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Four Local Students Awarded Budding Artist Scholarships by Appalachian Society of the Arts
Four Local Students Awarded Budding Artist Scholarships by Appalachian Society of the Arts August 18, 2025 — The Appalachian Society of the Arts (ASotA) proudly announces the recipients of its 2025 Budding Artist Scholarship, awarded to four outstanding young creatives pursuing college degrees in the arts. Each student—Philip Thompson, Madison Buckert, Anna Terry, and Michaelan…
Read MoreScott County wins UCB Bowl against McCreary Central
By Shane Gilreath [email protected] The Highlander faithful came out in full force for the UCB Bowl Friday under the school’s new jumbotron, amping the crowd into a steady frenzy. The game, however, left social media buzzing after Scott High won the season opener against McCreary Central with both sides seeing the outcome a bit different.…
Read MoreOneida tops Rockwood to win opener
Oneida tops Rockwood to win opener By Shane Gilreath [email protected] In an exciting come from behind win, Oneida topped Rockwood to win their opener Friday night. While things were questionable at halftime, the Indians rebounded during the fourth to pull the win. Senior Ben Gilbert had 94 yards and a touchdown in helping turn the…
Read MoreScott County Middle School wins their first game of the season
Scott County Middle School wins their first game of the season SCORE SCOTT MIDDLE 35 HORACE MAYNARD-8
Read MoreBecky Pike named instructor at TCAT Oneida/Huntsville
Becky Pike named instructor at TCAT Oneida/Huntsville Pike brings 20-plus years of nursing experience to the TCAT team ONEIDA — Becky Ball Pike has joined the Allied Health instructor team at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Oneida/Huntsville, President Dwight Murphy announced this week. She will begin her new career by teaching the first trimester of…
Read MoreAs School Starts, THP Highlights Year-Round Work to Keep Students Safe on Buses
As School Starts, THP Highlights Year-Round Work to Keep Students Safe on Buses NASHVILLE – As students return to classrooms across the Volunteer State, the Tennessee Highway Patrol is reminding families that school safety is not limited to the first week of class. Troopers are working year-round to protect students both on the road and…
Read MoreBack-to-School extravaganza
Photos by Jodi Bond The Boys and Girls Club of the Cumberlands held a large Back-to-School extravaganza over the weekend, providing free backpacks and school supplies, alongside music, food, door prizes, a petting zoo, and fun for all. The first 200 kids received a free backpack in an event that, the B&G Club said, served…
Read Moremeet and great
Photos by Jodi Bond Marc Taylor Principal, Jaclyn Hamby Assistant Principal and Morgan Boyatt, Assistant Principal & Athletic Director of Scott High welcomed students and parent at the meet and great held on July 24, 2025.
Read MoreWelcome Back, Scott County Families!
Welcome Back, Scott County Families! A Message from the Director of Scott County Schools: As we begin a new school year in Scott County, I want to extend a heartfelt welcome back to our students, families, teachers, and staff. It is a true honor to serve such a dedicated and resilient community. Our schools are…
Read MoreProgress being made on TCAT building projects in Oneida and Jamestown
Progress being made on TCAT building projects in Oneida and Jamestown ONEIDA — Construction is progressing quickly on two new buildings on Tennessee College of Applied Technology Oneida/Huntsville’s Oneida campus, as well as on the new campus in Jamestown that will be shared with Roane State Community College. Collectively, the projects represent more than $40…
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