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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Clinton High School's culinary team ranks fourth in national culinary competition
CLINTON, Miss. (WJTV) – Clinton High School's culinary team recently ranked among the top 5 in a national culinary competition held in Baltimore, Maryland. Sherman Avenue Elementary's Leadership Day The team comprised of nine students from Clinton High School represented Mississippi in early May. 'To make it to fourth place and get to go up on stage with these amazing sponsors and give the kids to be in the national spotlight was incredible for them,' said Catherine Bruce, Chef Instructor at Clinton High School. It's been a culmination of hard work over the years, climbing from 29th place in 2023, placing 18th in 2024 to this year finishing fourth in the nation. Students prepared a three-course meal in just one hour. Their menu featured staples from the Delta to the Coast, starting off with crab croquettes, serving up Gulf redfish for the entree and to top it off a Mississippi mud cake. In a first for the program, four students competed in the restaurant management competition. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Governor directs flags to be flown at half staff in Vermillion County Friday in honor of Mayor Gilfoy
Gov. Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half staff Friday in Vermillion County in honor of Clinton Mayor Jack Gilfoy Jr., who died Saturday. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset. Businesses and residents in Vermillion County are asked to lower their flags as well. The 75-year-old mayor experienced a medical emergency last week and died in Union Hospital over the weekend. Gilfoy, a Democrat, had served as Clinton's mayor since Jan. 1, 2012. He was a graduate of Clinton High School and a Vietnam War veteran who also oversaw the family-owned business, Model Cleaners, according to his biography on the city's website. 'He cared about the city and took a lot of pride in it and in his job. He took his responsibilities very seriously,' said Scott Craig, Clinton city attorney. 'He always was looking to make things better for the city.' Under Gilfoy's leadership, the city has been successful in securing grants for various improvements, Craig said. 'Our parks, our streets, our sewer plant, our water system, are all in fantastic shape. We got a new firehouse and a new fire truck,' Craig said. Many of his department heads have been part of his administration for most or all of his tenure as mayor, providing stability, Craig said. According to Gilfoy's obituary, and in honor of his wishes, there will be no service. Clinton city council president JT Walker is serving as interim mayor until the Democratic party conducts a caucus to appoint a new mayor, Craig said.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Clinton Mayor Jack Gilfoy Jr. dies over the weekend
Clinton Mayor Jack Gilfoy Jr. died over the weekend, according to the city's Facebook page. 'It is with deep regret and sadness, per the notification of Mayor Jack Gilfoy Jr.'s wife, that we are informing our community that Mayor Gilfoy passed away today [Saturday] at 2:10 p.m.,' the city's post said. 'We ask that you please respect the wishes of his wife and give them privacy during this difficult time. We appreciate your prayers and positive thoughts. Thank you.' Gilfoy was first elected mayor in 2011. 'A good mayor and a good man taken too soon. He was always focused on making Clinton a better a better place,' said Dave Crooks, Eighth District chairman for the Indiana Democratic Party. Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun also offered his condolences. 'Jack was a veteran and a true leader in west central Indiana. His impact will not be forgotten. On behalf of our community, I offer heartfelt condolences and prayers to our neighbors in Clinton during this difficult time,' Sakbun said. A graduate of Clinton High School and a Vietnam War veteran, he also oversaw the family-owned business, Model Cleaners, according to his biography on the city's website. Arrangements had not been announced Monday afternoon.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Yahoo
Former Clinton High School guidance counselor accused of changing students' grades
CLINTON, Tenn. (WATE) — A former guidance counselor is facing charges connected the grade manipulation at Clinton High School that resulted in two teachers being fired in May 2024. According to an arrest warrant, Carrie Jones Jenkins is facing two counts of destruction or tampering with government records, stemming from alleged incidents that took place in the 2022 and 2023 school years. Both charges are Class E felonies. Knoxville City Council approves violence reduction contract with California-based group The affidavits of complaint within the arrest warrant, Jenkins is accused of changing one student's 'F' grade in a class to a 'D' during the 2022 school year, and changing another student's grade of '48' to a '90' in a class. On June 24, 2024, Jenkins submitted a letter of resignation, according to a spokesperson with Anderson County Schools. Jenkins' attorney reached out to 6 News to provide a statement on her arrest 'for her work as a guidance counselor at Clinton High School.' Mrs. Jenkins is an upstanding and dedicated community member of Clinton. She has lived here her entire life and has invested more than 20 years in the school system. She is a loving mother, supportive wife and friend and proud to call Clinton her home. We absolutely refute the alleged charges against Mrs. Jenkins and look forward to clearing her name. We welcome transparency through this process as more details emerge. Attorney Matt Ooten, representing Carrie Jenkins Father of accuser in case of teacher charged with rape speaks out on victim advocacy On May 9, 6 News reported that charges had been filed against one of the two Clinton High School teachers fired in connection to the grade manipulation investigation. Clay Daniel Turpin is facing 22 felony counts of destruction or tampering with government records. The second teacher who was fired, Rachel Jones, is listed as a witness in both Jenkins' and Turpin's cases. In April 2024, Anderson County Schools shared that it was investigating possible issues related to students grades and coursework at Clinton High School. As a result of the investigation, principal Daniel Jenkins and a teacher were placed on a suspension, and Daniel Jenkins later submitted his resignation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Navigate East Tennessee road work: What drivers need to know for this weekend
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Don't let road work stop you from getting on the roads this weekend. 6 News anchor Bo Williams is breaking down what drivers need to know in this week's Upcoming Road Work livestream. Louisville Road between Proffitt Springs Road and Alcoa Highway is closed through Saturday, May 17, as part of a project to install a pedestrian bridge. To learn more about the closures, click here. Fired Clinton High School teacher charged after grade manipulation investigation The Tennessee Department of Transportation has issued its weekly construction report for May 9-14, detailing ongoing and upcoming construction activities. This report includes information about lane closures and road work across 24 East Tennessee counties. TDOT-Weekly-Construction-Report-5-8-25-to-5-14-25Download The Sevierville Police Department also shared a traffic advisory for the Bruce Street Brewfest special event. Bruce Street, between Court Avenue and the Parkway, will be closed to all traffic from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on May 10. The City parking lot and gazebo on Bruce Street will also be closed during this period. Fuzzy green substance found growing at Loudon restaurant SPD also warned drivers about a closure on Court Avenue between East Main Street and the Little Pigeon River. The road will be closed from May 13-16 to all traffic to facilitate the development of blueway river access. In Alcoa, several roads will be closed for the Downtown Dash between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on May 10. The roads impacted include Marconi Boulevard, Springbrook Road, Faraday Street, Associates Boulevard, and Kings Court. Find live traffic conditions: TDOT Smartway Map If you have any specific questions about road work in your area, email bwilliams@ 6 News takes a look at upcoming road work and traffic conditions from the 6 News Alert Desk on Friday afternoons. The stream can be watched live on WATE6+. Stay up to date with the latest road work updates here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
