Why did it take Tennessee so long to settle on a capitol and build a statehouse?
From a political fight (that compared Nashville to Sodom) to an untimely death and unusual grave, the story behind Tennessee’s physical seat of government has more twists than you might expect. Plus, the local news for July 21, 2026, and reclaiming the American flag.
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Editor: LaTonya Turner
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