We have news from across the Volunteer State.

Kyle Weiss, a native of Seattle and a graduate student in the Bredesen Center, has combined two passions - the outdoors and renewable energy - in a device that does not use electrical energy.

The areas include artificial intelligence, sustainability and clean tech, health tech, financial technology, and eCommerce.

Blake Norris has owned several boats and, like many individuals, he's launched his boat at various locations and is always very mindful of the security of the trailer. The device he's invented - Chock-It - adds a new layer of security for the trailer owner.

This follows recent action by the General Assembly approving the governor's request for a $50 million incentives fund to attract nuclear companies to the Volunteer State.

The first nodes in the EPB Quantum Network powered by Qubitekk will be deployed in July, making Chattanooga the first in the country and only second in the world to have such a powerful network.

Around 60 universities, industries and economic and government agencies are partners in the two-year effort that could lead to a much bigger program.

He's positive about the city and the Volunteer State going forward, but notes that it will be dependent on community leaders and entrepreneurs to ensure that efforts succeed.