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Daily editionWednesday, October 7th, 2026

Good morning, East Ridge.

The 5AM East Ridge Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.

Economy

  1. TVA’s Sequoyah Unit 2 has been offline for refueling and maintenance since Friday, Oct. 2, with 1,800 workers handling 11,000 tasks (470-day cycle); TVA leaders say more skilled trades are needed to meet growing job demand across the area.

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Health

  1. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalled Great Value frozen organic blueberries, triple berry blend, and Trader Joe’s organic mixed berry blend over possible E. coli contamination.

    Shoppers in East Ridge are advised to check their freezers, not eat these items, + follow FDA return directions.

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Sports

  1. The FNF3 Week 8 game will feature Boyd-Buchanan and Silverdale on Friday, Oct. 9 at Silverdale Baptist Academy at 7:00 p.m. Local fans are invited to watch the contest unfold.

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