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President Trump Confirms Visit to Tennessee Saturday Despite Hurricane Isaias Concerns
President Donald Trump confirmed Friday that he will travel to Tennessee on Saturday for a midterm election rally in Clarksville despite concerns about the remnants of Hurricane Isaias bringing rain and strong winds to the region. Trump announced the decision in a...
Boring Company Reports Major Construction Progress on Nashville’s Music City Loop
The Boring Company said construction of its Music City Loop project in Nashville is accelerating, with two tunnel boring machines now operating simultaneously and two more expected to join before the end of the year. In an October 1 blog post, the company said...
Memphis Mayor Orders 90-Day Study to Develop Data Center Rules
Memphis Mayor Paul Young issued an executive order on Friday establishing a 90-day study period to develop recommendations on how the city should regulate large data centers. The study aims to create policy guardrails and recommended safeguards for the city’s...
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The State News Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to providing high-quality journalism that informs and engages the public. Our mission is to deliver reliable reporting on state and local news, ensuring that communities are well-informed about the issues that impact their daily lives. We uphold the traditions of American journalism by prioritizing transparency, accountability, and integrity in all our work.
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