February 9, 2025
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Legacy on Track: Dollywood’s Engine 107 Departs with Purpose

Legacy on Track: Dollywood’s Engine 107 Departs with Purpose In a touching demonstration of community spirit, Dollywood’s iconic Engine 107 has found a new home while simultaneously helping East Tennessee residents affected by recent flooding in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The historic locomotive, which has delighted park visitors for years, is embarking on a

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Rutherford County Schools has announced its 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year

January 23, 2025 Rutherford County Schools has announced its 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year. Three teachers were chosen as district level winners and will be submitted for recognition at the regional and potentially state level. All award-winners will be honored at a public banquet at Embassy Suites on February 25, 2025, starting at 3:30 p.m.

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Mississippi’s illegal immigration problem is spiraling out of control and is costing taxpayers millions,” said State Auditor Shad White

The report combines data from various state and federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and the Census Bureau. A new report from the Mississippi State Auditor’s office estimates that at least 22,000 illegal immigrants currently live in Mississippi. “Mississippi’s illegal immigration problem is spiraling out of control and is costing taxpayers millions,” said State

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Divine Navigation: Unveiling the Sacred Pathways of God’s Confidential Wisdom

Divine Navigation: Unveiling the Sacred Pathways of God’s Confidential Wisdom By Tennessee Ledger Staff When King David wrote Psalm 25, he wasn’t just writing a poem—he was creating a heartfelt prayer of complete vulnerability before God. This powerful psalm represents more than ancient poetry; it’s a roadmap for spiritual restoration, a beacon of hope for

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Rutherford County Schools’ ESL Student Numbers Climb: School Board Calls for Additional Financial Resources

Rutherford County, Tenn — The Rutherford County School Board recently passed a resolution addressing the significant growth in its English Learner (EL) student population, highlighting financial concerns and calling for additional federal support. District data shows a dramatic increase in ESL students, rising from 6,214 in May 2023 to 8,373 in the current school year—representing

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Religious Freedom Debate Sparked by Tennessee School Ten Commandments Bill

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Giving public schools across the Volunteer State the choice to post the Ten Commandments is the goal of a Middle Tennessee lawmaker. Critics say the idea crosses the line of religious freedom, but supporters say the Ten Commandments are a founding historical document of our country. News 2 spoke with all sides.

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Stewarts Creek High School Band to Perform at Presidential Inauguration

Stewarts Creek High School Band to Perform at Presidential Inauguration SMYRNA, Tenn. — The Stewarts Creek High School Band has been selected to perform at the 60th presidential inauguration, marking the most prestigious invitation in the program’s history. The 160-member band will represent Tennessee on the national stage at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration parade on

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Dr. Larry Burriss: TikTok’s Choice: Sell or Leave? Understanding the Real Issue

TIK TOK RESTRICTIONS 01/13/2025 Editor’s Note: ​​​​As both a Tennessee state legislator and an MTSU marketing student graduating with a second bachelor’s degree in media, I find myself at a unique crossroads in the TikTok debate. While my legislative vote supported restricting TikTok due to national security concerns, my experience in Dr. Raj’s digital marketing

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Tennessee’s Renaissance Man Charles Jones ‘Redefined the American Dream in Tennessee’

The Story of Charles Robert Jones: A Life of Purpose In the depths of the Great Depression, on a humble tenant farm in Gainesboro, Tennessee, Charles Robert Jones entered the world on June 21, 1930. His arrival coincided with one of America’s most challenging periods – a time that would shape not only his character

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MTSU report: State housing market ‘stable’ with ‘steady growth,’ although delinquencies up

Tennessee’s housing market showed “steady growth” for the third quarter as home prices continue to rise throughout the state, though overall market strength varied across regions, according to the latest statewide report from Middle Tennessee State University. “Despite this growth, mortgage delinquencies have slightly risen, indicating some financial strain on homeowners,” said Murat Arik, director of

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