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    Tennessee Passes $58B Budget Without Grocery Tax Cuts

    Republican leaders emphasize need for cautious approach amid slowing revenue growth and federal funding cuts.

    Tennessee Governor Designates June as 'Nuclear Family Month' Instead of Pride Month

    The move is seen as exclusionary by LGBTQ+ advocates, who say the strongest families are grounded in love.

    Tennessee Senator to Host Black Maternal Health Hearing

    Hearing scheduled during Black Maternal Health Week at the state capitol

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    Recent news

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Tennessee Passes $58B Budget with Major Investments

    Lawmakers focus on education, healthcare, infrastructure, and more in new state spending plan.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Tennessee Lawmakers Aim to Restore $84M in Summer Food Aid

    Bill would override Governor's rejection of federal funds for child nutrition programs.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Tennessee Approves New State Board for Music City Loop Project

    The Boring Company begins excavation work for the high-speed underground transit system.

    Apr. 13, 2026

    Bill Requiring Advance Notice to Relocate Homeless Tennesseans Heads to Governor's Desk

    The proposed law aims to prevent local governments from transporting homeless individuals to other jurisdictions without coordination.
    Upcoming events

    Apr. 19

    Writers Night hosted by Steve Goodie

    Apr. 19

    Harry Potter and the Chamber Of Secrets in Concert w/ Nashville Symphony

    Apr. 19

    DAYA: Til Every Petal Drops Tour with Claire Brooks

    Apr. 19

    Pop Evil – The What Remains Tour w/ Sierra Pilot & Kamenar
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    Apr. 19

    National Garlic Day

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    Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Action Day

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    Go Fly a Kite Day

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    Humorous Day

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    Nashville School Board Candidates Outline Priorities Ahead of May 5 Primary
    Government

    Tennessee Faces $240M SNAP Benefit Bill Under Trump-Era Law
    Law

    Tennessee AG Calls Nashville School's Muslim Prayer Room 'Unconstitutional'
    U.S. Military

    Army Unveils First Tiltrotor Aircraft: Cheyenne II