Even as her talents and work ethic opened up the world to her, she kept coming home. For many in the complicated region she’s from, that meant a lot.

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The country music star kept her home state at the forefront of her music and work. “She inspired Tennesseans to be better,” one resident said.

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The limits on mail-in voting may not go into effect by November, with a multistate lawsuit expected this week. But some states and experts warned about further voter confusion.

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