SUMMARY: Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) launched her 2026 campaign for Tennessee governor, setting up a Republican primary contest with U.S. Representative John Rose. Blackburn, currently serving her second Senate term, was reelected in 2024 with a strong margin. She made history as Tennessee’s first female U.S. senator and aims to become the state’s first female governor, succeeding term-limited Governor Bill Lee. Blackburn’s long political career includes service in the U.S. House and Tennessee state senate. Her campaign emphasizes conservative values, constitutional honor, pro-life stances, energy and job growth, and stricter immigration enforcement, pledging to make Tennessee a conservative leader.

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SUMMARY: The movie *Sketch* centers on a father and daughter whose child’s drawings come to life in wild, inventive ways. Written and directed by Seth Worley, inspired by his own children’s expressive, sometimes intense artwork, the film explores themes of grief, as the daughter processes her mother’s death through art. Filmed entirely in Nashville, *Sketch* is an original family comedy with heartfelt moments and some scares, rated PG. Despite initial struggles to get it made in Hollywood, the team produced it scrappily in Nashville. It premiered at Toronto Film Festival, earned a 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and received strong audience and critical acclaim.

SKETCH follows a young girl whose sketchbook brings her drawings to life—chaotic, unpredictable, and dangerously real. As her town unravels, a gripping family journey unfolds that touches on grief, reconciliation, and the powerful bond between fathers and daughters.

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SUMMARY: Students in Middle Tennessee began the school year this week, with Inglewood Elementary in Nashville welcoming excited but anxious kindergartners, many born during the 2020 pandemic. Principal Whitney Russell noted their separation anxiety but said the children eased once engaged by activities and school supplies. Fourth-grader Asher expressed enthusiasm about reuniting with friends and familiar teachers. Superintendent Adrienne Battle and Mayor Freddie O’Connell greeted students on the first day, discussing new transit routes and school safety measures. Battle also addressed a $6.5 million settlement over wrongful termination claims but defended past decisions. Nearby counties started school Monday or will start Wednesday.

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