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Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
$5 million in funding available for Tennessee senior centers: What to know
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Senior centers can send applications to the Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) for grant funding, a state spokesperson said. The Tennessee General Assembly has set aside $5 million in one-time funding for senior centers throughout the state. This money is meant to help give older adults access to resources, activities and social connections. It can be spent on goals including: Capital Projects, such as building improvements and equipment Marketing Programming and activities Routine operating expenses other than staff salaries Applications are due by 4 p.m. central time on August 8, and centers have to spend the funding by March 31, 2027. Centers can apply for funding between $10,000 and $50,000. Morristown hosts the Tennessee State Disc Golf Championships Individuals and long-term care/assisted living facilities are not included. The state gave the following qualifications for centers: A single-purpose agency with programs and activities designed and operated only for the benefit of adults aged 60 and over; or A multi-purpose agency with a broad spectrum of services, which shall include provisions of health, social, nutritional, and educational services, and the provision of facilities for recreational activities for adults aged 60 and over; and, An organization with established programming that provides a minimum of 16 hours a month of activities or services specifically targeted for adults 60 and over. READ: More top stories on 'DDA is committed to ensuring senior centers in both rural and urban communities across the state are vibrant and thriving,' said DDA Commissioner Brad Turner. 'We hope this funding can help enhance the offerings, improve equipment, modernize buildings, and ensure that our senior centers continue to be spaces where older adults can access resources, connect with their peers, and enjoy a wide range of activities.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Broadcast Pro
13-03-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
EditShare to unveil next-gen media solutions at NAB 2025
Following on from the Ultimate series debut at IBC 2024, EditShare's latest advancements will now make their US premiere in Las Vegas. EditShare is gearing up for a major showcase at NAB 2025, which will take place in Las Vegas Convention Center from April 6–9, where it will debut advancements in media storage, workflow efficiency and AI-driven content management. Building on the success of its Ultimate series launch at IBC 2024, EditShare will introduce its latest innovations to the US market. The next-generation media storage solutions promise exceptional speed and scalability, catering to a broad spectrum of production environments—from boutique post-production houses to large-scale broadcasters. Enhanced workflow efficiency and robust security features will ensure creative teams can operate at peak performance. Beyond storage, EditShare is rolling out upgrades to its intelligent media management tools, streamlining how professionals organize, process and retrieve assets. These enhancements will deliver faster, more intuitive workflows, reinforced by major OS improvements for increased reliability and ease of use. With new competitive pricing, EditShare aims to make high-end media solutions more accessible than ever. A highlight of NAB 2025 will be a live demonstration of EditShare's high-performance NVMe storage seamlessly integrated with Lasergraphics' cutting-edge film scanning technology. This showcase will emphasise the system's capability to manage high-resolution media with unprecedented efficiency. Brad Turner, Chief Executive Officer of EditShare, said: 'Our goal has always been to give media professionals the tools they need to create, collaborate, and deliver with ease. The advancements we're bringing to NAB 2025 demonstrate our dedication to helping our customers stay ahead of the curve. With faster speeds, smarter workflows, and better value, we're changing the game.' Visitors to NAB 2025 are encouraged to stop by EditShare's booth for live demonstrations and an exclusive look at the future of media workflows. Stand SL4216
