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Ty Stone is Cleveland State’s first Black female president.

Cleveland State Community College made history with the appointment of Ty Stone — the college’s first Black female president. “I'm just so fortunate and blessed to be here,” Stone said. … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/12/22

Chattanooga school to offer group Spanish classes in Cleveland

The Chattanooga School of Language (CSL) will expand its services to offer in-person Spanish language instruction to the community of Cleveland starting in September.“We’re pleased to respond to … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/10/22

Cleveland State to offer evening CNA program

Cleveland State Community College is now accepting applications for its evening certified nursing assistant (CNA) program, which is a Tennessee-approved nurse aide training class for individuals … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/8/22

Jodi Riggins (center) stood across from CHS, waving and holding signs, for hours on Election Day.

Riggins trumps Jones for city school board seat

The only Democrat on the Bradley County ballot, Jodi Riggins, beat Republican Allan Jones for the District 5 seat on the Cleveland City school board in Thursday’s general election. In the only … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/5/22

KAMI CLARK and Timothy Clark, second and third from left, parents of Landry Clark, receive a scholarship check from the Bachman Foundation's Mark Frizzell. Also pictured are Bachman board members Jeff Gregory, Ken Weller, Mike Sikes and Shenandoah Baptist Academy Principal Matt Smith, seventh from left, and Krista Smith, Shenandoah's special education director.

Bachman Foundation awards $20,000 in scholarships

The Bachman Foundation recently awarded more than $20,000 in scholarship funds. Checks were presented to Landry Clark to attend Shenandoah Baptist Academy; Brianna Taylor to attend Skyuka Hall; … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/5/22

The 2022 Outstanding Teacher of American History winner, Andrew McMahan of Bradley Central High School (second from left), is flanked by Tyler Rich, and Ocoee DAR representatives Joanne Swafford and Leigh Ann Boyd.

DAR taking nominations for outstanding teachers

The DAR Outstanding Teacher of American History honors notable, full-time teachers of American history and related fields (social studies, government and citizenship education) in grades 5-12. This … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/5/22

Jodi Riggins (center) stands with two campaigners across from CHS.

BREAKING: Riggins trumps Jones for city school board seat

Democrat Jodi Riggins beat competitor and Republican Allan Jones for the District 5 seat on the Cleveland City school board. In the only contested race for the Cleveland City school board, she … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/4/22

Community First award winners chosen

The Community First Awards Committee has honored award winners after receiving approximately 75 nominations from Cleveland State Community College’s five-county service area.There were 13 winners … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/4/22

Back to school basics: what you need to know

The start of the school year is here! As parents sign forms and double-check supply lists and students scramble to find their school supplies, district staff and community agencies are getting ready … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/3/22

SAU hires adviser on diversity and strategic planning

Kathy Goodridge-Purnell is joining Southern Adventist University as the new senior adviser to the president on diversity and strategic planning. Originally from England with roots in the Caribbean, … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/3/22

Candidacy eligibility lawsuit against Allan Jones dismissed

Though an official court order has not yet been filed, a lawsuit filed against local businessman Allan Jones has been dismissed. The lawsuit challenged Jones’ eligibility to run for city … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/2/22

CCS STAFF MEMBERS (from left) Del Halfacre, Sonjia Norman, Megan Saez, Anne Person and Aretha Johnson.

City teachers celebrated and honored today at district convocation

During Cleveland City Schools’ convocation Monday, Aug. 1, teachers, staff and administrators from across the district came together for an afternoon of games, awards and recognitions. The … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/1/22

OUTSIDE THE COURTHOUSE, people gathered to bring awareness to sex trafficking.

Bradley County officials spotlight human trafficking

Tennessee is one of the top 20 states for sex trafficking. To remember Human Trafficking Awareness Week, the Bradley County Health Department partnered last week with the Red Sand Project and … more

By ANNA SHAND | 8/1/22

Cleveland City Schools recently was recognized for its Career and Technical Education programs.

City schools recognized for CTE programs

Cleveland City Schools recently was recognized for its Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs during the CTE Institute in Chattanooga.The Business Communications Academy at Cleveland Middle … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 8/1/22

Candy's Creek Elementary is part of Cleveland City Schools, which currently is looking to fill a dozen before the start of school in a few weeks.

School districts face staffing shortages

Between the districts of Bradley County Schools (BCS) and Cleveland City Schools (CCS), dozens of jobs have yet to be filled before school starts in August. The BCS website lists jobs … more

By ANNA SHAND | 7/31/22

Summer Honors 2022 participants pictured at the Forum.

Lee hosts 180 students for Summer Honors

Lee University’s 37th annual Summer Honors program recently hosted 180 incoming freshmen and rising high school seniors from around the country for a two-week experience. This year’s … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/29/22

Audrey Brokish plans to use the funding for Intensive Opera Training at the International Performing Arts Institute in Germany.

Lee University announces 2022 YAPD recipients

The Lee University Office of Alumni Relations recently announced the winners of the 2022 Young Alumni Professional Development (YAPD) grant. The YAPD grant program supports alumni participating … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/29/22

Athens Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a reception in honor of new Cleveland State President Ty Stone. Stone (left) stands with newly elected Tennessee Wesleyan University President Tyler Forrest.

MAKING THE ROUNDS

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7/29/22

LIBRARY CORNER

MONDAY | Aug. 1 Adult Oceans of Possibilities Book Giveaway Books for adults who completed the Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program available for pick up at the Circulation Desk from … more

By KERISA SHORTHOUSE | 7/29/22

Grant funds new plant-based eatery at Southern

Southern Adventist University in Collegedale this fall will launch a new whole-foods, plant-based eatery on campus called The Garden at KR’s Place, thanks to a grant from Ardmore Institute of … more

By ANAYA MILLER | 7/29/22