February, the month that is home to the holiday corrupted by commercialism when it is meant to be about love, or something like that, is finally here. Regardless of whether you (literally) buy into Valentine’s Day or not, take some time this month to share the love with someone, whether it just be a friend,… Continue reading February favorites to fall in love with
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Debacle in Iowa reinforces the superiority of paper ballots
Two days after the Iowa caucuses, we’re still not quite sure what happened, at least on the Democratic side. After a glitch occurred in the app used to tabulate the votes, the results of Monday’s caucus vote were delayed while Democratic Party officials corroborated the results. As of the writing of this article, Wednesday evening,… Continue reading Debacle in Iowa reinforces the superiority of paper ballots
UTM great Mike Meschede to be honored by OVC
Former UTM men’s basketball standout Mike Meschede will be honored as an Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Basketball Legend at the league’s championship tournament in Evansville, Ind. on March 4-7. Meschede joins Pat Head Summitt (2019), Jared Newson (2018), Jasmine Newsome (2017), Lester Hudson (2016) and Heather Butler (2015) as past UT Martin representatives who have… Continue reading UTM great Mike Meschede to be honored by OVC
Do towns really win when Amazon moves in?
Amazon officially broke ground for its newest distribution center in the Raleigh area of Memphis this past January. Long awaited local, city and state governments, this newest Amazon center promises 1,000 new jobs for the community, with benefits such as a minimum wage of $15 per hour, 401k with a 50% match and a 20… Continue reading Do towns really win when Amazon moves in?
WestTeach education summit
The WestTeach Program, sponsored by the UTM WestStar Leadership Program, will host the West Tennessee Education Summit from 8:30-11:30 a.m., Feb. 28, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson. All conference activities will take place in the hospital’s Walter Barnes Conference Center. The summit will focus on facilitating change and curriculum to enhance workforce… Continue reading WestTeach education summit
Coronavirus paranoia unfounded, based on speculation
With the recent outbreak of a novel coronavirus, there has been a drastic increase in concern about how to handle the spread of the disease. The origin of the outbreak is believed to be a wholesale market in Wuhan. According to The New York Times, Chinese government officials have “called for an overhaul of environmental… Continue reading Coronavirus paranoia unfounded, based on speculation
Softball looks to excel under new head coach Brian Dunn
Not only will the UTM softball team open a new campaign in 2020, but also a new era under the direction of first-year head coach Brian Dunn in the program’s 35th season. After Dunn was hired to become the fourth head coach in UTM history back in June of last year, Dunn and his staff… Continue reading Softball looks to excel under new head coach Brian Dunn
Creative Corner
Alex McNeal is a senior Studio Fine Arts major from New Johnsonville. McNeal has a mixed media approach. “I do 2D and 3D work,” McNeal said. Her 2D work is more focused on ink and ink wash techniques, and her 3D work is mostly ceramics. Most of the time, however, she just goes with what… Continue reading Creative Corner
Professor is taking “healthy steps” with new program
UTM will be holding the free Healthy Steps program through May 12 in an attempt to create healthier lifestyles for participants. Diane Austin, an assistant professor in the Nursing department, will be heading the Healthy Steps program alongside her daughter, Allicia Austin. Allicia is recognized by the Center for Disease Control as a diabetes prevention… Continue reading Professor is taking “healthy steps” with new program
Holding out hope for unity in United Methodism
Matters of religion, like family and politics, sit particularly close to the heart. For many people, their religious tradition is the cornerstone and foundation of their lives, helping to instill them with a sense of belonging, meaning, and purpose. When fissures start to form in the familiar doctrines and trusted religious institutions, a question emerges:… Continue reading Holding out hope for unity in United Methodism