Author Archives: David Carroll

In my school stories, I have reported on some excellent programs that reward students for good behavior.  In Catoosa County, several schools have adopted “Dude, Be Nice” as a slogan… Read more »

If Hamilton County schools fail to soar in the years to come, it will not be because school board members are divided.  It will not be because they are disengaged. … Read more »

Wow, thirty years have gone by.  Earlier this week, my employer surprised me with a nice salute on the thirtieth anniversary of my employment. You can watch the video below:… Read more »

UPDATE, MARCH 19, 2020: Isn’t it ironic? Like never before, we could all use a good hug right now, yet that’s exactly what we are forbidden to do. It’s what… Read more »

Somehow, I still have most of my original teeth.  There is no reasonable explanation for this.  You’ve heard of the kid in the candy store?  That was me.  I grew… Read more »

Recently I wrote about a pleasant visit I had with a lady at a fast-food restaurant.  Just a few days later, I witnessed another encounter I want to share with… Read more »

While making my weekly Burger King visit (if you haven’t heard, it’s become a Monday “thing” for me), this sweet lady came over to say hello.  Since I seek attention… Read more »

The hits just keep on coming. Ever since I wrote some stories earlier this year about misspelled words, the floodgates have opened. You don’t have to look far on social… Read more »

Recently, there were news reports of a local elected official who appeared to be using her position to influence a police officer during a traffic stop. (She has since apologized.)… Read more »

UPDATE JULY 25, 2017:  The bashing continues.  From a local newspaper editorial:  “Every student here (has) been slighted over and over for more than a decade while the local educational… Read more »