‘Forget it, lip!’

Sandra ClarkOur Town Youth

Raising kids is tough, and it’s especially hard to raise daughters to be strong and self-confident. That’s why this recent post by Kathleen Gibi is so special. We’re reprinting it …

Pellissippi student leaders meet with SOS Hargett

Pellissippi State Community CollegeOur Town Youth

Three Pellissippi State student government leaders spent July 2 with Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett at the annual College Civic Engagement Luncheon in Nashville.
Student Government Association President Morgan Johnson, …

Addison Smith is UTK summer intern

Betsi JamesOur Town Youth

Summer intern and current Miss Food City, Addison Smith, took over the UTK Career Development Instagram page with a Day in the Life as a supply chain intern.
Check it out …

School fees and school supplies? Why?

Susan EspirituOur Town Youth

School fees and supply lists are posted on every elementary school website. Not true for middle and high school where fees and supplies may vary according to every subject and …

Fourth graders visit US parks FREE

Susan EspirituOur Town Youth

Fourth grade students can get a free annual pass to visit more than 2,000 federal recreation areas with their families, classmates and friends. The Every Kid Outdoors Program is an …

Shoes for School registration ends July 1

Susan EspirituOur Town Youth

Shoes for School is Saturday, August 3, 9 a.m.-noon at Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center’s Jacob Building. This annual Knoxville Area Urban League event provides children with a new pair …