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WestStar Honors Virginia Grimes With Retirement Reception
Martin, Tenn.–– Virginia Grimes was recognized for her 34 years of service to UT Martin and the WestStar Leadership Program with a reception in the Boling University Center’s Duncan Ballroom on the University of Tennessee at Martin main campus. In addition to the reception, the Virginia Grimes WestStar Leadership Endowment to support the WestStar program was announced by UT Martin Chancellor Yancy Freeman. Also, Jake Bynum, university chief of staff and WestStar executive director, announced the Virginia Grimes WestTeach Leadership Award to recognize leadership and dedication among members of WestStar’s WestTeach leadership-development program for K-12 teachers. Grimes came to UT Martin in 1990 from Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville. Pictured at the reception were Dr. Yancy Freeman; Grimes; Jennifer Black, WestStar program manager; Dr. Bob Smith, UT Martin chancellor emeritus and a WestStar co-founder; and Jake Bynum.
$21M In Outdoor Recreation Grants Awarded; Trenton Receives $553,000
NASHVILLE – The state’s Office of Outdoor Recreation today announced $21,017,000 in grants from the Local Parks and Recreation Fund (LPRF) for 27 communities across the state. The office is housed in the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). The city of Trenton received $553,000 for improvements to Shady Acres Park.
Tennessee estate built for country music star Kenny Chesney up for auction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Middle Tennessee estate built for country music star Kenny Chesney is going up for auction on Monday. Luxury real estate auction marketplace Interluxe Auctions will hold the sale on Monday, August 19 via their online auction portal. The home, located in Brentwood, boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two half baths, floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the gorgeous views, a gourmet kitchen, movie theater, golf simulator, tennis court, 12-person Jacuzzi, and much more.
Two Charged With Theft from T.J. Maxx Store in Union City
Two people from Union City have been charged with theft from T.J.Maxx, located on West Reelfoot Avenue. Police reports said an officer responded to the business, following the discovery of shoplifting that occurred between July 9th and July 21st. Police were informed the business loss prevention investigator had been notified...
UTM Rifle Team Members Named Scholastic All-Americans
The Collegiate Rifle Coaches Association has named UT Martin representatives Jesse Chamberlain, Nick Fares, Joey Kovach and Aubrey Summers Scholastic All-Americans. In order to qualify for this award, a student-athlete must have maintained at least a 3.2 Grade Point Average. The Skyhawks have now garnered 15 CRCA Scholastic All-Americans since...
Millions of campaign dollars aimed at tilting school voucher battle are flowing into state races
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Millions of dollars are being spent this year to steer voters toward candidates for Republican-led Legislatures who not only support school vouchers, but will become key figures in implementing school choice programs in states across the U.S. Most recently, national pro-voucher advocates declared victory after...
Yes, you could see the Northern Lights from East Tennessee — and if we're lucky we might be able to see them again!
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — East Tennessee had a very rare double feature in the skies Sunday night into early Monday morning. During the peak of the Perseids meteor shower overnight, some stargazers noticed the sky had a slightly faint tint to it. As it turned out, an unexpectedly powerful solar storm was going on at the same time.
Vote for top DL in Jackson area entering 2024 Tennessee high school football season
Who is the Jackson-area's best wide receiver entering the 2024 Tennessee high school football season? The Jackson Sun sought to find out with its definitive ranking of the 10 best DL in the area. Now it's your turn to vote. Make your selection of the area's best DL and be sure to read all of our...
Candy Sold at Major Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Retailers Under Urgent Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded a recall of nearly two dozen candies and snacks sold at major retailers; ones that are very prominent in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. This is an urgent recall, for the products in question can cause serious illness, and in rare cases, death.
School District Cancels All Future Field Trips For Odd Reason, Parents Are Furious
Who doesn't remember the most fun and exciting part of school growing up: the field trips. It didn't matter if you were going to see the inner workings of a sewage plant or a museum, you knew you were going to leave school property, and that was epic. But, one...
Shooting at Memphis club leaves 2 dead and 1 critical; not first incident at the establishment
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting at a Highland Heights lounge that left two men dead and another in critical condition. MPD said officers were called to the James Lounge on Summer Avenue just after 1 a.m. on Wednesday for a shooting. After arriving on the scene,...
Sun Records to celebrate 70th anniversary of Elvis' "That's All Right"
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Sun Records will host an event celebrating the 70th anniversary of Elvis Presley's "That's All Right." On Wednesday, August 14, a special event is being hosted at Sun Studios in Memphis. It will include a dynamic Q&A panel hosted by Emmy and Grammy Award-winning writer Robert Gordon, featuring Ruthie Foster, Tyler Bryant, producer Matt Ross-Spang, and Elvis’s former drummer Jerome “Stump” Monroe, Sun Studios said.
National crime stats show Memphis leads nation in homicide rate despite overall decrease in crime
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - This week, the United States Department of Justice announced that violent crime is down in 70 major cities across the country, including Memphis. The Feds called it a “substantial reduction,” but is that true in the Bluff City?. The findings come from the Major...
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