The new book “Singing Creek” has a lot of firsts attached to it. It’s the Great Smoky Mountains Association’s first chapter book published for middle readers (ages 6-12) and the …
Beaumont students’ artwork to Washington, D.C.
Artwork created by students at Beaumont Magnet Academy is being highlighted in the nation’s capital this month. Beaumont was one of 56 schools chosen by the National Park Service to …
Mayor Jacobs visits CAK
On the cold morning of Dec. 1, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs visited CAK to open car doors for our elementary students. This sparked some fun conversation about “what would …
New elementary school on track in NW Knox County
Progress is being made on the as yet unnamed new elementary school slated for northwest Knox County. The Board of Education approved the purchase of 29 acres on Coward Mill …
Girl Scouts bring joy to seniors
Girl Scout troop 20889 visited Morning Pointe Lenoir City on Oct. 29 and sang several songs (You Are My Sunshine and more) to the residents from the carport outside the …
CAK team applies for patent on invention
Students in STEM programs across Knox County are learning that science is fun. Science is the future, and the future is bright.
A middle school team from Christian Academy of Knoxville, …
Girl Scouts launch fall sale
Girl Scouts of the Southern Appalachians has launched its fall products sale which will extend through Oct. 28. The sale features candy, nuts and magazines. It’s an awesome opportunity for …
Karns teacher earns state honor
Karns Middle School got some exciting news on Wednesday, when chorus teacher Kami Lunsford was named Tennessee’s Teacher of The Year. The celebration included a visit from Tennessee Education Commissioner …