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Tennessee school boards could face voter recalls under new bill

A newly filed Tennessee bill would allow dissatisfied voters to recall certain elected officials, including school board members. Though the bill doesn’t specifically target Memphis, it comes as the political fallout over the firing of former Superintendent Marie Feagins continues to complicate school board dynamics in Shelby County.
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Behn Moves Into General Election Sprint Following Primary Win

The Democratic state rep is on a tight timeline ahead of December’s 7th Congressional District special election

Early voting for Knoxville's City Council Election is now open. Here's a snapshot of the candidates

KNOXVILLE, Tenn — Early voting is now underway in the city of Knoxville, with five of the nine City Council seats on the ballot — a majority that will shape local decisions for the next four years.