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Senior Prank At Tennessee High School Goes Terribly Wrong
The school year is wrapping up across the country, which means senior pranks are taking place at most United States high schools. Most senior pranks are pretty harmless, but one Tennessee high school is going viral for a senior prank that went terribly wrong. Spring Hill High in Tennessee had ...
School closings: These Middle Tennessee school districts are closed after severe weather
In the wake of severe weather, many Middle Tennessee schools announced closures for Friday due to damage, flooding and road safety concerns. A tornado was confirmed in Maury County late Wednesday. One person died and several more were injured. Middle Tennessee school closures and delays ...
Commission and School Board seek to open joint facility for county and schools
The Maury County Commission and Maury County School Board met this month to discuss the possibility of opening a future facility to serve as a central office for both entities. The Maury County Commission currently holds its meetings and main operations at the northeast corner of the downtown Columbia square, while the Maury...
Maury County Public Schools Closed May 9 Due to Storm Damage
Maury County Public Schools announced that school will be closed on Thursday, May 9, 2024 due to storm damage. Boys and Girl’s clubs will also be closed. “We are praying for the safety of our families. Please reach out to us if we can support you in any way,” the school district posted on social media.
Vote for The Daily Herald's regular season high school softball player of the year in Columbia
It's time to vote for The Daily Herald's high school softball regular season player of the year in the Columbia area. Vote now for who you think should win based on regular season performances. Here are the candidates, with regular season stats provided by high school coaches. ...
Top Columbia area high school seniors for the 2024 TSSAA football season
The 2024 TSSAA football season is just three months away. Here are the top seniors in the Columbia area for the upcoming season. Here are the top Columbia area seniors: Montae Baldwin, Columbia Academy, RB/LB: A Division II-A all-state selection, Baldwin rushed for 1,952 yards and 26 touchdowns last season. He also recorded 20 tackles,...
School Closures & Delays for Friday, May 10
Due to the storms and tornadoes that affected the middle Tennessee area, some area schools will be closed on Friday, May 10. School closures for May 10, 2024. All Maury County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, May 10, as clean up from the tragic storms continues. All graduations, after school athletics & performances will occur, unless you are notified by an individual school. The Boys and Girls Club will be open in the following school locations, Mt Pleasant Elementary and Marvin Wright Elementary. In addition, the BGC Wayne Street and Teen Center locations will be open. Twelve-month employees should report if they can do so safely.
Maury County schools to reopen Wednesday, transportation updates to be issued
Maury County Public Schools will reopen Wednesday following several days of closure after last week's storms, which resulted in an EF-3 tornado in Columbia. MCPS Communications Director Jack Cobb issued a statement, which included schools remaining closed Tuesday. "If you live in or near the affected areas, lease look out...
School Closures for May 9, 2024
Due to the severe weather that affected many Middle Tennesseans on Wednesday, several school districts have canceled school for Thursday, May 9. 2024. The Cheatham County School District will be closed on Thursday, May 9 due to current flooding across the county as well as the possibility of overnight flooding and potentially hazardous road conditions tomorrow. Our daycares will operate from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and students should bring a lunch.
Maury County Schools Addresses New Bill that Allows Teachers to Carry Guns in Schools
A bill in Tennessee that will allow teachers to carry guns in schools was signed by Gov. Bill Lee on Friday, April 26. The bill, HB 1202, brought by Cookeville Republican Ryan Williams, was approved by the Senate with a 26-5 vote on April 9. Last week, the House passed the bill with a 68-28-2 vote.
Santa Fe Unit School gets award from Sec. of State for 100% voter registration
As this fall's round of elections draws near, state leaders recognized Santa Fe Unit School Wednesday with an award representing 100% voter registration for the school's eligible students. Secretary of State Tre Hargett, as well as Rep. Kip Capley, R-Summertown, and Sen. Joey Hensley, R-Hohenwald, visited the school Wednesday, also joined by Maury...
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