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Local educator honored by International Society
The Theta chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG) attended the Tennessee State Convention held at The University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee from May 30 to June 1, 2024. DKG, a professional honor society for women educators with a membership exceeding 50,000, is globally recognized with establishments in 17 countries. The Society is committed to fostering the professional and personal growth of women educators and promoting excellence in education. Comprising members from Chester and Madison Counties, the Theta chapter was well represented at the state convention, with five of its members in attendance. The convention featured workshops on education, society business, and personal interests, with the keynote speaker being DKG International First Vice President Connie Rensink. Notably, Regina Karnes, a dedicated 19-year member and retired Chester County special education educator, was honored with the Order of the Rose Award for her exceptional contributions to the chapter and the community. The Theta chapter, established in 1939, continues to play a significant role in the education landscape, hosting a variety of impactful projects such as UNICEF for GIRLS (Girls Initiative to Revitalize Learning Success), Student Essay Contests, and Teacher Grants-in-Aid.
Celebrate Fourth with Dixie Youth Ballpark
Chester County Dixie Youth will be hosting fireworks and fun Thursday, July 4. The show begins at 9 p.m. at the park on East Main St., in Henderson. The ballpark concession stand will be selling drinks and ice cream.
Smart Heart Act takes effect in TN July 1st
According to the American Heart Association, the number one cause of death of student-athletes is sudden cardiac arrest. Now due to new legislation that Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed and passed unanimously, school staff are going to have to learn how to use an AED. Having AEDs in schools can double the chances of saving someone’s life. Kingsport City Schools has already gone through mandatory training. All staff take AED training and do an annual online training in the summers and at the beginning of school. Training only takes around 3 hours for CPR and AED. The Smart Heart Act will go into effect on July 1st, 2024.
Abney wins National American Miss Tennessee Teen
Miss Addison Abney, daughter of Marcus and Amber Abney, was crowned the 2024 National American Miss Tennessee Teen Queen at the state pageant held June 16, 2024, in Franklin, Tennessee. Addison was one of 57 teens ranging from 16-19 years of age. She received a special invitation to compete at the National Pageant that will be held during Thanksgiving week in Orlando, Florida. Addison also took home Winner of Photogenic, Winner of Runway, and 1st Runner-up in Resume.
Why did prison officials use a state plane to interview an inmate in Tennessee? They won’t say.
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Corrections used the state airplane last year to travel to Tennessee to interview a Mississippi inmate about an urgent threat to a public official, but the state agency declined to provide any details about the flight. Airplane records obtained through a public records request...
State officials send warning about rise in celebrity impersonation scams
A new warning is out from the Tennessee Attorney General's Office alongside the Secretary of State focusing on scammers impersonating celebrities. Just remember to take time to do your research.
Tennessee economic development officials spend $32K on lavish, four-day trip to Australia
Two Tennessee economic development officials spent more than $32,450 during a whirlwind four-day trip to Sydney and Brisbane, Australia this year, flying in first class and staying in five-star hotels, while meeting with confidential business clients they sought to woo to Tennessee, agency travel records show. But because of state...
Class action complaint accuses Tennessee Department of Children’s Services of abusing disabled kids
The Department of Children’s Services is illegally and unconstitutionally warehousing kids with disabilities in prison-like facilities, where they are pepper-sprayed, beaten and denied access to education and healthcare, a new class action complaint alleges. In the sweeping 114-page legal complaint filed Wednesday in a Nashville federal court, page after page details “horrific experiences of youths […] The post Class action complaint accuses Tennessee Department of Children’s Services of abusing disabled kids appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
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