July 15, 2026
Education
TCAT Morristown Students Earn National Recognition at 2026 SkillsUSA Championships
Students from Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Morristown demonstrated exceptional skill, professionalism, and technical expertise at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC), held June 1–5 in Atlanta, Georgia. Competing against the nation’s best career and technical education students, TCAT Morristown representatives earned two national gold medals and three silver medals.
Walters State student receives Hites Scholarship, Plans career in art
In a world that encourages science and engineering, Walters State graduate Mia Kelly is proud to be an art major.And it’s paying off. Kelly is… Login to continue reading Login…
The private school choice boom leaves behind many kids in public school
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — The Catholic school tour ended, and Maria Contreras felt an overwhelming desire to enroll her 7-year-old. But first, a difficult question for the principal.
McClellan, McMahan graduate from WSCC Law Enforcement Academy
Two Hamblen County deputies, Deputy Luke McClellan and Deputy Matthew McMahan recently graduated from the Walters State Community College Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Class #140.
HCRS Tech Katie Collins Graduates from WSCC Law Enforcement Academy
Hawkins County Rescue Squad Rescue Technician Katie Collins recently graduated from Walters State Community College’s Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy.
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Hamblen School Nutrition experiencing success with Summer Meal Distribution
So far, there have been some hiccups in the Bulk Feeding efforts by Hamblen County Schools and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, mainly that the need is greater than anticipated.
Leigh Ann Mills named Special Olympics Tennessee Coach of the Year
A Hamblen County Special Needs educator has been recognized by a state organization for her service.
ETSU researchers help uncover hidden Black settlement
East Tennessee State University researchers are helping uncover a largely hidden chapter of American history through a groundbreaking project in the Adirondack Mountains of New York.
Milligan announces no increase in tuition for 27-28 school year
MILLIGAN, Tenn. (June 2, 2026) — For the third consecutive year, Milligan University will keep undergraduate tuition rates flat, continuing the university’s commitment to affordability and student success.