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  • Honor Society Recognizes 95 Walters State Students
    Ninety-five Walters State Community College students were recognized have been recognized as new members by Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community colleges. To be invited to join, students are required to have a 3.5 grade point average after […]
  • Grants Available to Tennessee Animal Shelters
    NASHVILLE — Animal shelters across Tennessee are encouraged to seek grants for spay and neuter services. Applications are accepted until May 17, 2024. “Pet owners can now access more affordable spaying and neutering services,” said State Veterinarian Samantha Beaty, D.V.M. […]
  • Heritage Center welcomes new administrator
    MORRISTOWN, Tenn. (April 16, 2024) – The Heritage Center, a local skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, recently welcomed Maria Farmer as its new executive director.  Farmer has a bachelor’s degree in health administration from East Tennessee State University. During […]
  • Nearly Two Dozen People Killed in Work Zone Crashes
    NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is joining states across the nation to ask motorists to Work with Us – move over and slow down for highway workers. TDOT will spread that message statewide during National Work Zone Awareness Week (April […]
  • Walters State PTA Program Has 100% Placement, Pass Rates
    If you or your family receive physical therapy while in a healthcare facility or as an outpatient in this area, a Walters State graduate is likely involved. The college’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program boasts a 100% pass rate on the National Physical Therapist […]
  • Tennessee Students Encouraged to Complete the FAFSA
    NASHVILLE, TN – April 2, 2024 – The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has designated April 1-5, 2024, as “Finish the FAFSA Week.” This initiative urges all high school seniors and their families to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) […]
  • Tennessee farmers warned of dairy cattle influenza spreading in other states
    NASHVILLE – In response to the USDA confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle in four states, the State Veterinarian has ordered a movement restriction on dairy cattle coming to Tennessee from the affected premises. As of April 1, 2024, Texas, […]

 

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