April 6, 2026
Education
JMS October Students of the Month
5th grade – Elleson Sayler 6th grade – Mandalyn Williamson 7th grade – Eli Barnette 8th grade – Isabella Purkey Thank you to JoJo’s for providing a reward for…
HS student radio station scores multiple wins at national radio competition
The WMTN 93.1 & 103.1, at St. Andrew’s-Sewanee school in Sewanee, captured two “best-in-show” awards November 4, at the national competition for high school broadcasting called, “The Drury awards,” held…
WMS announces Tigers of the Month
Whitwell Middle School proudly selected the following students as January’s Tigers of the Month. Front Row: L-R Landon Skidmore, Collin Green, Lacie Ramsey and Dr. Josh Holtcamp, principal. Second Row:…
River Valley AgCredit donates to MCHS FFA
From partner farms to guest speakers willing to give their talents, to the local agricultural community as a whole, the Marion County FFA Chapter, supported by the new Veterinary and…
A cicadas rumble
LACIE SILVA – Editor A thirteen-year slumber is almost over for Brood XIX, a species of cicadas, which will be making their presence known come mid-May and linger for the following…
Board of Education January meeting
LACIE SILVA – Editor On January 8, the Marion County Board of Education gathered for its monthly meeting to discuss and approve the consent agenda regarding updates in Marion County Schools.…
Comptroller report shows third grade reading improvement
The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability (OREA) has completed its second annual review of the implementation of the Tennessee Literacy Success Act (TLSA). The Comptroller’s review found…
UFL for educational experiences
On behalf of the United for Literacy Board, we want to begin by thanking the communities of the plateau for the support that has been given through volunteering in Monteagle…
Fire Prevention month reminders and safety tips
As Fire Prevention Month comes to an end, The Marion County Fire Departments would like to remind residents: “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” Local State…
WMS announces Tigers of the Month
Front Row: L-R Dr. Josh Holtcamp, principal of WMS, Bristyl Tate, Axton Robertson, Easton Womack, Faith Eddington. Back Row: L-R Makenzie Daniel, Brooke Parker, Cameron Griffith, Kandace Morrison, Chassidy Bowman,…