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Rock Band ‘Heart’ Going Strong in 2026

Jan 06, 2026 at 01:15 pm by Bethany Bowman

Those of us of a certain age grew up listening to the iconic rock band Heart, comprised of sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson and their incredible band. Naturally, when they came.... Read More

Tennessee's Education Savings Account Report Highlights Growth, Challenges, and Recommendations for Improvement

Jan 05, 2026 at 01:19 pm by JC Bowman

The Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability (OREA) has released its evaluation of Tennessee's Education Savings Account (ESA) program, a task manda.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Hayden Baker

Dec 31, 2025 at 04:57 pm by Bethany Bowman

Award-winning Texas country music artist Hayden Baker recently released a ten-track album called Alive and Well, a perfect blend of honky-tonk tunes and storytelling ballads.... Read More

A Dickens of a Christmas

Dec 19, 2025 at 04:16 pm by JC Bowman

In the depths of winter, as snow falls somewhere in the world, probably in a city full of people who can't drive in it, we're reminded of a tale that has somehow managed to ou.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Joe Hermes

Dec 18, 2025 at 12:07 pm by Bethany Bowman

Joe Hermes' music hits that perfect sweet spot between classic rock and traditional country music. He is a seasoned entertainer whose values are rooted in faith, family, and.... Read More

Heart To Play The Pinnacle On December 21

Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 am by Bethany Bowman

The famed rock band, Heart, is playing the beautiful Pinnacle Venue in Nashville on December 21. After seeing them play Ascend in 2019, I was already aware that their show i.... Read More

The Need for Mental Health Awareness in Education

Dec 16, 2025 at 10:37 am by JC Bowman

In K-12 education, the need for mental health awareness has never been greater. Mental health issues, often ignored, impact a large portion of the population—1 in 5 Amer.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Marcus Hummon

Dec 13, 2025 at 12:53 pm by Bethany Bowman

Marcus Hummon is a renowned, respected, and much-loved songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. When I learned that he composed an entire album dedicated to the famous American.... Read More

Celebrating Computer Science Education Week

Dec 10, 2025 at 02:56 pm by JC Bowman

Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek) takes place every year during the second full week of December, from December 8 to 14 in 2025, aligned with the birthday of computin.... Read More

Tennessee Department of Education Releases 2025 ACT Results

Dec 10, 2025 at 02:11 pm by JC Bowman

The Tennessee Department of Education has unveiled the ACT results and participation rates for the graduating class of 2025, showcasing an impressive 99% participation rate ac.... Read More

Time to Recalibrate Our Educational Compass

Dec 09, 2025 at 11:53 am by JC Bowman

Imagine a universe where parents and educators lead the debate on education. In the current paradigm, we are playing a high-stakes game of educational chess. The result could.... Read More
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