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Voucher recipients show improvements, but still underperform their public-school peers
As Governor Bill Lee and lawmakers vow to bring back a statewide school voucher program bill next session, newly released data shows that students who participated in the existing program in 2023-24 made some progress, but still underperform their public-school peers. The program in place now, known as the Education...
Memphis Forecast: Heat Indices to Top 110 Degrees in Parts of Tennessee
Memphis, TN – Tennessee residents can expect another day of sweltering heat, especially in areas along and south of the Tennessee-Mississippi border. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Memphis has issued a Heat Advisory, with heat indices predicted to reach between 105-110 degrees until 7 PM. Additionally, an Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for regions where the heat index is expected to surpass 110 degrees.
Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship Offers Full Rides For Trade Students
I wouldn't trade my undergrad experience at the University of Louisville for anything. I learned so much in my classes, but more than that, I learned valuable life skills that have helped me my entire life so far. Thankfully, as a Governor's Scholar and by working hard in high school,...
How did residents vote in Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson, Sumner Counties' contested races?
Unofficial election results are in for Cheatham, Dickson, Robertson and Sumner Counties, where a handful of local races were contested on Aug. 1. Thousands flocked to the polls to cast ballots early and on Election Day. ...
Thompson’s Station's first liquor store hosts grand-opening celebration
Thompson’s Station’s first liquor store, Tollgate Wine & Spirits, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening on Wednesday. The store is located at 1190 Tollgate Blvd, Suite 103, at the entrance to the Tollgate Village subdivision and will provide curbside pickup and delivery services through its website and mobile app within a 15-mile radius.
NWS issues Hazardous Weather Outlook for east Tennessee, surrounding areas; severe storms and flash flooding possible
MORRISTOWN — The National Weather Service in Morristown, Tennessee, has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia. Widespread thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening. Some of these storms may become strong to severe, with the potential for damaging winds. In addition, slow-moving storms […] The post NWS issues Hazardous Weather Outlook for east Tennessee, surrounding areas; severe storms and flash flooding possible appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Vouchers proved a big battleground in Thursday's Tennessee election: Key takeaways
Though vouchers weren't explicitly on the ballot on Thursday, the primary was a battleground for Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, who uncharacteristically waded into contested Republican primaries across the state to back school choice candidates. Lee sought to bolster his allies ahead of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly, which begins in January. He...
Harshbarger's win leads Trump to call Lee a RINO
(The Center Square) – Tennessee saw several key Republican incumbents fall in Thursday night’s primaries as Jon Lundberg and Frank Niceley lost their Senate bids and Patsy Hazlewood fell 137 votes short in her House bid, along with John Ragan losing by just more than 250 votes. Lundberg's loss to Bobby Harshbarger, the son of U.S. Rep. Diana Harshbarger, came in a race that included campaign finance and sign stealing allegations in District 4. Harshbarger received 52% of the vote comparted to Lundberg’s 48%. ...
2024 State, Federal Primary and State, County General Elections Results
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Thursday marked election day in Tennessee for the 2024 State and Federal Primary and State and County General Elections. Polls closed at 8 p.m. Results will be updated on this page as soon as they are available.
Incumbent state Rep. John Gillespie wins District 97 Republican primary, will face Democrat in Nov.
Incumbent Republican state Rep. John Gillespie will face Democrat Jesse Huseth in the general election race for Tennessee House District 97 in November. Gillespie dominated Thursday night's Republican primary, receiving more than 90% of the vote. He is now seeking his third term in the seat and has continued to emphasize public safety and...