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WestStar honors Virginia Grimes with retirement reception
Virginia Grimes was recognized for her 34 years of service to UT Martin and the WestStar Leadership Program with a reception held July 27 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.
Illinois lawmakers, laborers meet to discuss reauthorizing jobs training bill
Trade workers met with a U.S. congressman in Bloomington on Wednesday to discuss the impact of a federal jobs training bill — and the importance of reauthorizing the bill that is set to expire at the end of the year. U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, alongside State Rep. Sharon...
Recap Thursday, August 15 with Living East Tennessee: Spooky Stories, Local Fall Events, Home Improvement and More!
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Are you ready for the fall? We are gearing you up in all the ways here on Living East Tennessee!. Recap Thursday, August 15 with Living East Tennessee: Spooky Stories, Local Fall Events, Home Improvement and More!. Recap of Wednesday, Aug. 14 on LETN: Holistic...
Woman assaults officer after James Lounge shooting: MPD
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman is now in jail for assaulting an officer after a fatal shooting at a nightclub Wednesday on Summer Avenue, according to Memphis Police. Raven Crawford, 32, is charged with assault on a first responder and disorderly conduct. She is being held in jail on a $7,500 bond. MPD says they […]
After major delays, pilot program meant to curb evictions launches
One day last fall, Bryant Woods’ rotted-out flooring opened up beneath his 11-year-old daughter. Major leaks in the rental home had allowed mold to thrive and rot to set in. In the winters, he was forced to use space heaters or his electric oven to stay warm since the heat didn’t work.
Mechatronics Workshop Bolsters Future Workforce
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin hosted a workshop for teachers of mechatronics from around West Tennessee. Dr. Ashley Owens, assistant professor of engineering, led the workshop, with sessions being held June 24-28 and July 15-19. While the workshop was primarily for high school teachers, some middle school teachers participated.
Limited Tickets Still Available For UTM Athletic Hall Of Fame
MARTIN, Tenn. – Exactly one month away from the University of Tennessee at Martin Athletic Hall of Fame luncheon, a limited number of tickets are on sale to the general public for $25 per guest. The Class of 2024 induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Russell Duncan Ballroom in the Boling University Center at 11 a.m.
Weakley County FCE Holds Meeting at Farm Bureau
The Weakley County Family and Community Education Club recently met in the Farm Bureau Building in Dresden for their August meeting with 6 members present. Mary Elizabeth Bell, president, welcomed Sue Stewart, Jerry Seamans, JoAnne Gill, Betty Bequette, Pat Potter, Marti Herndon and McKenzie Hurst, County Agent, by reading the Thought for the Day, “If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.”-Napoleon Hill.
Germantown Utility crews repair water main break after six hours near busy intersection
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A water main break near a busy Germantown intersection has now been fully restored. A representative of the City of Germantown told ABC24 the break was near the intersection of Wolf River Blvd and Germantown Road. An official said an excavator hit a water line near...
Sleep in Heavenly Peace of Poplar Bluff sees success with community bed-building event
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - 150 kids in need will soon have a comfortable place to sleep thanks to one Heartland non-profit, and a record number of volunteers who came out to lend a hand. Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds beds to give to kids in the area, for free.
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