JC BOWMAN: Teacher Mentoring in Tennessee
In Tennessee, teacher mentoring requirements for teachers vary depending on the licensure pathway and the specific program or district policies in place. While the state does not mandate a universal, […]
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The Angel That Stopped 8 Bullets: Marcus Stanley’s Extraordinary Journey of Survival
Marcus Stanley: Surviving 8 Bullets and the Angel That Changed Everything In the darkest moment of his life, Marcus Stanley faced death head-on. Eight bullets tore through his body in […]
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When God Came Knocking: The Astonishing Story of Troy Ross
Old Barns and New Life Editor’s Note: Last Sunday I received a message from Mr. Jim Ross. Jim had read the story of my friend Floyd Barrett. “Mike, I read […]
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Bree Smith’s Testimony Sparks New Law to Fight Sextortion and Deepfakes in Tennessee
By Mike Sparks Congratulations to Bree Smith for bravely sharing her personal testimony, which has helped pave the way for vital new legislation aimed at protecting others from the trauma […]
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Got Debt? Did You Know Consumer Debt Has Reached an All-Time High?
U.S. Debt Crisis: Consumer Credit Cards and Federal Deficit Reaching Alarming Heights According to a February 2025 report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Americans held a record-high […]
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Ancient Scripture Unveiled: Smyrna’s Parkway Baptist Hosts Elite Manuscript Scholars from CSNTM
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WGNS) – Parkway Baptist Church is excited to announce an upcoming two-day conference featuring Research Leaders from The Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts (CSNTM). The event […]
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Remembering George Smith, a ‘Rockstar’ who led by example
By Mike Sparks *Previously published in The Daily News Journal, March 28, 2018 It’s been said that “those that do not know their history are doomed to repeat it.” Dr. […]
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Tennessee Board Recommends that Governor Bill Lee Pardon Country Star Jelly Roll
Country Star Jelly Roll One Step Closer to Pardon By Tennessee Ledger Staff NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music sensation Jelly Roll is one step closer to receiving a pardon for […]
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WTH? How Metro Paid $2 Million for a $100,000 ‘Free Speech’ Case
Last March, the Metro Council rejected a settlement in the case of a firefighter who made inflamatory comments on Facebook. Now, they’ll pay far more According to the Nashville Bannner, […]
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Ethics complaints against Rep. Maberry dismissed, commission warns complainants of legal action
According to Clarksville Now, the Tennessee Ethics Commission dismissed the complaints against state Rep. Aron Maberry on Tuesday, and, in a turn of events, considered taking legal action against those who […]