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One-third of Tennessee’s state’s lawmakers are planning a trip to Memphis this weekend to mingle with hundreds of legislators from other Southern states.

The Southern Legislative Conference, which is closed to the public,…

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Press Release from First Lady Crissy Haslam, June 22, 2011:

Mrs. Haslam Supports Operation Smart Child in Memphis

NASHVILLE – First Lady Crissy Haslam visited with members of the faith-based community in Memphis today…

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Days before the Mississippi River is expected to crest in Memphis, Gov. Bill Haslam’s office is releasing a “video journal” of him on the ground tromping through the rubble left from

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Republicans have picked up some education bills and dropped others like hot potatoes. Some of those lawmakers have splintered off and opposed prime education reform bills, thickening the political plot as the legislation inches closer to passage.

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New census numbers underscore a more diverse Tennessee, a struggling Memphis, and booming Williamson and Rutherford counties.

Both counties’ growth exceeded 44 percent compared with the last decennial count; Williamson’s population at the 2010…

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The Memphis City Schools turmoil presents a seize-the-opportunity moment for the state to step in and make dramatic improvements in the city’s troubled public education system,  Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey said Thursday during his…

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Press Release from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development; Feb. 14, 2011:

NASHVILLE – Governor Bill Haslam and Commissioner Bill Hagerty of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development…

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Press Release from the House of Representatives Democratic Caucus; Feb. 11, 2011:

Democrats Express Disappointment in Timing of Haslam Signature

(Nashville) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Mike Turner expressed disappointment in…

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Bill passed today by the House — already approved in the Senate — puts in motion the process for the districts’ consolidation. No word Thursday whether Haslam will sign it.

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Press Release from the Office of Gov. Bill Haslam, Jan. 24, 2011:

First Regional Meeting to Take Place in Memphis Thursday

NASHVILLE – Governor Bill Haslam announced a series of regional jobs roundtables to…

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Press Release from Sen. Beverly Marrero, D-Memphis, Jan 12, 2011:

Senator chosen to lead 22-member delegation

NASHVILLE – State Senator Beverly Marrero (D-Memphis) was elected chair of the Shelby County Delegation on Wednesday, becoming…

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Press Release from the Bill Haslam for Governor Campaign, Sept. 15, 2010:

Discusses Strategy to Grow Jobs in Memphis and Shelby County

ARLINGTON – Republican gubernatorial nominee and Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam focused…

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