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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

It is Time To Compensate Student Teachers!

Dec 05, 2025 at 10:54 am by JC Bowman

The ongoing debate over unpaid student teaching is more than just an education policy issue; it deeply reflects our societal values and priorities. This practice, firmly roote.... Read More

2025 (Mostly) Country Christmas Roundup

Dec 05, 2025 at 09:37 am by Bethany Bowman

This year's roundup is bigger than ever, with so many artists putting out new Christmas music. I compiled a list of 25 original songs, 15 beloved covers, and 22 full albums.... Read More

The Grand Ole Opry Celebrates 100th Birthday

Nov 29, 2025 at 03:41 pm by Bethany Bowman

On November 28, 2025, one hundred years to the date of the premiere, a star-studded tribute was held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee. Included in the eve.... Read More

Music Spotlight: The Dugger Band

Nov 25, 2025 at 10:43 am by Bethany Bowman

When I heard the Dugger Band and their hit song "True Colors," I knew I wanted to feature them as soon as time allowed. Jordan and Seth Dugger are from Greenville, Tennessee.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Cody Hibbard

Nov 21, 2025 at 10:46 am by Bethany Bowman

Cody Hibbard is the fifth artist I have interviewed from this season of The Road, and, in my humble opinion, he is the most country-sounding of them all. Fortunately, he too.... Read More

Save the Music Foundation Honors Lee Ann Womack, Cameo Carlson, and Old Dominion

Nov 19, 2025 at 01:28 pm by Bethany Bowman

On Tuesday, November 13th, Save The Music  (STM) brought together Nashville's music community for its 6th annual "Hometown to Hometown" event, raising over $250,000 to su.... Read More

Red Bull Jukebox Takes Over Nashville's Pinnacle

Nov 19, 2025 at 10:28 am by Bethany Bowman

Red Bull Jukebox made its highly anticipated return to Nashville on Saturday night at Nashville's newest venue, the Pinnacle. With its unique live music experience, the Juke.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Atlus

Nov 15, 2025 at 04:19 pm by Bethany Bowman

As is often the case with songwriting, one's upbringing influences one's lyrics. Raised in a single-parent home marked by poverty and addiction, Sean Haywood, who goes by th.... Read More

Respect Is Essential for Fixing the Teacher Shortage

Nov 14, 2025 at 11:51 am by JC Bowman

In a world where we often hear about the "teacher shortage," it’s time to ask ourselves: What exactly does that mean? Are we short on teachers, or are we short on respec.... Read More

Liz Rose, Charley Pride, and Old Dominion Added to Music City's Walk of Fame

Nov 13, 2025 at 12:55 pm by Bethany Bowman

On Tuesday, November 11, three more names were added to Music City's iconic Walk of Fame Park: prolific songwriter Liz Rose, the legendary Charley Pride (posthumously), and.... Read More
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