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University of Memphis School of Law Honors Senator Yager

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University of Memphis School of Law Honors Senator Yager Inaugural Distinguished Public Service Award Presented to Sen. Yager by Dean Jim Strickland Memphis, TN – Tennessee Senator Ken Yager (JD ’77), R-Kingston, was presented with the inaugural Distinguished Public Service Award at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law Alumni Chapters annual Pillars…

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American Legion hosted its Veteran’s Day commemoration

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American Legion hosted its Veteran’s Day commemoration   By Chris Maney [email protected] The American Legion of Oneida hosted its annual Veteran’s Day commemoration. Guest speaker Command Sargeant Major Gary G Cruz Retired presented his story to the community. A hundred locals were present for the yearly commemoration. Select veterans were draped in the, “Quilts of…

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Scott County Goes Wet

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Scott County Goes Wet Scott County Accepts Liquor Referendums Across the Board By Chris Maney [email protected] This year, voters in Scott County were presented with two referendums with a long history in the county. The county voted in approval of both a liquor by the drink and retail referendum at margins of 56% to 44%…

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Trump Wins Again

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Trump Wins Again Scott Leads State In Red Sweep By Chris Maney [email protected] Referred to by pundits as, “The Greatest Political Comeback in History,” Donald Trump claims victory as the 47th president of the United States. Tennessee, to no surprise, will grant its electoral votes to Donald Trump. Locally, Scott County holds its record from…

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Without The Community’s Help, Operation Sharing Tennessee May Close Its Doors

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Without The Community’s Help, Operation Sharing Tennessee May Close Its Doors By Chris Maney [email protected] I think about the kids that need extra help,” expresses manager Dawn Ellis as she looks forward to an uncertain future for Operation Sharing Tennessee. “I have $10,000 to operate the remaining of this year.” On October 29th, a letter was received by both past and present clients…

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Veteran’s Day Activities Planned

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Veteran’s Day Activities Planned By Chris Maney [email protected] Scott County venues will be hosting Veteran’s Day ceremonies this year at different times and dates. Oneida Middle and High School (Friday November 8th at 1:00pm) – Oneida Schools will be hosting a commemoration for Veterans this year, breakfast and coffee to be served. American Legion Post 136 (Monday November 11th,…

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Grand Opening of Byrdie’s Playground 

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Grand Opening of Byrdie’s Playground  By Chris Maney [email protected] On November 1st, 2024, Houston Byrd’s dream of an all-inclusive playground was officially brought to life for the community. Houston Byrd was an Oneida Middle School Special Education Teacher who tragically passed away suddenly at the age of 25. Houston Byrd, graduating less than a year prior, immediately began working to…

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STAND Receives STOP Grant to Combat Underage Alcohol Use

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STAND Receives STOP Grant to Combat Underage Alcohol Use By Chris Maney [email protected] The STOP grant, officially titled, “Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking,” was granted to Scott County’s organization, STAND. STAND is a non-profit organization which emphasizes the reduction of substance use among youth and the general community. Trent Coffey stated that the grant consisted of $50,000 a year, for four…

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