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Iconic Cream City sign turns 75

Located in the heart of downtown Cookeville, the Cream City sign has celebrated its 75th year of light. Festivities were spread out from the Broad st. store to the Cookeville History Museum. The on-site festivities included free ice cream and an opportunity to learn about the history and maintenance of […]

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Looking Back at 100 Years of the Golden Eagle

Written by Miquel Ortiz and Lilly Davis.  When students are introduced to Tech, they are told of the story of the four golden eagles that used to soar around campus. These eagles ignited the idea for the university’s symbol, the Golden Eagle. Since 1925, Tech’s Golden Eagle has been the […]

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Getting caught up with Dan Allcott

Tech professor and conductor Dan Allcott returned to the stage on Jan. 23 for a cello recital featuring pianist Emi Kagawa. This performance marked his first in nearly 10 years.  Not because he is required or wants time in the limelight but because, he explained, “It’s for my students”. Allcott […]

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A legacy of Kindness: remembering Dr. Graham Kash

Dr. Graham Kash was born in Nashville in 1937. He leaves a legacy at Tech, and stood as a voice of reason for many. Kash passed away in January at the age of 87.  Kash started his career as a Golden Eagle in 1963 as a speech and literature instructor. […]

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Using AI ethically in your school work, job and life

   Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integrated part of our lives, impacting everything from healthcare to education. While some worry about the risks, AI can be ethical and helpful if used the correct way.     AI is a tool, and like any tool, its ethics depend on how it’s used.     For […]

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Overdose Awareness in Putnam County

Did you know, according to the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics, 107,543 people in the U.S. died of a drug overdose in 2023?  That was only a 3% decrease since 2022 and was the first decrease in drug overdoses since 2018. September is National Recovery Month in the US.  […]