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Students give a “Wings Up” hand signal at a Tennessee Tech football tailgate on Sept. 12. This year’s Preview Day on Oct. 10 will also include tailgating and discounted tickets to that day’s football game against Furman University.

Tennessee Tech to host annual 'Preview Day' open house on Oct. 10

October 2, 2026

Event includes waived application fee, half-price tickets to Golden Eagle football gameTennessee Tech University will welcome prospective students...

Photo by Putnam County schools

Heather Tinch Named 2026-27 Tennessee Principal of the Year

October 2, 2026

PUTNAM COUNTY — Putnam County Schools is celebrating a major statewide honor for one of its school leaders.Heather Tinch, principal of Burks...

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...

School budget advances after cuts, reduced raises and fund-balance...

Changing state estimates reshape district proposal; county tax rate remains unresolvedPutnam County Schools would enter the next fiscal year with...

Dr. Diana Wood Named Tennessee Supervisor of the Year

December 8, 2025

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Putnam County School System (PCSS) is proud to announce thatDr. Diana Wood has been named the 2025–2026 Tennessee Supervisor...

Nine PCSS Schools Recognized for Achievement and Growth

November 21, 2025

PUTNAM COUNTY, TENN. - The Putnam County School System is proud to announce that ithas been designated as an “Exemplary” District for the 2024-25...

An example of the OpenGate weapons detection system approved for use in Putnam County schools. The portable units help screen students efficiently without delays.

School Board Approves Purchase of Metal Detectors

October 9, 2025

In today’s society, school safety is a top priority.But how can administrators balance safety with a comfortable learning environment?“The metal...

White County Schools is proud to announce it has once again...

August 28, 2025

White County Schools is proud to announce it has once again achieved a Level 5 score—the highest possible—on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment...

U.S. News and World Report Ranks Cookeville High School Among Best...

August 22, 2025

PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. — Cookeville High School has been recognized as one of the 2025-2026Best High Schools by U.S. News & World Report. This is...

Putnam County Schools Welcome Students Back.

COOKEVILLE, TN — The halls of Putnam County schools are once again bustling with activity as students have returned for the new academic year. The...

Cost Comparisons - then vs Now. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, TN Retail Snapshots, Highlands Insider surveys

Relief at the Register: What Tax-Free Weekend Means for Highlands...

The countdown to class is on—but this weekend, families across the Highlands can finally catch a financial break.From Friday, July 25 through...

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