August 6
Coverage of August 6 in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee’s primary election is this week. Here’s everything to know about the race for governor and Congress
Tennessee’s primary election on August 6 includes races for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House seats, and state legislative positions. Governor Bill Lee cannot run due to term limits, and Republican candidates for governor include Marsha Blackburn, John Rose, and Monty Fritts. The article outlines key races and candidate priorities.
- Tennessee’s primary election is next week. Here’s everything to know about the race for governor and Congress
Tennessee's primary election is scheduled for August 6, covering races for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House seats (districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9), and state Senate and House. Republican candidates for governor include Marsha Blackburn, John Rose, and Monty Fritts, each with distinct professional backgrounds and policy priorities.
- Voter’s Guide: State Legislative Primaries
The article lists candidates for the August 6 state legislative primaries in the House of Representatives and Senate. Early voting begins on July 17 and ends on August 1. A guide for voting locations and requirements is also mentioned.
- Here’s when early voting starts in Tennessee in 2026
Early voting in Tennessee for the August 6, 2026 elections runs from July 17 to August 1, with new voting sites added in Davidson County. Voter registration closed on July 7, and the deadline to request an absentee ballot is July 27. Key races include governor and U.S. Senate, with multiple candidates listed.