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Kanye West on Presidential Ballot
Kanye West - The Associated Press Kanye West will be on the presidential ballot in November, Tennessee's election's office confirmed. West cleared the 275 verified signature threshold, the Secretary of State's office announced this week. West will run as an unaffiliated presidential candidate. His running mate is spiritual coach Michelle Tidball from Cody, Wyoming. West has qualified in some states including Arkansas, Oklahoma, Idaho, and Colorado. He announced his bid in Jul

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Aug 27, 20201 min read


Local COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 update numbers, including newly reported deaths, recoveries and active cases.

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Aug 26, 20201 min read


UT Martin signs Skyhawk Creed
Officials at the University of Tennessee at Martin signed the "Skyhawk Creed" on Friday, Aug. 21, denouncing racial injustice. Carver speaking at the Skyhawk Creed signing on Aug. 21 as McCloud and Cavalier sign the document. UT Martin Chancellor Dr. Keith Carver, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Phillip Acree Cavalier and Interim Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Dr. Mark McCloud represented the university in signing the creed. Faculty Senate President Dr. Sean W

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Aug 24, 20201 min read
Former Henry County sheriff named UT Martin Director of Public Safety
UT Martin welcomes a former Henry County sheriff as their new Director of Public Safety.

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Aug 18, 20201 min read


Weakley County mayor announces mask mandate
Weakley County residents should wear a face covering in public and in places accessible to the public in response to COVID-19.

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Aug 10, 20201 min read


UT System task force to issue fall 2020 plans
The UT System said in a press release yesterday that each campus implemented a task force in April to look at needs returning to campus.

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May 21, 20201 min read


UT Martin to return to campus in the fall
The University of Tennessee System plans to welcome students back to
each of its campuses this fall.

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May 6, 20201 min read


Baylor and USDA to provide meals the Weakley County
Weakley County has new food aid coming soon.

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May 5, 20201 min read


UTM class of 2020 honored in virtual commencement
The University of Tennessee at Martin conferred over 700 undergraduate and graduate degrees in a virtual ceremony on Saturday, May 2, 2020.

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May 2, 20202 min read


Discovery Park of America plans reopening next month
Discovery Park is planning its reopening.

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May 1, 20202 min read


UT campuses to discuss tuition changes
All four UT Advisory Boards have proposed a 0% tuition increase.

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Apr 30, 20201 min read


UT Martin celebrates 25 years with "Captain Skyhawk"
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin celebrated 25 years of being the Skyhawks on April 25. The logo and caricature were originally introduced to UT Martin in 1995, says University officials. University Relations / The original logo is center UT Martin is the only Division I university represented by a Skyhawk. While a Skyhawk is a mythical creature, it was inspired by the university and West Tennessee's history, according to a university press release. The S

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Apr 28, 20202 min read


Union City High School earns honors, even in hard times
Union City High School has earned ranks among the very best in schools in the nation and in Tennessee.

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Apr 24, 20201 min read


UT Board of Trustees meet to talk about coronavirus crisis plans
The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees held a meeting Friday morning virtually to discuss the ongoing impact of COVID-19.

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Apr 24, 20202 min read


Devin Majors issues farewell to UTM students
SGA President Devin Majors's farewell to the student body.

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Apr 21, 20204 min read


Union City High School graduation will proceed as planned
Graduation commencement ceremonies for the Union City High School Class of 2020 will be held as originally scheduled.

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Apr 21, 20202 min read


Weakley County School Administrators Plan for Closing Out School Year
Weakley County Director of Schools Randy Frazier, staff and principals met online Thursday to determine the next steps.

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Apr 17, 20203 min read


Union City students soar at art contest
A pair of Union City High School art students soared in the 2020 International Aviation Art Contest, school officials announced Friday. Elijah Cavalier placed second and Olivia Hill earned third place awards at the state level, where they faced off against 250 other competitors. The contest is held every year and is hosted by the National Association of State Aviation Officials and TDOT Aeronautics Division. The efforts of Cavalier and Hill were honored with individual cash p

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Apr 17, 20201 min read


UT Martin to offer summer course fee relief
UT Martin will charge on-campus tuition and fees for online Maymester and summer courses.

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Apr 14, 20201 min read


Weakley County residents celebrate Easter remotely
Even though President Trump hoped to have the country re-opened on Easter weekend, Americans celebrated the holiday from their homes.

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Apr 13, 20202 min read
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