Stories from Tuesday, March 17, 2020

The mandated school shutdown until April 6 is hard on everyone with ACT tests delayed, not seeing all your friends, and not participating in any extracurricular activities, including all spring sporting events. “I think for the school, obviously it takes a hit for our class, pride, and tradition,” Forrest Principal Angie Phifer said. “For not only our athletes, but for any of our extracurricular activities is kind of sad for the kids and disappointing, but hopefully this won’t last long and we can get back to it as quick as possible.”

Suspension of activities should include practices and organized workouts On Monday March 16, Governor Lee released the following statement: As the response to COVID-19 evolves, I urge every school district in Tennessee to close as soon as practically possible, with all schools expected to close by Friday, March 20, 2020 at the latest. ...