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Iowa's Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant Restart Receives Record $1.9 Billion Federal Loan

Iowa's Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant Restart Receives Record $1.9 Billion Federal Loan

Iowa's Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant Restart Receives Record $1.9 Billion Federal Loan
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Starbucks' new Snoopy cup is here. Where to find the Peanuts collection in Tennessee

Starbucks' new Snoopy cup is here. Where to find the Peanuts collection in Tennessee

Starbucks is launching a new Peanuts collection in Tennessee stores beginning Sept. 15, featuring Snoopy-themed cups, drinkware and other merchandise.
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Tennessee Lawmakers Advocate for National Adoption of State's Voter ID and Citizenship Verification Laws

Tennessee Lawmakers Advocate for National Adoption of State's Voter ID and Citizenship Verification Laws

Tennessee lawmakers are advocating for the national adoption of election integrity measures similar to those already in place in their state, specifically referencing the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act. State Representative Jason Zachary, a guest columnist, highlights that Tennessee already requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and a photo ID to cast a ballot. He asserts that these measures ensure election integrity and voter confidence, allowing Tennesseans to trust that their votes count and that elections are decided by eligible voters. Zachary criticizes what he perceives as a failure by many Democratic-led states to implement similar safeguards, citing instances of non-citizens on voter rolls in other states as evidence of lax laws. He argues that these requirements are not radical but rather a baseline for any serious election system, emphasizing that public opinion polls show strong support for government-issued ID at the polls, even among Democrats.
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Two Memphis children's hospitals landed high on annual national rankings

Two Memphis children's hospitals landed high on annual national rankings

Also in public health news, the CDC says the U.S. is facing a worse tick- and mosquito-borne illness season than it has in almost a decade.
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Memphis home prices drop 4.1%, among the largest declines in the US

Memphis home prices drop 4.1%, among the largest declines in the US

Memphis home prices are falling as high mortgage rates and shifting market demand cool the housing sector in Tennessee.
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US nuclear regulator's overhaul of rules to run well into 2027, its chief says

US nuclear regulator's overhaul of rules to run well into 2027, its chief says

By Francois Murphy VIENNA, Sept 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. nuclear power regulator's overhaul of rules, part of a push to cut approval times for new reactors to 18 months, will continue well into next year, its chairman told Reuters on Tuesday, as the Trump administration seeks to quadruple the
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Nation's largest nursing school expands to Nashville as shortage grows

Nation's largest nursing school expands to Nashville as shortage grows

Chamberlain University announced plans to build a nursing school in Nashville amid a growing nursing shortage.
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Iowa Task Force Recommends Aggressive Pursuit of Nuclear Energy

Iowa Task Force Recommends Aggressive Pursuit of Nuclear Energy

A recent report from the Iowa Nuclear Energy Task Force advocates for the aggressive development of nuclear power within the state. This recommendation comes as Iowa faces the steady retirement of fossil fuel plants across the country, with over a third of its current electricity still generated from burning coal and natural gas. The task force highlights nuclear power's safety and reliability, citing its low total deaths per unit of electricity produced and minimal public health impact compared to other energy sources. The report also addresses concerns about nuclear waste, noting that while fossil fuel waste is released into the atmosphere, nuclear waste is fully contained. The total volume of spent nuclear fuel produced in the U.S. since the 1950s is described as remarkably small, estimated to fit on a football field at a depth of approximately 10 yards. The task force suggests that tax credits and financial support for nuclear energy are justifiable, similar to other energy investments, and are crucial...
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Kenco Expands Innovation Lab in Chattanooga to Advance Supply Chain Automation

Kenco Expands Innovation Lab in Chattanooga to Advance Supply Chain Automation

Kenco Expands Innovation Lab in Chattanooga to Advance Supply Chain Automation
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Trump hits negative approval rating in Tennessee for first time

Trump hits negative approval rating in Tennessee for first time

New polling shows Trump's net approval rating in Tennessee has fallen below zero for the first time during either of his presidential terms.
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University of Regina Researchers Develop Advanced Materials for Small Modular Reactor Waste Storage

University of Regina Researchers Develop Advanced Materials for Small Modular Reactor Waste Storage

Researchers at the University of Regina's Small Modular Reactor Fuel Corrosion Lab, led by the Arthur Situm Group, are developing specialized ceramic and glass materials for the safe, long-term storage of nuclear waste produced by molten salt reactors (MSRs). MSRs are a new type of small modular reactor (SMR) that utilize hot liquid salt as a coolant, allowing them to operate at higher temperatures and achieve greater energy efficiency compared to traditional reactors. While MSRs generate less nuclear waste, the waste still requires secure containment to prevent environmental leakage. The URegina team is employing the Canadian Light Source (CLS) to analyze the atomic-level physical structure of these new materials, aiming to enhance their ability to trap harmful radioactive elements within a stable structure. This research is crucial for ensuring the safe disposal of SMR waste.
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Which private schools have the most expensive tuition in TN? Here's the top 25

Which private schools have the most expensive tuition in TN? Here's the top 25

Which private schools have the highest tuition rates in Middle Tennessee?