Tennessee’s Lamar Alexander has set some ambitious policy goals to reach before he retires from the Senate in 2020.
In the Belly of the Beltway
New U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett’s first impressions of Congress have reinforced his perception that the nation’s capital is dysfunctional.
New Boss Named for TVA
Jeffrey Lyash will move south from Canada in April to take over the nation’s largest public utility.
Setting the Agenda
With an eye on increased development outside the city limits, County Commission considers whether to restructure the planning commission.
The Carhartt Congressman
Tim Burchett scores an easy win in the 2nd District congressional race by sticking with what has worked.
ORNL Data Assists FEMA in Disasters
ORNL researchers help FEMA prepare for and respond to Hurricane Michael and other catastrophes.
A Tale of Two Bredesens
The final Senate debate revolves around whether the former governor is partisan or pragmatic.
Debate Day Is Here
Bredesen and Blackburn square off at UT’s Baker Center (with Taylor Swift riding shotgun)
Kavanaugh Controversy Comes to Tennessee
The fight to confirm the newest Supreme Court justice is over, but with local voices weighing in it is a likely topic at the upcoming Senate debate.











