The Judge David Campbell Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has named Emily Landry, a senior at Whitwell High School, as the recipient of the DAR Good Citizens Scholarship Award. This prestigious honor is presented to a high school senior who exemplifies the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. Emily …
Families can Now Apply for Education Freedom Scholarships
Families across Tennessee can apply for the state’s first-ever universal school choice program — the Education Freedom Scholarships. Thursday was the first day to apply, and 33,000 families filled out applications. For the 2025–26 school year, 20,000 scholarships will be available through this new initiative, marking a major step in Tennessee’s broader education reform efforts. …
Great Tennessee Air Show 2025 June 7 & 8
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Great Tennessee Air Show 2025, where the legendary U.S. Navy Blue Angels will take to the skies on June 7 & 8, 2025! Join us at the Smyrna Airport in Smyrna, Tennessee, for a thrilling showcase of aerial acrobatics and patriotic displays that will leave you breathless. Don’t miss this chance …
45 Marion County Students Named to Chattanooga State Dean’s List
Chattanooga State Community College this week announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. The Dean’s List comprises 911 students, including 45 from Marion County. Students can earn Dean’s List recognition by completing 12 or more academic hours in a semester and maintaining a grade point average of at least 3.5. The Dean’s List …
Tennessee Secretary of State Recognizes Public Library Management Institute Program Graduates
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett recently recognized 15 local library directors as 2025 graduates of the Public Library Management Institute. Participants who graduated earned their certification through the three-year program that is sponsored by the Tennessee State Library & Archives. “Congratulations to these dedicated Tennesseans on this fantastic achievement through the Public Library Management …
Time for Tennessee’s “Click It or Ticket” Campaign
As summer approaches and families hit the road for vacation, area law enforcement agencies are partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket”. From May 19 through June 1, participating agencies across the state will increase seat belt enforcement as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s …
Maintenance Prompts Lane Closures on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County
Drivers traveling on I-75 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will impact traffic. Wednesday evening, May 14, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM local time, Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will reduce I-75 to one lane in each direction from mile marker three to mile marker 6 …
National Safe Boating Week May 17-23; Memorial Day Weekend, May 24-26
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will participate in the 2025 National Safe Boating Week, taking place from May 17 to 23, to remind all boaters to refresh their boating safety skills and prepare for the upcoming summer boating season. This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort …
TBI Issues Scam Warning
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued a warning about a scam involving a fake website called “Tennessee Online Casino,” which is being promoted on social media. The state does not endorse this site, which aims to defraud users. Scammers are allegedly using fake social media posts that appear to be from a Nashville …
Oak Ridge Boys to play at The Caverns in Pelham on Sunday
The following information was provided from www.oakridgeboys.com Theirs has been one of the most distinctive and timeless sounds in the music industry for over 50 years, and now The Oak Ridge Boys are bringing their American Made Farewell Tour across the country for an unforgettable night of entertainment for the entire family. The show will feature many of …