Back to School bash set for July 23

July 2, 2025

ASAP of Anderson is holding a Back to School Bash at from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, at Ridgeview’s Tower Field, 240 W. Tyrone Road.

The event will feature a climbing tower, free food, school supplies, entertainment, community resources, a mobile health clinic, prizes and more.

College Briefs

July 2, 2025

McCoy earns Doctor of Ministry

Robert McCoy of Oak Ridge was one of more than 600 students to graduate from Bob Jones University on May 9, 2025. McCoy earned a Doctor of Ministry degree. Bob Jones University is located in Greenville, South Carolina.



Byrd named to dean’s list

Robert Byrd of Oak Ridge was named to the Western Carolina University Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Byrd was among more than 1,600 students to earn the honor. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina.



Laprad, Paul named to Western Carolina Chancellor’s List

Elle Laprad and Olivia Paul, both of Oak Ridge, have been named to the Chancellor’s List at Western Carolina University for the fall 2024 semester. To qualify for the Chancellor’s List, students must earn a GPA of 3.8 or higher. Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, North Carolina.

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