Associated Press - October 15, 2009 4:25 PM ET

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - Some Republicans campaigning to be Rep. Zach Wamp's successor in Tennessee's 3rd congressional district are relying heavily on their own money so far, 10 months before the primary voting.

Chattanooga attorney Chuck Fleischmann's campaign reports getting $372,000, including $255,000 loaned by Fleischmann.

Art Rhodes of Cleveland reports his campaign received $111,000 through Sept. 30, including a $75,000 loan out of his own pocket.

Former state GOP chairwoman Robin Smith reports $149,000 raised, all from contributions.

Bradley County Sheriff Tim Gobble reports receiving $43,000 in contributions and Mark DeVol of Andersonville reports $989.

Democrat Paula Flowers reports contributions totaling $126,000, and Democrat Brent Benedict shows $10,000.

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