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Blackburn pushes for recognition of American girls in sports

By Memphis Standard | Oct 10, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee has released a video commemorating women's achievements in sports on October 10th. Earlier this year, she introduced a resolution to designate this date as 'American Girls in Sports Day.' Despite the introduction, Senate Democrats blocked the resolution last month.

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Blackburn visits disaster relief center; updates on I-40 repairs

By Memphis Standard | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn recently visited the Northeast Tennessee Disaster Relief Center at Bristol Motor Speedway. The center is currently a significant site for donations and collections, logistics for search-and-rescue operations, and hosts a regional disaster relief hotline. Following her tour, Senator Blackburn was joined by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger in addressing the media.

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Blackburn reflects on one-year anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel

By Memphis Standard | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has released a video message to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas. The attack, which occurred on October 7, resulted in the loss of more than 1,200 lives.

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Senator Blackburn offers pop-up office hours for flood relief assistance

By Memphis Standard | Oct 7, 2024

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's impact on East Tennessee, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has announced pop-up office hours in the affected counties. These sessions aim to provide immediate assistance to flood victims.

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Which former Memphis Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By Memphis Standard | Oct 6, 2024

These former Memphis Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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Memphis Standard area weekly mass times

By Memphis Standard | Oct 5, 2024

The following parishes in the Memphis Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Tennessee base advances in bid to host KC-46 aircraft

By Memphis Standard | Oct 4, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has announced that the 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base in Knoxville, Tennessee, is advancing to the final phase of competition to become a main operating base for the KC-46 Pegasus aircraft. This decision by the U.S. Department of the Air Force places Tennessee among seven potential locations for this strategic role.

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Blackburn discusses Hurricane Helene's impact on East Tennessee

By Memphis Standard | Oct 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn recently discussed the impact of Hurricane Helene on East Tennessee communities with WJHL News Channel 11. The interview focused on the federal government's response to the crisis.

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Senators push for urgent passage of hurricane relief legislation

By Memphis Standard | Oct 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee has joined forces with Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina and ten other Senate colleagues to urge swift action on a disaster relief package for victims of Hurricane Helene. The bipartisan group sent a letter to key Senate leaders, including Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, emphasizing the urgent need for legislative support.

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Tennessee leaders urge swift approval of disaster aid after Hurricane Helene

By Memphis Standard | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, representing Tennessee, has taken the lead in urging President Joe Biden to promptly approve Governor Bill Lee's request for an updated major disaster declaration. This appeal follows the severe flash flooding caused by Hurricane Helene's remnants.

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Blackburn assesses storm damage in East Tennessee following Hurricane Helene

By Memphis Standard | Oct 1, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn visited East Tennessee to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Helene and meet with flood victims and local officials. The region has been significantly affected by the hurricane, prompting visits to various locations including a shelter at Elizabethton High School, a cleanup site in Hampton, and a distribution center at Southside Freewill Baptist Church in Erwin.

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Blackburn introduces resource webpage for Hurricane Helene-affected Tennesseans

By Memphis Standard | Sep 30, 2024

Senator Marsha Blackburn has launched a new webpage to provide resources for Tennesseans affected by Hurricane Helene. The webpage, accessible at blackburn.senate.gov/helene, aims to assist those in need of support following the hurricane.

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Which former Memphis Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

By Memphis Standard | Sep 29, 2024

These former Memphis Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

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Memphis Standard area weekly mass times

By Memphis Standard | Sep 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Memphis Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Blackburn and Governor Lee assess storm damage in East Tennessee

By Memphis Standard | Sep 28, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, Governor Bill Lee, Representative Diana Harshbarger, Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton, and Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) Director Patrick Sheehan visited East Tennessee to survey storm damage and meet with local officials.

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Tennessee delegation urges swift approval of disaster declaration after Hurricane Helene flooding

By Memphis Standard | Sep 28, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has led the Tennessee delegation in urging President Joe Biden to approve Governor Bill Lee's request for a major disaster declaration following flash flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

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Blackburn addresses flash flooding emergency in Tennessee

By Memphis Standard | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has issued a statement regarding the flash flooding and severe weather in Tennessee caused by Hurricane Helene.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Shelby County in 2022-23 school year

By Memphis Standard | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.4% in Shelby County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Senator Blackburn urges Schumer to bring SAVE Act vote

By Memphis Standard | Sep 26, 2024

On September 26, 2024, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) addressed the Senate floor, urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to bring the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to a vote. This legislation aims to secure U.S. elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration nationwide.

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Bill introduced in Senate aims at blocking funds for school buses tied to CCP

By Memphis Standard | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) have introduced the Secure School Buses Act. This bill aims to prevent school bus manufacturers with ties to foreign entities, including the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), from receiving federal funding.