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Geneva Gilliam Farris, Memorial Honoree

Stitching together generations: Granville Fall Celebration to honor...

October 4, 2026

For Geneva Gilliam Farris, quilting helped fill the lonely days while her husband served in World War II. For Lizabeth “Liz” Self Mullens, quilts...

Tennessee Tech agriculture alumnus Ronnie E. Erwin, center, is pictured with university leaders during a presentation recognizing his financial gift supporting construction of the future Dr. Ronnie E. and Lynn M. Erwin Tech Farm Office at Shipley Farm. From left: Slade Dale, director of development for University Advancement; John Smith, interim vice president for University Advancement; Mickey A. Latour, provost and vice president for academic affairs; Ronnie E. Erwin; Darron Smith, dean of the College of Agriculture & Human Ecology; James Baier, assistant dean of the College of Agriculture & Human Ecology; and Elizabeth Williams, executive director for advancement services.

Tennessee Tech agriculture alum makes donation to build new farm...

September 28, 2026

Tennessee Tech University School of Agriculture alumnus Ronnie E. Erwin has made a generous gift to help construct a new office building at the...

Tennessee Tech senior Cheyenne Bare has launched a new student organization called "Women Who Lead.

Tennessee Tech senior launches ‘Women Who Lead’ student...

September 26, 2026

East Tennessee native and former student body president says new group "aims to build more well-rounded female leaders"During her time at Tennessee...

Leaders from Tennessee Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences accept the Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement at the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) annual conference earlier this month. From left: Stacey Edmonson, chair of the CAEP Board of Directors; Matthew Smith, associate dean of Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences; Kyle Shanks, director of assessment for Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences; Lisa Zagumny, dean of Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences; Malina Monaco, CAEP senior vice president; and Christopher Koch, CAEP president.

Tennessee Tech’s College of Education & Human Sciences earns top...

September 26, 2026

Tennessee Tech University's College of Education & Human Sciences has received a prestigious national award from the Council for the...

America at 250: A whole weekend of freedom, family and hometown...

This Fourth of July is more than a holiday. On July 4, 2026, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration...

Putnam County Student Attends Tennessee Governor’s School for the...

Sophia Warren of Putnam County was one of 49 students from across Tennessee selected to participate in the Tennessee Governor’s School for the...

CRMC Leaders Tell Washington What 340B Means for Rural Tennessee

In an interview with the American Hospital Association, CRMC's CEO and pharmacy director explained how a federal drug discount program funds cancer...

World Changers Volunteers Serve Putnam County Through Hands-On...

World Changers is underway in Putnam County this week, bringing youth and adult volunteers from several states together for a week of hands-on...

HIGHLANDS HAPPENINGS

Highlands Insider to Host Meet the Candidates City Council Panel DiscussionHighlands Insider will host a Meet the Candidates City Council Panel...

Nominate your Putnam County Favorites Today. Make sure they are in...

The Highlands Insider “Besties Awards,” giving the community a chance to recognize the people, businesses, restaurants, and local favorites that...

Changed by Motherhood: Part 2 — Caring from the heart

Two local women share how motherhood deepened their compassion, strengthened their faith and transformed the way they care for others both at home...

“You Can’t Punish Pain Away”: Brett Knight Shares Message of Hope,...

There are some images that never leave a person.For Brett Knight, one of those images is a stack of laminated obituaries sitting inside his...

Highlands Insider Launches First-Ever “Bestie Awards”

Highlands Insider Launches First-Ever “Bestie Awards”Be a Light. Be Bright. Be Bold.Shining a Spotlight on the Best of the HighlandsWho deserves...

UPDATE: “A Great Awakening” Extended Through Next Week

UPDATE: A Great Awakening, local audiences received welcome news—the film has now been extended through next week.The extension comes as interest...

Final Showing Tonight: “A Great Awakening” Leaves Theaters with 7...

As the clock ticks toward the evening, local audiences have one last opportunity to experience A Great Awakening on the big screen.The film’s final...

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