October 23, 2026
Education
More UT students graduating debt-free as degree production climbs 26%
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee System awarded 16,382 degrees in 2026, a 26.4% increase over five years, as more students graduated without debt… Login to continue reading Login…
UT Extension hosts Light the Night Suicide Awareness walk
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer This past week was lit up in colorful fashion, as members of the community gathered on the grounds of Kimball’s Chattanooga… Login to continue reading Login…
Interact Club Helps Keep the Tennessee River Clean During Annual River Rescue
NOVA MCGILL Contributor This year’s Tennessee River Rescue was organized annually to allow people to volunteer their time and efforts for environmental protection, and to… Login to continue reading Login…
EAA Chapter 1560 Gives Local Youth a Chance to Take Flight
NOVA MCGILL Contributor Children ages eight to 17 had the opportunity to experience the excitement of flying firsthand Saturday, Oct. 3 as EAA Chapter 1560… Login to continue reading Login…
TCAT degrees growing across state
DUANE SHERRILL Regional Editor The System’s community colleges awarded 16,240 associate degrees and technical certificates to graduates in the 2025-26 academic year, the highest number… Login to continue reading Login…
Monteagle Volunteer Martha Krenson Wins TSBA District Award
MONTEAGLE, Tenn. — Martha Krenson has been named the Southeast District recipient of the Tennessee School Boards Association (TSBA) Volunteer Award, following a nomination by… Login to continue reading Login…
Marion County 4-H Introduces Youth to Grillmasters Program
NOVA MCGILL Contributor Marion County 4-H held an informational meeting on Wednesday, August 19 for students interested in becoming part of the Marion County 4-H… Login to continue reading Login…
Andrew Dunn recognized as America’s Favorite Student Champion
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Jasper Middle School student Andrew Dunn has recently been recognized for winning the 2026 America’s Favorite Student online competition. Dunn was… Login to continue reading Login…
UT Extension Office hosts Meat Market Readiness presentation
JARRETT GOODMAN Staff Writer Members of the UT TSU Extension Office system have recently held a new presentation dedicated to live cattle, meat production and… Login to continue reading Login…
Give a Child a Chance Helps Marion County Students Start the School Year Strong
NOVA MCGILL Contributor Families from across Marion County came together on July 31 for the annual Give a Child a Chance event at Chattanooga State’s… Login to continue reading Login…