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The Tennessee Titans suffer a stunning defeat at the hands of the New York Jets, 27-24.
The Tennessee Titans came into this season with a lot of hype surrounding their offense. With new additions to their high-powered offense in Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones, the Titans were poised to make a deep playoff push this season. However, then came the lowly New York Jets who had other plans in mind. The Jets hosted the Titans this past Sunday and did not disappoint as they took down the Tennessee Titans in a thrilling 27-24 overtime victory. Rookie quarterback Zac

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Oct 6, 20212 min read


National Night Out
National Night Out with Weakley County Prevention Coalition and Martin Police Department

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Oct 5, 20211 min read


UT Martin to Host Homecoming Week
The week of October 4th-10th is homecoming week for The University of Tennessee at Martin. Many organizations across the campus are coming together to put on many activities for students to attend throughout the week. Monday, October 4th: * Rope Pull – 4pm – Behind the Student Rec Center * Flight Crew Fireworks Show – 9pm – Pacer Pond Tuesday, October 5th: * Rope Pull – 4pm – Behind the Student Rec Center Wednesday, October 6th: * SGA Homecoming King and Queen Elections – 10a

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Oct 4, 20211 min read


UT Martin Shocks #9 Jacksonville State, 34-31
It's been 34 years since the UT Martin Skyhawks left Burgess-Snow Field with a victory; that streak ended this Saturday when UT Martin stunned the ninth-ranked Jacksonville State Gamecocks, 34-31. 24 second-half points from the Hawks made the difference in the outcome as they fought back from a 14-point deficit to finally take the lead with 10:34 left in the fourth quarter. UT Martin Quarterback Keon Howard was a catalyst in the Skyhawks' historic victory. The Tulane graduate

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Sep 28, 20211 min read


Run For Recovery
This month is Suicide Prevention Month but it is also National Recovery Month. Weakley County Prevention Coalition are honoring those who have battled with addiction and those who are still fighting for recovery. A 5K and one mile walk will be the events that will help support those individuals and their families. The run will be September 25th at 9 a.m. at 117 N Poplar St. Dresden, TN 38225. Sign ups are on Weakley County Prevention Coalition's Facebook Page. Youth are $15 a

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Sep 22, 20211 min read


UT Martin Defense Sets the Tone for 35-10 Victory over Northwestern State
It was a complete performance in UT Martin's 35-10 victory against Northwestern State on Saturday. The Skyhawks found the endzone in every quarter while forcing three turnovers in the second straight win of the season. The offense picked up right where they left off by putting up 432 total yards, and again using Peyton Logan as the main source. Logan toated the ball fourteen times for 179 yards and one touchdown. Quarterback, Keon Howard made quality decisions throughout the

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Sep 20, 20211 min read


UT Martin SGA to hold Student Appreciation week
UT Martin Student Government Association is hosting “Student Appreciation Week” September 20th-24th. There will be many opportunities for students to get involved this week. On Monday, students can enter a giveaway by completing a survey at the table set up in the University Center from 11-2. Also on Monday, students can watch the “Ripple Effect Film” in Watkins auditorium at 7 p.m. On Tuesday, SGA will be giving out coffee and donuts to students from 9-11 from the UC patio.

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Sep 20, 20211 min read


Westview Looks to Move to 2-0 in District 7AA in Camden Tonight
Westview captains (L-R) Ty Simpson, Javion Goins, Hayden Smith, and Christian Ingram get ready for the coin toss prior to taking on Gibson County at Hardy Graham Stadium on September 3rd. (Photo/Dylan Ingram) The Westview Chargers will be on the road tonight as they travel to Camden to take on the Lions in a District 7AA matchup. Westview is coming off of a huge victory on the road last Friday in Fairview where the Chargers took down the Yellowjackets by a score of 47 to 14.

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Sep 17, 20212 min read


Some UT Martin students wrap up finals week with a shot
MARTIN, Tenn. -- As national, state, community and university leaders begin discussing a return to normalcy, some University of Tennessee at Martin students took a step that experts say might aid in ending the pandemic. UTM staff checking participants in before their vaccines UT Martin faculty, staff and students were invited to a Covid-19 vaccine drive-thru Thursday, May 8, from 11-1 at the Office of Alumni Relations. Nurses administered the Johnson & Johnson Janssen vaccine

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May 6, 20211 min read
UT Martin student endures terrifying wake-up call
Some UT Martin students living on-campus were horrified to hear a panicked scream at around 3:15 a.m. Friday, April 30. At that time, UT Martin Police were notified of a female student screaming for help, officials said in an email. The student had been asleep in her suite's common area when she woke up to a man standing over her, "touching himself," officials said. She screamed and chased the subject out of the dorm. He got in a vehicle and fled the area. The victim told UTM

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Apr 30, 20212 min read


Chelsey Perry Makes History as 26th Overall Pick in WNBA Draft
Possibly the greatest UT Martin Women's basketball player of all time notches one final accolade for the orange and blue. Thursday night, Skyhawks forward Chelsey Perry became the first UT Martin player to be drafted to the WNBA when the Indiana Fever selected the Middleton, Tennessee native in the 3rd round. Perry also becomes the highest selected player from the Ohio Valley Conference which was previously Austin Peay's Brooke Armistead who was selected as the 40th overall p

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Apr 16, 20212 min read


UT Martin to Host 53rd Annual Rodeo This Weekend
The University of Tennessee at Martin is set to host its 53rd Annual Rodeo this week at the Ned Ray McWherter Agricultural Pavilion.

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Apr 13, 20211 min read


Firefighter accused of arson
A former Dresden volunteer firefighter was arrested on an arson charge Wednesday, April 7.

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Apr 8, 20211 min read


UTM student publications honored at journalism conference
MARTIN, Tenn. — WUTM staff members worked throughout the fall semester to enter competitions like the Intercollegiate Broadcasting Systems and the Southeast Journalism Conference. The hard work has paid off. WUTM won five trophies at the Southeast Journalism Conference during spring break, continuing an award-winning tradition. The University of Tennessee at Martin’s newspaper, The Pacer, also took home an award. UT Martin student publications won the following awards: * Kayl

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Apr 5, 20211 min read


A look into the future for UT Martin and the workplace post-pandemic.
To say the last year has been a struggle for everyone is an understatement.
Jagger Lampkins
Mar 26, 20212 min read


UTM plans vaccine distribution
UTM student health hopes to offer a COVID vaccine to students before the end of the semester.

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Mar 24, 20211 min read


Local leaders update residents on vaccine efforts
The state is working to make sure anyone who wants to be vaccinated can make an appointment.

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Mar 24, 20211 min read


Chi Omegas hand out waffles, wings and wishes
The sisters of Chi Omega will spend the week of March 22-26 raising money for their philanthropy, the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

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Mar 24, 20211 min read


UT Martin Finishes Season With a Victory in the WNIT
In their final appearance in the orange and blue Maddie Waldrop and Chelsey Perry did exactly what they've done ever since they stepped on campus... win. The two seniors combined for 42 points in UT Martin's 64-59 win over Illinois State in the WNIT consolation regional finals. Waldrop poured in 24 points with eight rebounds to lead the Hawks in points and boards; Perry tacked on 18 points to pair with six rebounds. Graphic Credits to UT Martin Athletics UT Martin was off to

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Mar 23, 20211 min read


UT Martin art student creates and celebrates bright smiles
Spending time with a friend can brighten any person's day. Bailey Radnitzer saw more in her friends' smiling faces. She saw works of art.

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Mar 17, 20212 min read
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