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FDA approves new early-stage Alzheimer's drug
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Alzheimer's is a disease that destroys memory and other important mental health functions. There is no cure, but recent trials with a new medicine in Knoxville is giving people hope. According to the Alzheimer's Association, nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's. That number is...
Weekend Fun: Activities to enjoy across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — While Independence Day may be over, the fun continues this weekend. The 46th annual Wayne Jerrolds Savannah Bluegrass Festival is Friday, July 5. The event began at 5 p.m. and will continue until 9 p.m. This event is also free and they welcome you to bring...
6th annual MoonPie eating contest winners receive free Moonpies for a year
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) – The 6th annual MoonPie eating contest winners have begun their yearlong reign. The three winners all won free MoonPies for a year. The winners of each category are listed and pictured below, featuring the snack cake connoisseurs dressed in their official MoonPie attire. Cameo Waters, Town of Jonesborough Representative, provided the […]
Club’s spring celebration featured salad supper, installation ceremony
The House and Social Department of the GFWC Erwin Monday Club hosted the club’s annual salad supper and celebration. The members were honored to have as their guest GFWC of Tennessee State President Kendra Walker-Patty. Members celebrated the accomplishments of the past year and in a special ceremony the installation of new members.
Medicaid for millions in America hinges on error-plagued Deloitte systems
Deloitte, a global consultancy that reported revenue last year of $65 billion, pulls in billions of dollars from states and the federal government for supplying technology it says will modernize Medicaid. The company promotes itself as the industry leader in building sophisticated and efficient systems for states that, among other things, screen who is eligible […] The post Medicaid for millions in America hinges on error-plagued Deloitte systems appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Boone Man Dies After Collision With Deer On Watauga County Roadway
Boone – On Saturday, July 6, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision in Watauga County on Briarwood Lane near Big Hill Road. A Suzuki four-wheeler was traveling west on Briarwood Lane and struck a deer in the roadway. This collision caused the driver to lose control and overturn.
Samaritan's Purse sending more help to those impacted by Hurricane Beryl
JAMAICA, — Samaritan's Purse is sending another emergency relief flight to areas impacted by Hurricane Beryl. The organization based in Boone, NC said in total, its deployed three flights in less than a week. The most recent flight is heading to Jamaica delivering vital supplies to the island as...
New principals are helming Middle Tennessee schools this fall. Here's everything to know
As school districts across Middle Tennessee prepare to welcome kids back to class next month, students and their families can expect to see a few new faces in the front offices. Nearly two dozen new principals have been announced by school officials in the suburbs around Nashville, and Metro Nashville Public School has announced 16 new principals for the fall semester. Does your school have a new principal this fall? ...
Upcoming music event to bring old-school hits to Johnson City Brewing
From Sade Adu to Michael Jackson, an upcoming music event will look to bring back old-school hits to Johnson City. The “Retro Soul Movement Event,” will take place on Saturday, July 13, at Johnson City Brewing at Boones Creek. The event will run from 4 to 8 p.m. and include food, local vendors and familiar music favorites from the ‘80s and ‘90s. Admission is free, but those interested are encouraged to RSVP online.
Tennessee Sees Biggest Jump in College-Going Rates Since 2015
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced significant momentum today in increasing the state’s college-going rate, highlighted by a 2.4 percentage point increase for the class of 2023 over the class of 2022. The state’s 56.7% college-going rate for the class of 2023 represents the largest year-over-year increase since...
UT System wants 71K students, but looming 'enrollment cliff' means fewer high school grads
The University of Tennessee is preparing for a possible decline in high school graduates who want to attend college, a potential problem for a university system aiming to enroll 71,000 students across all its campuses by 2030. Experts are calling this an "enrollment cliff" in which both the number of high school graduates...
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