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‘Rusty Washam felt this country was worth the sacrifice’
That was the question posed by U.S. Army CWO Darryl Dellarossa (ret.) during Monday’s Memorial Day service at VFW Post 5669 in Oneida. Reflecting on the hundreds of thousands of American men and women who have died on battlefields around the world through the years, Dellarossa reflected on the most recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, which followed the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C.
Scenes from a Clinton High School graduation
The weather was rainy, but the Clinton High School graduation for the Class of 2024 went on as planned at the athletic field on Friday, May 17. See the 72-image gallery at oakridger.com, and a full page of photos inside the Friday edition. Congratulations, Clinton grads! ...
How a student-athlete is deemed eligible or ineligible in Tennessee high school sports
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Clinton Football has to forfeit games from the 2024 season after they played an academically ineligible player last season. The number of games is still being determined according to the TSSAA, despite the initial letter they sent to the school saying all 13 games must be forfeited.
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Campbell County mayor explains what losing Jellico hospital means to community
JELLICO, Tenn. (WVLT) - In March, Jellico Community Hospital shut down and is still shuttered to this day. Previous Coverage: Sign on door claims Jellico hospital to close again. On the hospitals property, orange barricades are placed at the front of the parking lot signaling no cars are allowed on...
Anderson County Sheriff's Office investigating allegations of grade changing at Clinton High
The Anderson County Sheriff's Department is investigating allegations that a group of teachers and counselors changed students' grades at Clinton High School, a boost that may have qualified some students to graduate who wouldn't have otherwise. The matter was referred by Director of Schools Tim Parrott to Anderson County District Attorney General Dave Clark and Sheriff Russell Barker. Clark's office said in a news release Wednesday afternoon it would be improper and potentially unethical to give detailed...
‘Very disrespectful’ | Clinton community reacts to high school grade changing investigation
CLINTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - After officials with Anderson County Schools announced another round of employees who would not be returning to Clinton High School, members of the community said they’re disappointed in those involved in changing student grades. At latest count, Principal Dan Jenkins, his wife and guidance counseling...
Tennessee football coach says he wasn't aware of grade changing scandal
The head coach of a Tennessee high school football team that fielded an ineligible player has denied having any knowledge of a grade-changing scandal. He also believes he is a scapegoat in the situation. This week, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) ruled that Clinton High School (Clinton, Tennessee)...
Oak Ridge brush pickup begins May 6
The Oak Ridge city-wide brush pickup program continues this week. Monday, May 27: Vermont Avenue and side streets, North Tulane AvenueTuesday, May 28: Pennsylvania Avenue and side streets, Outer Drive and side streets from Pennsylvania Avenue to New York AvenueWednesday, May 29: New York Avenue and side streets, Utah Avenue and side streets, Outer Drive from New York Avenue to Michigan Avenue, Orchard Lane and Circle, Orkney RoadThursday, May 30: West Tennessee Avenue, Michigan Avenue and side streets, Kentucky Avenue and side streetsFriday, May 31: Catchup day. This article originally appeared on Oakridger: Oak Ridge brush pickup begins May 6
Gibbs softball takes home its 11th state title
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WATE) — Gibbs softball had no problems taking home its 11th title in program history and first since 2017. The Eagles soared to a 6-1 win over Carter. Gibbs jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the third inning. Lacey Keck doubled in the first run of the game. Addison Merritt was the […]
Summer is here: Oak Ridge Community Band's free patriotic concert is Monday
The Oak Ridge Community Band will present its free Memorial Day concert at 7 p.m. Monday, May 27, in A.K. Bissell Park. Family and friends can end the three-day holiday weekend with patriotic music and show their appreciation to the men and women who have served in the military to maintain our freedom.
'He was a father away from home' | Clinton football players and parents react to Darell Keith's contract not being renewed
CLINTON, Tennessee — Many Clinton football players and parents are angry, frustrated and sad after Anderson County Schools decided not to renew the contract of Darell Keith. the school's football head coach. The school system didn't give a reason why. However, this comes after Clinton had to forfeit games...
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