Local education news

Child and Adult Care Food Program eligibility guidelines revised

FRANKFORT, KY) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has set the income eligibility guidelines for students and adults to participate in free, reduced-price meal programs through the Child …
Kentucky Department of Education
Tuesday, September 22

Holly Bloodworth named vice chair of Kentucky Board of Education

Holly Bloodworth, senior instructor in early childhood and elementary education in the College of Education and Human Services at Murray State University, has been named vice chair of …
Murray State University
Monday, September 21

Records show Murray State HR leader resigned after refusing to deliver leave notice

Murray State University’s acting director of Human Resources submitted her resignation earlier this month after refusing to deliver a letter placing the university’s procurement director on paid …
Monday, August 17

Three MSU administrators out amid continued leadership turnover

Three Murray State University administrators are out of their positions after two terminations and a resignation over a three-day span this week. Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services Laura Foltz …
Friday, August 7
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What families should know as local students head back to school

Crayons, pencils, paper and glue filling store aisles are a sure sign that a new school year is near. As Murray and Calloway …
By Kacie Lawrence/The Murray Sentinel
Saturday, August 1

Oster named East Calloway Elementary principal

Lourdes Oster (Photo provided)

Calloway County Schools has announced that Lourdes Oster will be hired as the next principal of East Calloway Elementary School. Oster will take over at East on July 1st for Monica Williams, who will …

Calloway County School District
Friday, June 19

Patterson signed Learfield deal after procurement officials rejected sole-source rationale

MURRAY – Murray State University’s 10-year multimedia rights partnership with Learfield Communications was publicly hailed as a transformational deal for Racer athletics when it was announced in …

Sunday, May 24

Murray State athletics contracts raise questions about compensation priorities

MURRAY – Murray State University administrators told employees at a recent budget town hall that compensation remains a priority in the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, which includes a 2% …
Sunday, May 10

Ceremony marks investiture of Murray State President Ron Patterson

MURRAY – With the sounds of student music, the presence of state and local leaders and the traditions of academic ceremony on full display, Murray State University formally welcomed Dr. Ron …
Jessica Paine
Wednesday, April 15

Lynsey Smith selected to lead Southwest Calloway Elementary

MURRAY - Calloway County Schools has announced that Lynsey Smith will be hired as the next principal of Southwest Calloway Elementary School. Smith will take over at Southwest this summer for Melinda …
Calloway County School District
Thursday, April 2

Philanthropy Week returns to Murray April 6-10

MURRAY – The 6th Annual Philanthropy Week will return to Murray April 6-10 with a lineup of public events highlighting the people and organizations working every day to strengthen local communities …
Press Releases
Thursday, April 2

Former Murray State provost Tim Todd tapped as interim dean at UT Martin

Martin, Tenn. - Dr. Timothy S. Todd has been named interim dean of the University of Tennessee at Martin College of Business and Global Affairs. The longtime Murray State University academic leader …
Press Releases
Wednesday, March 4

On the fly: Murray State biology professor discovers new species

MURRAY – Dr. Oliver Beckers, Murray State University principal investigator and associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, has made quite the discovery: a new species of fly. The …
Press Releases
Wednesday, March 4

Murray Shakespeare Festival to feature four free performances in March

MURRAY – The 26th annual Murray Shakespeare Festival returns to the beautifully renovated Lovett Auditorium on the campus of Murray State University in March 2026, where Tennessee Shakespeare …
Press Releases
Thursday, February 19

Calloway school board approves $3.96M bond for roof, facility projects

MURRAY – Calloway County Board of Education held their regular monthly meeting at the district’s central office on Feb. 12. The board began the meeting by approving numerous invoices and …
Press Releases
Tuesday, February 17
Education & Careers

Data without context: Why enterprise contract data is failing AI

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Enterprises are rapidly adopting AI agents for contract management. But when contract data lacks context, the answers AI produces can be difficult to trust.Contract data is …
4 days ago

From 3,000 students to about 90: Inside the decades-long failure to fix or close NYC’s smallest high school

Chalkbeat reports Murry Bergtraum High School, NYC’s smallest high school, dwindles with low enrollment and offerings while rivals thrive nearby.
Michael Elsen-Rooney for Chalkbeat
9 hours ago

The new meaning of staying put as job tenures rebound

Successories reports that job hopping's financial benefits have diminished since the Great Resignation, with longer tenures improving workplace loyalty and stability.
Vincent Nero for Successories
4 days ago

More early childhood programs are providing free housing to teaching staff

The 74 reports that Friends Center in New Haven provides free housing to early childhood educators, addressing high living costs and supporting staff stability.
Emily Tate Sullivan for The 74
4 days ago

The AI career premium: How AI skills are accelerating career paths

AlphaSense reports that AI skills are vital for career advancement, with demand outpacing supply and those with AI credentials earning more and promoted faster.
Nilka Thomas for AlphaSense
Friday, September 25

Where Curiosity Builds Trade Skills: 5 Ways to Help Kids Discover the Skilled Trades

(Feature Impact) Parents, educators and mentors can encourage young people to broaden their horizons as they plan their futures and build awareness around careers in the skilled trades with these tips.

4 days ago

Investing in Education: 5 Ways to Prepare Students for the Jobs of Tomorrow

(Feature Impact) A diploma is still an important milestone, but what matters more than the piece of paper is whether graduates have the knowledge, skills and confidence to take meaningful next steps in pursuing further education or building careers. Students, families, educators, employers and policymakers all have a role to play in cultivating these opportunities.

4 days ago

Bridging the Gap Between Military Experience and Civilian Careers: 5 Tips for Veterans

(Feature Impact) Every year, approximately 200,000 service men and women transition from military life to corporate America. Finding the right civilian career is a transition, but it's an opportunity to leverage military leadership and mission-driven talent.

Sunday, September 13
Schools and education information

Embrace the bots: Today’s students are the first-generation AI workforce

(BPT) - Why the incoming college class must trade control for oversight to thrive in the age of AI.By Arvind Nithrakashyap, CTO and Co-Founder, RubrikAs you step onto campus this fall, the prevailing …

Wednesday, September 23

What today's PR and MarCom pros need to know about SEO and GEO

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Today's PR and MarCom strategies go beyond Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to also focus on Generative Engine Optimization (GEO).GEO no longer aims for ranking and clicks, but …

Tuesday, September 22

How one company sees AI expand opportunity for American workers

(BPT) - During this time of major technological upheaval and uncertainty, many have concerns about what the AI evolution means for the U.S. job market. For leading AI Builder and technology services …

Tuesday, September 15

Every Child Deserves a Great Education

Every Child Deserves a Great Education
(NewsUSA) - A parent should never be afraid to walk into their child’s school. Yet nearly one in five Hispanic parents say they have skipped or avoided a school event in the past year because of …
NewsUSA
Monday, September 21
Education News
How to explain being a futures trader to your friends and family
NinjaTrader reports that futures trading involves agreements to buy or sell assets at set prices later, focusing on price movement, risk management, and speculation.
Anthony Crudele for NinjaTrader
Friday, September 25
Performance management has a compensation problem
Decusoft reports that performance management struggles with transitioning ratings to compensation decisions, affecting trust, budget accuracy, and credibility.
Dan Roche for Decusoft
Thursday, September 24
The end of homework? Teachers grapple with cheating in the age of AI
The 74 reports that teachers nationwide are reassessing or abandoning homework as AI tools like ChatGPT lead students to outsource assignments, hindering learning.
Greg Toppo for The 74
Tuesday, September 22
States urge schools to use AI, but leave teachers on their own to stop cheating
Chalkbeat reports that while states promote AI use in schools, teachers are left to combat rampant AI cheating without adequate support or resources.
Lily Altavena for Chalkbeat
Tuesday, September 22
Reimagining work in the age of AI: From roles to skills
BDO reports that AI is reshaping work dynamics, urging leaders to rethink job structures and prioritize skills development for better outcomes.
Beth Hoang for BDO
Monday, September 21

Where dedication pays: Jobs with the biggest earning upside

SmartAsset reports that some U.S. jobs offer significant earning potential for top performers, with top earners in various fields making over double median salaries.

Toby Nelson for SmartAsset
Monday, September 21

Don't Let Scammers Ruin Your School Year: Tips to Help Stay Safe

(BPT) - As students head back to school and take on new financial responsibilities, they can also become targets for scammers. Whether they're opening bank accounts, signing leases, or searching for …

Monday, September 14

US moves up in PISA test score rankings because other countries are doing worse

Chalkbeat reports the U.S. improved its PISA ranking mainly as other countries' scores declined. 

Matt Barnum for Chalkbeat
Friday, September 18
Small business & Entrepreneurship
What tracked chief revenue officer moves tell us about the last 13 months
ZoomInfo reports significant volatility in chief revenue officer roles, with 47% of hires coming from external sources, reflecting a trend of rapid turnover and poaching.
Dennis Sevilla for ZoomInfo
Yesterday at 12:30 PM
501 small business owners’ biggest regret
ERGO NEXT reports that 50% of small business owners regret not understanding their insurance needs in their first year.
Mary Beth Eastman for ERGO NEXT
Yesterday at 11:05 AM
October is the stock market's most volatile month. Here's what 95 years of data shows
Plus500 reports October is the most volatile month for the stock market, historically showing an average positive return, despite significant past crashes.
Matthew Adams for Plus500
Yesterday at 11:05 AM
Political discussions at work: What should your workplace policy cover?
Rocket Lawyer reports on managing political discussions at work, urging employers to set clear conduct policies that don't suppress viewpoints but address disruptions and potential harassment.
Shannah Pittman for Rocket Lawyer
Yesterday at 10:00 AM
Best banks for customer service in 2026, according to real customers
Finder reports that customer service and onboarding are key in choosing a bank, while J.D. Power's 2026 survey highlights Chase and Capital One as top banks.
Bethany Hickey for Finder
Yesterday at 8:30 AM

(BPT) - Key takeaways:In today's economic climate, customers need financing options to help them shop at small businesses.Small business owners can offer a variety of financing options to help boost …
Thursday, July 9