SUMMARY: Tennessee’s tax revenues for September totaled $2.2 billion, exceeding budget forecasts by $101.2 million, driven by strong sales taxes (up $43.8 million) and corporate taxes (up $47 million). However, corporate tax collections fell by $69.8 million compared to last year, with an 10.9% drop from August to September. Finance Commissioner Jim Bryson noted that while sales taxes indicated strong consumer activity and surpassed expectations, corporate taxes fell short of last year’s figures due to tax cuts from the 2023 Tennessee Works Tax Act. Overall, September’s revenues are 2.81% above budgeted estimates for the fiscal year.

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SUMMARY: Ree Denness reports that Wednesday’s chilly weather will continue, with temperatures 10-15° below average and potential frost in the mornings. Tonight will be particularly cold, with lows dropping to near or below freezing, especially in the valley and Upper East Tennessee. Highs today will reach the mid to upper 50s. While Friday morning may not see a significant temperature rise, daytime sunshine will gradually warm conditions, with highs expected to climb into the mid-70s and lows around the mid-40s by next week. Residents should bundle up as colder nights persist this week.

Here is your afternoon weather report on Wednesday, Oct. 16.

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SUMMARY: A panel discussion was held at Walter State Community College in Morristown, Tennessee, addressing the aftermath of Hurricane Helen, which caused severe damage in East Tennessee. Featured representatives included officials from FEMA, the Small Business Administration, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, and the FBI. They discussed their agencies’ responses, emphasizing the importance of applying for assistance, common scams, and collaboration among agencies. Community members were urged to register for aid via FEMA to access relief. The panel highlighted ongoing support efforts for affected individuals and businesses, ensuring resources and assistance were available for recovery.

FEMA and other agencies address misinformation and recovery efforts during a roundtable discussion.

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