SUMMARY: Riverview Baptist Church in Erwin, Tennessee, is undergoing extensive rebuilding after severe flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in late September. The main sanctuary remained largely intact, but the church endured up to 4 feet of water and mud, damaging electrical systems. Volunteers helped clear debris and begin reconstruction, as the church relies on donations and a GoFundMe for funding, without support from insurance or government aid. The basement has been reframed and rewired, though attached structures like the fellowship hall were lost. Deacon Jeff Simmons aims for the church to be ready by Christmas.

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SUMMARY: On Tuesday night, former President Donald Trump led Vice President Kamala Harris in Tennessee, with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn also outperforming Democratic state Rep. Gloria Jones. Blackburn celebrated the victory, stating it belonged to the people of Tennessee. By 9:30 p.m., six Republican U.S. representatives, including Diana Harshbarger and Tim Burchett, were projected winners, with two more, Andy Ogles and Mark Green, showing significant leads. Polls indicated strong Republican support, as over 2.2 million Tennesseans, or 45.88% of registered voters, voted early, representing a slight decrease from 2020 but a 32.2% increase since 2016.

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SUMMARY: In Clarksville, voter turnout has been strong as Election Night progresses, with many residents coming in after work. Early voting numbers in Montgomery County have set a record, surpassing those of the 2020 election. Key issues for voters include education, inflation, and rising costs, particularly concerning the impact on young people. There are six open Council seats contested by 17 candidates, alongside significant House and Senate races. Incumbent Mark Green is seeking his third straight victory against former Nashville mayor Megan Barry in Tennessee’s 7th District. Results are expected to start arriving shortly.

Voter turnout in Montgomery County, TN

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