http://CoverTN.org</a> or call them at 866-CoverTN. <br /><br /> Everyone deserves affordable health insurance, and the Cover Tennessee program is working toward making it possible for Tennessee residents to obtain it.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Brief Historic Look at Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:30:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>appalachian mountains</category><category>cumberland area</category><category>cherokee language</category><category>yeoman farmers</category><category>cotton farming</category><category>tennessee chattanooga</category><category>south tennessee</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-brief-historic-look-at-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Located in the East South Central part of the United States, the state of Tennessee lies between the Mississippi River on the west and the Appalachian Mountains on the east. Tennessee is the border state between the North and the South. Tennessee joined the United States Union on June 1, 1796 as]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Located in the East South Central part of the United States, the state of Tennessee lies between the Mississippi River on the west and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/appalachian+mountains" rel="tag">Appalachian Mountains</a> on the east. Tennessee is the border state between the North and the South. Tennessee joined the United States Union on June 1, 1796 as the 16th state.<br><br>Tennessee had an internal conflict that took roots during the American Civil War. While the south was for the union, the north seceded. This difference is at times still apparent in the time tested difference between the lowland and upland.<br><br>Other interesting facts about Tennessee are:<br><br>1) Tennessee acquired its name from the word "Tanasi", a word in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cherokee+language" rel="tag">Cherokee language</a> and the name of a village on the river of Little Tennessee. The river is rumored to be named after the village and the region was named Tennessee after the river.<br><br>2) The eastern part of Tennessee is a rugged terrain that is green and dense with forest and bush. This area was settled mainly by pioneering and independent <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/yeoman+farmers" rel="tag">yeoman farmers</a>. It was an isolated territory until the early 20th century. The west at that time flourished with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cotton+farming" rel="tag">cotton farming</a> and was linked to the rest of the country through the Mississippi River. The central region also had good connections and thus developed a thriving economy.<br><br>3) Tennessee is divided into three grand divisions where each has its own regional center:<br><br>East Tennessee - Chattanooga and Knoxville<br>Middle Tennessee -- the capital, Nashville -- largest metropolis<br>West Tennessee -- Memphis -- biggest city on the basis of population<br><br>4) The state of Tennessee is also known as the Volunteer State, in recognition of the display of valor by volunteers that came from the state during the historic wars in the 18th and 19th centuries. Tennessee was first explored by Europeans and was inhabited by the Cherokee after driving away the Uchee. Cherokee ultimately claimed East Tennessee and the Choctaw claimed the central region with the Shawnee laying claim to lower <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cumberland+area" rel="tag">Cumberland area</a>. The West Tennessee enclosed between the rivers (Tennessee and Mississippi) was claimed by the Chickasaw.<br><br>5) Then came the British and organized the Ft. Loudon in 1756. This was located in east Tennessee and the Treaty of Hard Labour in 1763 made way for the settlement of Virginians and North Carolinians. The first government of Tennessee was formed in 1771 and was called the Watauga Association.<br><br>6) After getting the statehood, Tennessee's history was linked with the military career of Andrew Jackson and his campaigns in the Indian Wars and the Battle of New Orleans. The Chickasaw were brought over by the United States government as a matter of policy and were relocated to Oklahoma. Tennessee for its part of the American Civil War saw about 400 battles being fought within its confines and a wide range of epidemics took their toll on its populace after the war.<br><br>With such a leading role in American Civil War and formation of United States of America, Tennessee is a place to visit and explore the American history and culture. Not only this, Tennessee has much to offer in terms of its rich cowboy culture, western way of life, country music, whiskey and its beautiful landscape. Pack your bags, cowboy boots and accessories and relive the past. Let your kids bring along their cowboy hats and kids John Deere boots so that they too can be a part of this adventure.<bio>For more info, take your own historic look at a favorite Tennessee establishment: <a href="http://www.rockytopleather.com">Rocky Top Leather</a> and see what fine goods they have there like <a href="http://www.rockytopleather.com/categories/kids-john-deere-boots">kids John Deer boots</a></bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Kenny Chesney Tickets - Star Power, Pure Country Sound</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>luttrell tennessee</category><category>embark</category><category>corryton tennessee</category><category>bmi</category><category>knoxville tennessee</category><category>moved to nashville</category><category>kenny chesney</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/kenny-chesney-tickets-star-power-pure-country-sound</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Kenny Chesney tickets are available once again for a series of live performances, and this sometimes-controversial country music star has ridden his wave of success for more than 10 years. Chesney is known for his true-to-roots sound, and even his much-publicized personal life has led to his]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/kenny+chesney" rel="tag">Kenny Chesney</a> tickets are available once again for a series of live performances, and this sometimes-controversial country music star has ridden his wave of success for more than 10 years. Chesney is known for his true-to-roots sound, and even his much-publicized personal life has led to his overall fame and reputation as a true country star. Below we'll take a look at his life and his commercial success in hopes of explaining how he's reached such an elite status on the music scene.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Early Life/Career Beginnings <br /><br /> Kenneth Arnold Chesney was born on March 26, 1968, in Knoxville, Tennessee and raised in Luttrell, Tennessee.  Generally speaking, Chesney enjoyed a "normal" childhood in which he attended Gibbs High School in Corryton, Tennessee and then attended and graduated from East Tennessee State University with a degree in advertising.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Chesney got his "start" in music while he was in college, as he climbed the ranks much like many musicians, scrapping his way through several local clubs and busking while selling his self-financed and self-recorded demo-type albums. Despite his need for busking, which is basically street performing, Chesney managed to earn a reputation and a local following, and Kenny Chesney tickets soon became a popular item in the local area.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Roots of Success <br /><br /> After finishing college, Chesney <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/moved+to+nashville" rel="tag">moved to Nashville</a> to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/embark" rel="tag">embark</a> on his big-time musical dreams. He got his start in Nashville in much the same way he did in college - by playing in local clubs at every opportunity. It wasn't long before he once again garnered a loyal local following and was noticed by record producers. In 1992, Chesney signed his first recording contract with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bmi" rel="tag">BMI</a>. <br /><br /> He did not release his first album with BMI until 1995, and it was entitled, All I Need to Know. The album went gold, however, and Chesney was on his way to the top. Since then, he has released 10 subsequent albums, and each of the last eight studio releases has achieved a minimum of platinum status. Simply put, Chesney is a household name in the country music world.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Personal Life <br /><br /> Chesney has also gained a reputation in the tabloids, most notably for his short-lived marriage to actress Ren=E9e Zellweger in 2005. The marriage lasted only four months, and in September of 2005, after only four months of marriage, the couple announced plans for an annulment.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Overall, Chesney presents pure talent and energy at every one of his live performances, which is why Kenny Chesney tickets are always in high demand.   <bio>Written by Jay Nault, sponsored by <a href="http://www.stubhub.com/" >http://www.stubhub.com/</a> . StubHub sells Kenny Chesney tickets: <a href="http://www.stubhub.com/kenny-chesney-tickets/" >http://www.stubhub.com/kenny-chesney-tickets/</a> sports tickets, concert tickets, theater tickets and more to just about any event in the world.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Kenny Chesney Tickets - Star Power, Pure Country Sound</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2007 02:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>luttrell tennessee</category><category>embark</category><category>corryton tennessee</category><category>bmi</category><category>knoxville tennessee</category><category>moved to nashville</category><category>basically</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/kenny-chesney-tickets-star-power-pure-country-sound</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Kenny Chesney tickets are available once again for a series of live performances, and this sometimes-controversial country music star has ridden his wave of success for more than 10 years. Chesney is known for his true-to-roots sound, and even his much-publicized personal life has led to his]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kenny Chesney tickets are available once again for a series of live performances, and this sometimes-controversial country music star has ridden his wave of success for more than 10 years. Chesney is known for his true-to-roots sound, and even his much-publicized personal life has led to his overall fame and reputation as a true country star. Below we'll take a look at his life and his commercial success in hopes of explaining how he's reached such an elite status on the music scene.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Early Life/Career Beginnings <br /><br /> Kenneth Arnold Chesney was born on March 26, 1968, in Knoxville, Tennessee and raised in Luttrell, Tennessee.  Generally speaking, Chesney enjoyed a "normal" childhood in which he attended Gibbs High School in Corryton, Tennessee and then attended and graduated from East Tennessee State University with a degree in advertising.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Chesney got his "start" in music while he was in college, as he climbed the ranks much like many musicians, scrapping his way through several local clubs and busking while selling his self-financed and self-recorded demo-type albums. Despite his need for busking, which is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/basically" rel="tag">basically</a> street performing, Chesney managed to earn a reputation and a local following, and Kenny Chesney tickets soon became a popular item in the local area.  <br /><br /> Roots of Success <br /><br /> After finishing college, Chesney <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/moved+to+nashville" rel="tag">moved to Nashville</a> to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/embark" rel="tag">embark</a> on his big-time musical dreams. He got his start in Nashville in much the same way he did in college - by playing in local clubs at every opportunity. It wasn't long before he once again garnered a loyal local following and was noticed by record producers. In 1992, Chesney signed his first recording contract with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bmi" rel="tag">BMI</a>. <br /><br /> He did not release his first album with BMI until 1995, and it was entitled, All I Need to Know. The album went gold, however, and Chesney was on his way to the top. Since then, he has released 10 subsequent albums, and each of the last eight studio releases has achieved a minimum of platinum status.  Simply put, Chesney is a household name in the country music world.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Personal Life <br /><br /> Chesney has also gained a reputation in the tabloids, most notably for his short-lived marriage to actress Renée Zellweger in 2005. The marriage lasted only four months, and in September of 2005, after only four months of marriage, the couple announced plans for an annulment.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Overall, Chesney presents pure talent and energy at every one of his live performances, which is why Kenny Chesney tickets are always in high demand.   <bio>Written by Jay Nault, sponsored by <a href="http://www.stubhub.com/" >http://www.stubhub.com/</a> . StubHub sells Kenny Chesney tickets: <a href="http://www.stubhub.com/kenny-chesney-tickets/" >http://www.stubhub.com/kenny-chesney-tickets/</a> sports tickets, concert tickets, theater tickets and more to just about any event in the world. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Low Cost Long Term Care Insurance In Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Aug 2007 02:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Consumers can compare low cost long term care insurance in Tennessee in a number of ways. Find an insurance company that provides policies with prices and coverage options you need. Actually, find several. Talk with your family members, friends, and even co-workers about the experiences they've]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Consumers can compare low cost <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+care+insurance" rel="tag">long <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+care+insurance" rel="tag">term care insurance</a></a> in Tennessee in a number of ways. Find an insurance company that provides policies with prices and coverage options you need. Actually, find several. Talk with your family members, friends, and even co-workers about the experiences they've had with the companies. Narrow your search down to those companies that offer cheap quotes on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+care" rel="tag">long term care</a> insurance in Tennessee as well as the coverage you're interested in. In the end, the best Tennessee long term care insurance company =96 and policy =96 will be the most affordable one that also covers your needs. <br /><br /> Along the way, you can also do some further research on each long term care insurance company in Tennessee =96 beyond just chatting with others who use, or have used, the insurer. You can compare low cost long term care insurance in Tennessee from companies that have high financial ratings as given by independent research companies. You can also search the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/better+business+bureau" rel="tag">Better Business Bureau</a> to find out if the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+insurance" rel="tag">Tennessee insurance</a> company is in good standing as far as claims settlements are concerned. Never forget to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+department+of+commerce+and+insurance" rel="tag">Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance</a> to make sure the company is licensed to offer cheap quotes on long term care insurance in Tennessee. <br /><br /> If you've taken all of these steps, but still want some additional information before you choose the best Tennessee long term care insurance company, visit the National Association of Insurance Commissioner (NAIC). The NAIC provides useful statistics such as the top 10 long term care life insurance companies ranked by the number of policyholders they protect. You've probably been asked at least once in your life, "If everyone else jumped off a bridge, would you jump, too?" Well, the old clich=E9 doesn't necessarily apply when it comes to purchasing cheap long term care coverage in Tennessee. A high number of policyholders may actually make you feel confident about your choice.   <bio>Recommended sites for low rate insurance <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/longtermcare/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/longtermcare/</a> Low Cost Long Term Care Insurance in Tennessee <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com" >http://www.myquoteguide.com</a> Instant Long Term Care Insurance Qutoes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Find The Best Rates On Long Term Care Insurance In Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 11 Aug 2007 02:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>long term care insurance</category><category>term care insurance</category><category>long term care</category><category>tennessee</category><category>longtermcare</category><category>insurance companies</category><category>waiting period</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-find-the-best-rates-on-long-term-care-insurance-in-tennessee</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Get affordable quotes for long term care insurance in Tennessee when you're young.  You can usually find the best rates on long term care insurance in Tennessee when you're young. The old general way of thinking applies: The younger you are, the less risky you are to insure.  You can find the best]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Get affordable quotes for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+care+insurance" rel="tag">long <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+care+insurance" rel="tag">term care insurance</a></a> in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee" rel="tag">Tennessee</a> when you're young. <br /><br /> You can usually find the best rates on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+care" rel="tag">long term care</a> insurance in Tennessee when you're young. The old general way of thinking applies: The younger you are, the less risky you are to insure. <br /><br /> You can find the best rates on long term care insurance in Tennessee if you prepare yourself for a wait. <br /><br /> Regardless of when you purchase your policy, you're more likely to get cheap long term care insurance in Tennessee if you're able to endure a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/waiting+period" rel="tag">waiting period</a>. This "waiting period" refers to the time you spend waiting on the long term care coverage to kick in when you need it. For example, it's fairly common to purchase a Tennessee long term care insurance policy with a 30-day waiting period; however, if you increase those 30 days, you can cut a significant percentage off your policy premiums. Remember, if you choose this option, you should always have a nest egg set aside to pay for the long term care costs you acquire while you're waiting for the policy to take effect. <br /><br /> In the end, cheap long term care insurance in Tennessee comes from the longest lasting companies. <br /><br /> It's true that the insurance industry is heavily-regulated, and as a result it's uncommon for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+companies" rel="tag">insurance companies</a> to go bankrupt. However, another way to secure affordable quotes for long term care insurance in Tennessee is to purchase your policy from a company that is financially stable, i.e. one that has been around for quite a while. These insurance companies have been around the block a time or two, and are usually more willing to offer discounts than newer insurance companies. At the same time, you're protecting your financial future. It may be many years before you need to use your Tennessee long term care insurance policy. You want a company that will still be around, right?   <bio>Recommended sites for low rate insurance <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/longtermcare" rel="tag">longtermcare</a>/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/longtermcare/</a> Best Rates on Long Term Care Insurance Quotes in Tennessee <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com" >http://www.myquoteguide.com</a> Instant Long Term Care Health Insurance Qutoes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tennessee   Real Estate</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 May 2007 00:34:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>humid continental climate</category><category>tennessee climate</category><category>west tennessee</category><category>clingmans dome</category><category>volunteer soldiers</category><category>volunteer state</category><category>appalachian trail</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tennessee-real-estate</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Tennessee is one of the states which lies in the south central of United States. It became the 16th state of the United States in 1796 and was given the nickname "Volunteer State."  It earned its nickname due to the volunteer soldiers who vitally played a role in the 1812 civil war.  Geographical]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tennessee is one of the states which lies in the south central of United States. It became the 16th state of the United States in 1796 and was given the nickname "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/volunteer+state" rel="tag">Volunteer State</a>."  It earned its nickname due to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/volunteer+soldiers" rel="tag">volunteer soldiers</a> who vitally played a role in the 1812 civil war. <br /><br /> Geographical Information <br /><br /> Tennessee is categorically divided into 3 regions, East, Middle and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/west+tennessee" rel="tag">West Tennessee</a>. It has 95 counties with its capital in Nashville City or commonly called Davidson County. It is adjacent to 8 other states divided by the Tennessee River. In its eastern border is the peak of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/clingmans+dome" rel="tag">Clingmans Dome</a> and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/appalachian+trail" rel="tag">Appalachian Trail</a> while its extreme opposite is the Mississippi River. <br /><br /> Mild Winters and Hot Summers <br /><br /> The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+climate" rel="tag">Tennessee climate</a> is influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. It usually has short and mild winters and also hot summers. In most parts, its climate is humid subtropical with exception in the mountains area where it has a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/humid+continental+climate" rel="tag">humid continental climate</a>.  Due to its location, far from the coast, it is safe from hurricane impact and a big advantage for investors aiming to make it big in Tennessee.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Booming Industries <br /><br /> Primary product in Tennessee is cotton, followed by textile and electrical power. With its geographic diversity, it is endowed with abundant natural resources thereby providing good environmental conditions. The government's main concern is protecting Tennessee's diverse environment which consistently promotes an increase in the living standard, likewise, health and recreation opportunities for the people. In fact, its median household income is much higher than the other states in the US. This is primarily because income taxes here do not apply to salaries and wages, only income from intangible assets, like stocks.<br /><br /><br /><br /> The progressive economy in Tennessee, the 18th largest all over the world, attracts investors, local and foreign. Not only the wealthy, the average people also find investing in Tennessee real estate exceptionally good and lucrative. They don't have to invest a big amount of cash. Tennessee real estate values at a comparable rate and the property is considered to be appreciating, which results in an unequalled opportunity for more money-making investments.<br /><br /><br /><br /> Real Estate Prosperity <br /><br /> For investors who prefer to acquire complete structures, there are also opportunities for pre-construction of Tennessee investments like in beach resort construction, town houses and condominiums. The thriving travel industry is putting an even larger demand for vacation Tennessee real estate properties most especially in , providing growth to Tennessee real estate investment opportunities, as well as a higher rate of return on your investment.<br /><br /><br /><br /> For those who want to be involved in Tennessee real estate, a wide-range of resources are available, distance learning programs and even online education to acquire a license. You can voluntarily choose to live a happier life and a brighter future by choosing to live in Tennessee. There are hundreds of incentives in living in this state. So if your dream is to live a happy life, with a stable job, and in a happy place, Tennessee is the way to go, for a happier you.   <bio>Seth Willis Jr. is the webmaster for <a href="http://www.planetpads.com" >http://www.planetpads.com</a> and a savvy real estate investor. His focus for Planet Pads is to allow users to showcase their real estate from all over the world .Users can browse properties , rentals , vacation homes and commercial properties from every corner of the globe.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>From The Oilers To The Titans -- The Journey Of The Tennessee Titans</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:01:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>afc championship game</category><category>american football conference</category><category>american football league</category><category>tennessee oilers</category><category>national football league</category><category>mvp awards</category><category>jim norton</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/from-the-oilers-to-the-titans-the-journey-of-the-tennessee-titans</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Originally a charter member of the American Football League (AFL), the Tennessee Titans was previously known as the Huston Oilers, based in Houston, Texas. They began playing in 1960 and won two AFL championships, before the AFL merged with the National Football League (NFL) and became collectively]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Originally a charter member of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/american+football+league" rel="tag">American Football League</a> (AFL), the Tennessee Titans was previously known as the Huston Oilers, based in Houston, Texas. They began playing in 1960 and won two AFL championships, before the AFL merged with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/national+football+league" rel="tag">National Football League</a> (NFL) and became collectively known as the NFL. They are currently a member of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/american+football+conference" rel="tag">American Football Conference</a> (AFC) South Division in the NFL. In 1997, the Oilers relocated to the state of Tennessee, playing in Memphis for the first season and then moved to Nashville. For their first two seasons in Tennessee, they were known as the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tennessee+oilers" rel="tag">Tennessee Oilers</a> and then in 1999, changed their name to the Titans.<br><br>AFL success<br><br>In their first season playing in the AFL, they won the first ever AFL championship, and won it again a year later. Wally Lemm, their head coach during that time led a strong offense. The Oilers at that time had such a potent offense that half of the starting lineup in the 1961 and 1962 seasons played in the AFL All-Star Games. After the championship, Wally Lemm left the team but came back five years later for the 1967 and 1969 postseason. The team was recharged with such winning players as quarterback Pete Beathard, offensive guard Bob Talamini, running back Hoyle Granger, and safeties <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jim+norton" rel="tag">Jim Norton</a> and Ken Houston--one of the strongest defenses the league had ever seen.<br><br>Joining the NFL<br><br>In 1970, the American Football League (AFL) merged with the National Football League (NFL). In its first four seasons playing in the NFL, the Oilers lost under four different coaches. It was only in 1975 that it got its first winning record under head coach Bum Philips. The Houston posted a 10-4 record. In 1978, Earl Campbell, one of the best runners in NFL history got drafted to the team. From 1978 to 1981, Campbell earned four consecutive rushing titles, as well as two consecutive Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards in '78 and '79. The Oilers appeared in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/afc+championship+game" rel="tag">AFC Championship game</a> in 1978 and 1979 but were defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers--who eventually won the Super Bowl Championship. The team had a six-year slum from 1981 to 1986, and it was also at that time that injuries were slowing Earl Campbell down. Warren Moon, who came from the Canadian Football League playing for the Edmonton Eskimos, was drafted into the team in 1987 and it was then that the Oilers had its turnaround. His favorite receivers included Haywood Jeffries, Drew Hill, and Tim Smith--each posting multiple thousand-yard seasons. In 1990, Moon recorded two consecutive 4,000-yard seasons of passes and was named the AFC player of the year. During that season, center Mike Munchak and guard Bruce Matthews led a strong offensive line and tackle Ray Childress anchored a tough defense.<br><br>Becoming the Titans<br><br>Before the 1995 season that Moon left the team, Houston posted their worst-ever record in 11 years. In 1997, the Oilers moved to Memphis, Tennessee and later to Nashville and were then named the Titans. In 1999, the Titans got to Super Bowl XXXIV but lost to the St. Louis Rams.<bio>Rick Grantham is an avid sports fan. Most of Rick's articles focus on <a href="http://www.booyahvillage.com" target="new window">sports fan</a>. Many articles are related to <a href="http://www.booyahvillage.com/mlb.html" target="new window">major league merchandise</a> and other sports related topics. Rick is a contributing author to BooYah Village</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Go Here For The Best Affordable Health Insurance In Tennessee</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Dec 2007 08:29:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ If you're looking for affordable health insurance in Tennessee, TennCare might be the right choice for you.  TennCare, which went through a major reform 2005, is an affordable health insurance plan for people who qualify. Actually, TennCare is more than just affordable health insurance in]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you're looking for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Tennessee, TennCare might be the right choice for you. <br /><br /> TennCare, which went through a major reform 2005, is an affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> for people who qualify. Actually, TennCare is more than just affordable health insurance in Tennessee =96 it's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/free+health+insurance" rel="tag">free health insurance</a> in Tennessee; for those who qualify, of course. <br /><br /> TennCare used to much more accessible than it is today, after the reformation. Now, the trick is qualifying for this affordable health insurance in Tennessee. Those who lost their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tenncare+coverage" rel="tag">TennCare coverage</a> include adults who are eligible for another kind of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+program" rel="tag">health insurance program</a> or signed up for TennCare simply because they had very high medical bills. <br /><br /> Those who are still eligible after the reformation include pregnant women; women who need cancer treatment (breast and/or cervical); children under the age of 21; people receiving, or who have received, Supplement Security Income (SSI) or some other form of Social Security assistance; people who reside in nursing homes and have a total monthly income of less than $1,373; and anyone receiving any other kind of assistance from Tennessee, including the Families First program. <br /><br /> If you think you qualify for TennCare, visit the program's Web site and take a look around; however, if you don't qualify (and many don't, even if they can't find insurance elsewhere) but are still in need of affordable health insurance in Tennessee, don't give up. There are other options for you. TennCare also provides information about health services such as health services, mental health services, and dental services offered throughout Tennessee at a low cost or for free. TennCare will even help you locate prescription medication services that may help you be able to afford your medications. <br /><br /> Although state-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+programs" rel="tag">health insurance programs</a> =96 such as TennCare =96 usually have a very strict set of criteria in order to qualify for benefits, there are always other ways to find affordable health insurance in Tennessee.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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