Student Republicans and Democrat from Tech experienced mixed reactions after the Nov. 6 midterm elections. Democrats added 30 seats to take control of the House of Representatives while Republicans gained two seats to retain control of the Senate. Republican senator-elect Marsha Blackburn defeated former Democratic Governor Phil Bredesen to become […]
Author: Noah McKay
It’s bird! It’s a plane! It’s the homecoming parade!
Planning is in full swing for Saturday’s superhero-themed homecoming parade as groups spend thousands of dollars on their floats. Organizations from Tech and the surrounding areas participate in the parade with hopes of winning the best float award. Between 50 and 60 groups registered to participate in the parade this […]
Trump rallies Tennessee supporters ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump takes the stage during his Oct. 1 rally in Johnson City ahead of the November midterm elections. Photo by Noah McKay. President Donald Trump encouraged his supporters to vote for Republican candidates in Tennessee at a rally in Johnson City Oct. 1 and warned of a potential […]
Board of Trustees approves 2 percent raise for Oldham
President Phil Oldham received a 2 percent raise and a $60,000 bonus from the board of trustees that rejected a proposal for more during a Sept. 18 meeting. Oldham’s annual salary is currently $325,682. The raise will increase his salary to $332,195.64 beginning in 2019. Trustee Barry Wilmore called the […]
