All Tennessee Counties Report 5% or Lower Unemployment in May

Issue #480

June 27, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

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📰 All Tennessee Counties Report 5% or Lower Unemployment in May

📰 Remembering Director Bill Doelle: A Legacy of Service and Dedication to Tennessee Law Enforcement

📌 6/28: Free Disc Golf Event at Woodland Park

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🎵 Today’s Live Music

👉 Your Guide to Summer Camps & Kids Activities in July! 

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!

All Tennessee Counties Report 5% or Lower Unemployment in May

The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has released new unemployment figures showing that jobless rates across the state remain relatively low. As of May, all 95 counties reported unemployment rates at or below 5%, with the vast majority coming in under that threshold.

Only Hardeman County reached a 5% unemployment rate—the highest in the state for the month. Johnson County followed closely at 4.9%, with Perry County at 4.8%.

Maury County saw a modest increase, with a May unemployment rate of 2.5%, slightly higher than April’s figure. Neighboring Williamson County reported the lowest jobless rate at 2.6%, while Davidson County recorded 2.8%.

According to the state’s report, 92 counties experienced slight increases in unemployment compared to the previous month, while only three saw decreases.

The statewide unemployment rate held steady at 3.5% in May.

“Tennessee’s statewide unemployment rate in May was 3.5%. Unlike the statewide rate, county rates are not adjusted to account for seasonal impacts on employment,” the TDLW said.

The next update, reflecting June’s employment data, is scheduled to be released on July 17.

To view the full report, visit: TDLW May 2025 Labor Estimates

Remembering Director Bill Doelle: A Legacy of Service and Dedication to Tennessee Law Enforcement

From Maury County Sheriff’s Department’s post on 6/25…

With heavy hearts the Maury County Sheriff's Department announces the passing of Director William "Bill" Doelle, The Director of the 22nd Judicial Drug Task Force with the Maury County Sheriff's Department.

Director Bill Doelle passed unexpectedly on Saturday June 21st following a brief illness. If you ever met "Bill" you would remember him for the rest of your life. During his Law Enforcement career, spanning nearly 42 years, he was a leader, a devoted public servant, a friend, and beloved by all that knew him. His dedication to his community and his Brothers and Sisters in law enforcement was ever present in his life and career. Bill was also the President of the Tennessee Narcotic Officer Association (TNOA) and has been involved with TNOA since its inception, serving on the Board of Directors for over 20 years. As the President of the TNOA, he guided and supported Narcotics Officers across the State of Tennessee.

Funeral Arrangements are as follows:

** Visitation will be at Oakes and Nichols Funeral Home located in Columbia, TN on Thursday June 26th 4pm-8pm and the day of the funeral from Noon-2pm.

** Funeral Services will be conducted at Oaks and Nichols Funeral Home located in Columbia, TN on June 27th at 2pm with burial to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery with Honors provided by the Maury County Sheriff's Department.

6/28: Free Disc Golf Event at Woodland Park

Come out for a free disc golf event!

When:
8:30 Sign Up
9:00 Tee off

Where:
Woodland Park - 821 W. 9th St, Columbia

Whether you have played disc golf events before or this is your first time throwing a frisbee at a basket, we want to see you out there!

We will play one doubles round (You will have a partner) - Top 3 teams win discs. Free closest to the pin challenges on two holes.

We can't wait to see you out there!

Upcoming Local Events

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Friday, June 27th

Saturday, June 28th

Sunday, June 29th

More Events Coming Soon!

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Friday, June 27th

TBA, The Spot, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Rob Harris, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Open Mic, Grinder’s Switch, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ben Cannon, Whiskey Alley, 6:00 - 7:45 PM
Brian and Melanie, Buck & Board, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Rett Stocstill, Grazie! Italian Eatery, 6:30 - 9:30 PM
The Tim Turner Band, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wynn Varble, Gordon Kennedy, & Gary Chapman, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Karli & James, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM 
Broken by Monday, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday, June 28th

Grasskickers, Keg Springs Winery, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Crossbridgers, Amber Falls Winery, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Lydia Rae, Buck & Board, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Lucas Hoge, Ken Hart & Michael Farren, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:00 PM, Reservations Here
Beyond the Grove, Grazie! Italian Eatery, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Lisa Law & The Fab 3, Puckett’s, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Powerplay, The Boondox, 8pm
South Bound Crows, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sunday, June 29th

The Sins, Amber Falls Winery, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
CJ Conklin, Fizzy’s Bar & Grill, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

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