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Former Tennessee Gov. Winfield Dunn dies

Winfield Dunn, former governor and stalwart of the Tennessee GOP, dies at 97.

Winfield Dunn, who in 1971 became the state's first Republican governor in half a century, died on Saturday. He was 97. Though Dunn only served one term, he remained a stalwart of the Tennessee GOP over his lifetime,

YAHOO!News · 8h

Former Tennessee Gov. Winfield Dunn dies at 97

Former Gov. Winfield Dunn, who in 1970 became the first Republican elected governor in more than 50 years, died Saturday at the age of 97. Gov. Bill Lee’s office announced Dunn’s death in a statement.

Action News 5 Memphis on MSN · 9h

Former Tenn. Governor Winfield Dunn dies at 97

Former Tennessee Governor Winfield Dunn has passed away at the age of 97. Dunn became Tennessee’s first Republican governor in 1971; Dunn served one term as governor but went on to become a political mainstay in the GOP.

Knoxville WVLT-TV on MSN · 9h

Winfield Dunn, former Tennessee governor, passes away

Dunn became the first Republican to serve as Governor in Tennessee in 50 years when he was elected in 1970, a position he held until 1975.

Biden approves Tennessee emergency declaration

USA Today · 19h

Flood rescue efforts continue as Biden approves emergency for Tennessee

Federal disaster assistance for Tennessee to supplement response efforts due to Helene, FEMA announced Saturday morning.

MSNBC · 23h

Biden approves Tennessee emergency declaration as South wakes up to Helene aftermath

President Joe Biden added Tennessee to a list of states requesting emergency funding as multiple states wake up to widespread damage in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. NBC News' Priscilla Thompson reports from Georgia where hurricane winds left the most destruction.

Yahoo · 59m

President Biden approves federal aid for Floridians affected by Hurricane Helene

Anna Maria Island residents lost ‘everything’ to Hurricane Helene Residents and business owners can begin applying for assistance at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA app.

Patients and staff stranded on roof of Tennessee hospital

ABC · 20h

Rescue missions after Helene's flooding include dozens stranded on Tennessee hospital roof

Patients and their caregivers were rescued from a Tennessee hospital’s roof after flooding caused by Hurricane Helene drove them from the building’s interior and conditions made rescue efforts difficu

CNN · 1d

Dozens rescued from roof of Tennessee hospital during flooding from Helene

More than 50 people are stranded on the roof of a Tennessee hospital on Friday after rising floodwaters from Hurricane Helene complicated evacuation efforts.

USA Today · 1d

Tennessee floods: 54 people stranded on Unicoi County Hospital roof rescued as water rose

Other agencies involved in the rescue effort rescued the remaining patients and staff. Unicoi County Sheriff Mike Hensley told Knox News he watched as helicopters from throughout the region descended on the roof after floodwaters rose so quickly authorities couldn't even get boats near the building.

Water Around Tennessee Dam Receding

The New York Times · 19h

Water Around Tennessee Dam Receding After Heavy Rain From Helene

The authorities were evacuating people downstream from the Nolichucky Dam, warning that a breach could cause deadly flooding.

NBC News on MSN · 1d

Water overtops North Carolina dam, forcing evacuations after heavy rain

Water overtopped the Lake Lure dam in North Carolina on Friday, forcing evacuations after Hurricane Helene inundated the area.

Associated Press · 1d

North Carolina dam releases floodwater after Hurricane Helene

Duke Energy opened floodgates on the Cowans Ford Dam in North Carolina Friday. They're trying to ease pressure on lakes in the area following heavy rain from what had been Hurricane Helene.

Miami Dolphins, Tennessee Titans and NFL

USA Today · 22h

Tennessee Titans vs Miami Dolphins predictions: Expert picks for Week 4 NFL game

Our expert predictions are in for the Tennessee Titans vs. Miami Dolphins on Monday. Here's who our experts are picking to win the Titans' Week 4 NFL game.

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SFGATE on MSN · 8h

NFL Week 4 Preview: Dolphins vs. Titans Key Players to Watch, Stats, TV & Live Stream Info

At Hard Rock Stadium on Monday, the Miami Dolphins meet the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about the players to watch in this matchup in the column below. Don't miss a touchdown this NFL season. Catch every score with NFL RedZone on Fubo.

USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire · 10h

Dolphins vs. Titans best bets, picks and odds | Week 4 2024

Best bets are available as the Tennessee Titans (0-3) enter a matchup against the Miami Dolphins (1-2) on Monday, September 30, 2024 at Hard Rock Stadium on a three-game losing streak.Best against

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LIVE UPDATES: As East Tennessee struggles to recover, flood risks and travel issues remain

Conditions are still dangerous because of strong gusts, the National Weather Service warns, and flooding and wind risks ...

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TBI sets up missing persons hotline amid severe flooding in East Tennessee

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has set up a hotline to coordinate missing persons reports in areas affected by severe ...

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Eastern Tennessee Officials Brace Residents for ‘Life Lost’ After Helene

Though no bodies have been recovered in Unicoi County, authorities say they expect fatalities among about a half-dozen people ...

Dozens dead as Helene unleashes life-threatening flooding. Dam break is imminent in Tennessee

Helene continues to unleash its fury across the Southeast after leaving 49 people dead in multiple states, leveling entire ...

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Gov. Lee declares state of emergency, requests FEMA assistance after catastrophic flooding in East Tennessee

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared a state of emergency after catastrophic flooding hit swaths of East Tennessee ...

The final 3 anti-abortion activists have been sentenced in a Tennessee clinic blockade

The final three anti-abortion activists convicted of a 2021 Tennessee clinic blockade have been sentenced, including the ...

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How Karate Benson got his name and emerged as Tennessee State football's top receiver

He had nine catches for 99 yards in the 24-14 loss. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each ...

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