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Report: Stadium, arena subsidies not worth it for taxpayers | National
SUMMARY: A Tax Foundation report reveals that taxpayer-funded subsidies for new or renovated sports stadiums often fail to deliver promised tax revenue and job growth. Research consistently indicates these subsidies merely redirect spending rather than generate new economic activity. Prominent examples in 2024 include proposed subsidies for the Tampa Rays and Chicago Bears, both at $2.4 billion. Critics argue such projects, like Philadelphia’s new arena, are often accompanied by misleading economic claims. Economists stress that cities, not teams, drive local economies, with several cities, such as San Diego and Seattle, thriving despite losing major sports teams.
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Last day to register to vote in TN
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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Morning Weather (10/7): Mostly sunny, turning cooler with highs in the middle to upper 70s
SUMMARY: Good morning! This week, East Tennessee will experience a fall-like shift in weather, with highs in the 70s and lows in the 40s and 50s due to a passing cold front that is mostly dry. Expect some cloud cover and comfortable northerly winds. In the tropics, Hurricane Milton has upgraded to a category 2 and is projected to become a major hurricane before landfall on Florida’s west coast midweek. While Milton will have significant impacts in Florida, East Tennessee will remain unaffected, with dry conditions expected. We’ll continue to monitor the situation.
Here is your morning weather report for Monday, October 7, 2024.
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Florida prepares for another major hurricane
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 โa major hurricane late Mondayโ and could reach Category 3 major hurricane strength as it barrels toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.
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