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What are the differences between Blackburn and Rose as candidates for Tennessee governor?
This story was originally published by the Nashville Banner. Sign up for their newsletter at nashvillebanner.com/newsletters.It can be hard to separate two members of the same party with nearly identical policy platforms like the frontrunners in Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial primary election. It gets harder to separate them when campaigning happens primarily behind closed doors.
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Alabamians facing more debt collection lawsuits than ever, report says
A study published last week found debt lawsuits in Alabama reached their highest level in 2025, affecting some of the most vulnerable people in…
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Georgia building first state psychiatric hospital since landmark disability case
After spending 16 years moving away from a psychiatric care system centered on institutionalization, state officials are preparing to build Georgia's largest state hospital…
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‘Clean slate:’ Officials want public input on state park at McDonald Farm
SALE CREEK — With over 1,000 acres at McDonald Farm set to become a new state park, officials are seeking input from the community…
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Hamilton County cited costs in closing dental clinic. Records provide a fuller picture.
Dentist Jon Salinas didn't learn Hamilton County would refer displaced patients to his practice until weeks after officials had already announced plans to close…
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Toni Says: What to know about receiving a shingles shot at no cost with Medicare
In October, I enrolled in Medicare but did not enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan. I went to my doctor in April for…
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What’s Going There? Over 300 new housing units gain approval during July Regional Planning Commission meeting
A Hamilton County planning board has recommended the approval of more than 300 new homes across four developments in different parts of the county.
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Hilleary, Garrett leading Republicans in race to succeed Rose in Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District
St. George Marina in Cumberland County can't escape the Tennessee summer heat. In early July, local organizers gathered under a wooden picnic shelter overlooking the water to escape the blazing sun.
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They harvest the nation’s food, but a new rule may strip them of health insurance
Seasonal work. Inconsistent hours. Frequent moves. Cash payments and informal jobs. For farmworkers who rely on Medicaid, these common employment patterns could put their health coverage at risk.
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BBB warns: Don’t be fooled by ‘free’ gas and grocery card postcards
With the cost of groceries and fuel continuing to strain many household budgets, it's no surprise that consumers are eager to take advantage of legitimate savings opportunities. Unfortunately, scammers know this too, and they're increasingly using the U.S. mail to lure people with promises of free gas and grocery gift cards.
