Tennessee cancels Moccasin Bend psychiatric hospital plan due to archaeological findings.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the cancellation of plans to build a new psychiatric hospital at Moccasin Bend in Chattanooga due to findings from an archaeological review. The site, rich in cultural heritage, features evidence of human habitation for 12,000 years. The state will seek alternative locations for the facility while prioritizing preservation. This decision supports Chattanooga's ambition to become a National Park City and aligns with Tennessee's conservation goals.