Chattanooga State’s Hickey Named TechForce Foundation Finalist Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - by Betty Proctor, Chattanooga State
Chattanooga State s Aaliyah Hickey is one of 10 finalists for the 2021 FutureTechs Rock awards
Young adults are sometimes unsure what pathway to choose … just ask Aaliyah Hickey who struggled through some tough teenage years and experiences before gaining a laser focus goal for her life. She has overcome the naysayers who said she couldn’t achieve her goals while earning the respect of her peers, instructors and industry members alike.
Aaliyah will graduate in December from Chattanooga State’s Tennessee College of Applied Technology with a diploma in Motorcycle and Marine Technology and several accolades as well.
The 2021-2022 budget includes investments in literacy, mental health, infrastructure and broadband technology across the state. Author: WBIR Staff Updated: 3:28 PM EDT April 29, 2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. Governor Bill Lee announced that the Tennessee budget passed the General Assembly on Thursday. It totals $42.6 billion with investments in literacy, mental health, infrastructure and broadband technology.
The budget comes after officials said $180 million was saved from spending reductions. They also said that the state is starting to return to its pre-pandemic priorities, investing in partnerships with private agencies.
“I’m proud that this budget delivers on some of our top promises to Tennesseans and invests in external organizations meeting the needs of our local communities,” said Gov. Lee.
Tennessee legislators are set to pass a $42.6 billion budget Thursday, one that s heavy on one-time spending and capital projects as a way to put to use surplus revenue.
The House and Senate finance committees on Wednesday reviewed a proposed budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year, which begins in July, and are now scheduled to vote on the floor in each chamber.
Republican legislative leaders tout the budget bill as a conservative spending plan strategically using the state s surplus of cash toward projects that will continue to create jobs in future years, while some Democrats noted the state did not prioritize enough additional recurring funding for aid to schools and struggling families.