The University of Tennessee board is recommending that interim president Randy Boyd’s position become permanent. The board’s chair, John Compton, said Wednesday he wanted to give Boyd a five-year term.
Tennessee Governor Candidate Interviews: Randy Boyd Runs To Carry Gov. Haslam’s Legacy
Listen Knoxville businessman Randy Boyd has been one of Governor Bill Haslam’s most trusted advisers. Now, Boyd wants to follow in Haslam’s footsteps all the way to the state Capitol.
President Trump Pays Another Visit To Nashville, In Hopes Of Shoring Up Republicans In November
Listen President Donald Trump traveled to Nashville Tuesday to support Congressman Marsha Blackburn in her bid for the U.S. Senate, but Republican hopefuls up and down the ballot sought to tie themselves to Trump in the hope that his popularity will rub off this fall.
Tennessee’s Next Governor: Wide Support For Keeping State’s Handgun Carry Permit Requirement
Listen As a state lawmaker, Republican Mae Beavers frequently proposed legislation to do away with handgun carry permits. And as a candidate for governor, her position is unchanged. She believes there are already enough strings attached to gun purchases, so the permit process is pointless.
Tennessee’s Next Governor: What Candidates Think About In-State Tuition For Undocumented Students
Listen The question of whether immigrants brought to the United States as children should qualify for in-state tuition has divided Tennessee Republicans in recent years. But the five major GOP candidates for governor all see it the same way: They’re against it.
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