TVA Council Opens Mic on Tennessee Valley Land and Water
Published Date: 11/3/2026
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The Tennessee Valley Authority’s Regional Resource Stewardship Council is meeting November 18-19, 2026, to talk about managing natural resources in the Tennessee Valley. The public can join in person or online, with a special hour for comments on November 19. This meeting affects local landowners, environmental groups, and anyone interested in how TVA cares for the land and water, with updates on permits and river management.
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