SUMMARY: With the November 5th election approaching, today is the final deadline to register to vote in Tennessee. Voters can register online at goote.tn.gov, where about 80% of applications are completed. Traditional paper applications are also available and can be submitted by mail or dropped off at local election offices. Early voting begins next Wednesday and will continue through the end of the month.

Visit GoVoteTN.gov to register, update or check your registration.

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SUMMARY: The toll from Hurricane Helen has risen to at least 230 confirmed deaths, with over 170 people still missing. As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, crews are clearing debris while residents prepare by filling sandbags and stockpiling supplies. The National Hurricane Center warns that Milton will bring life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds, affecting both the West and East Coasts. Forecasts suggest Milton may strengthen to a category 3 storm upon landfall. Efforts are underway to support recovery from Hurricane Helen while preparing for Milton’s impact.

The National Hurricane Center warned Sunday that Milton is expected to become “a major hurricane late Monday” and could reach Category 3 major hurricane strength as it barrels toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

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SUMMARY: The sunset over Douglas Lake was beautiful, with temperatures reaching 85°F today but set to drop due to an incoming cold front. Tonight, lows will hover around 60°F, with cooler air expected from the north. As the front moves through, afternoon highs will reach the mid-70s. Meanwhile, Hurricane Milton is intensifying as it approaches Florida, expected to dump over 10 inches of rain and potentially become a Category 4 hurricane, impacting areas near Tampa. Locally, expect mild temperatures dropping into the 40s midweek, with sunshine and little chance of rain, offering good conditions for fall foliage viewing.

This week will be filled with abundant sunshine, cooler temps and dry conditions.

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