November 21, 2024
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Here are the Best Schools in Tennessee Thurman Francis Magnet Tops the List

Best Tennessee Schools U.S. News analyzed 105,093 pre-K, elementary and middle schools. Browse our district and school profiles to find the right fit for you. Editor’s Note: As an alum of Thurman Francis School, I was thrilled to see Thurman Francis Magnet School—as well as Central Magnet and McFadden School of Excellence—top the list in

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MTSU Marketing Professor and Content Creator Dr. Raj Discusses His TikTok Journey

By Mike Sparks Tonight on Conversations with Mike Sparks radio show, I’m excited to welcome Dr. Raj Srivastava, affectionately known as “Dr. Raj.” He is a distinguished professor at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and a leading voice in digital media. Join us this evening, Sunday November 17, from 5 to 6 PM on WGNS

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GoFundMe Campaign Launched to Honor Memory of local Cyclist Jonathan ‘Mohawk’ Hamilton

Editor’s Note: Last Friday, while having lunch at the Smyrna Event Center, I overheard my friend Tony Campbell and his driver Roland discussing the tragic accident that took the life of Jonathan Hamilton, affectionately known by many as ‘Mohawk.’ The heartbreaking story of Jonathon made me think of his strong work ethic. He would often

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1st Amendment/Free Expression Motivation Politics Tennessee Business

Viewpoint: Dr. Larry Burriss ‘Transparency’

I’ve often thought it interesting to compare promise versus performance when it comes to election campaign promises. Particularly in issues related to so-called “transparency.” Every administration I can think of has promised to be more “transparent” than the previous. Of course, every administration promises everything will be better than the last. It’s also interesting to

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Motivation Politics

‘Leadership Lapses’: Public Officials and the Decline of Civility” by Mike Sparks

Are Egos, Excessive Pride and Narcissism out of Control?    Once again, I find myself echoing the words of Bob Dylan: “The Times They Are A-Changin’.” His lyrics resonate with me now more than ever. The divisiveness and lack of civility in today’s society, I will argue, are worse than ever. It’s simply ‘CRAZY!’ The

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