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A high- light of the event will be a talent competition o ff er- ing cash prizes, with Re- covery Advocate Judge McVeigh serving as one of the judges. The event will be- gin with a Proclamation Reading by Mayor Tim Kelly, who will be in at- tendance to demonstrate the city’s commitment to supporting recovery e ff orts. “Unity on the Bridge” is sponsored by The Launch Pad, Oxford House of TN, and CA- DAS, underscoring the collaborative e ff ort to save lives and promote recovery within the com- munity. For more informa- tion, interested individu- als can visit the “Unity on the Bridge” Facebook page or contact the event organizer, Kelli W., at 423-888-2122. During the Facebook Live event, Dr. Gri ffi th explained that the delays were primarily due to un- resolved issues with the HVAC system and other items on the checklist that must be complet- ed before students can safely move into the new building. He stressed the importance of ensuring that everything is done correctly before making the transition, “I know that everybody’s excited about it,” Dr. Gri ffi th continued, “but we want it done right.” Despite the setbacks, Dr. Gri ffi th expressed optimism about the proj- ect’s completion, citing positive feedback from the community regarding the building’s exterior and interior progress. He highlighted Randy Gil- liam’s dedication to over- seeing the construction, as he is on-site every day, ensuring that issues are promptly addressed. Dr. Gri ffi th reiterated that the school was pre- pared to move students into the new building at the end of May, but the deadline has been repeatedly pushed for various reasons. He ex- pressed hope that the upcoming OAC meeting would provide valuable insights and answers to the remaining issues, po- tentially allowing them to announce a move-in time frame soon. At the time of this publication the informa- tion has not been made available. “Right now there is no timeline, no deadline, no de fi nite date that we’re going to move in, but I can assure you that we want to move in as soon as we can,” Dr. Gri ffi th stated, wrapping his comments, provided the completion of the check- list and complete resolu- tion of issues. School Continued from Page 1 these devices. The proj- ect quickly gained mo- mentum, expanding into neighboring counties due to widespread interest. The GregO2 Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-pro fi t, re- lies entirely on donations to carry out its mission. The MCHS Interact Club remains committed to serving their commu- nity and supporting their peers through various charitable e ff orts. Donates Continued from Page 1 Back to school energy saving tips for parents F rom digital backpacks to new smartphones, back-to-school equipment uses more energy than it used to. In fact, heading back to school has kids using a lot more energy overall — their own and the energy powering all their school-related activities. Most kids use comput- ers at home to write papers and complete school assignments. Shorter days mean more lights go on in the evening to do homework. The daily drive to and from school can be a burden on the environ- ment and your wallet. Follow these tips to conserve more energy — and even save a few dollars along the way — as your kids head back to school: • Teach your children how to put the computer into sleep mode when they are fi nished using it, even if they plan on returning later. Electronics in sleep mode use about 80% less electricity than when operating at full power. • In the market for new com- puter equipment this year? Com- puters with an Energy Star rating use 70% less electricity overall while monitors bearing the label draw 90% less. • Desk lamps and other concen- trated task lighting create a pro- ductive work environment without wasting excess light. Replace halo- gen or incandescent desk lamps with compact fl uorescent bulbs, which now fi t a variety of fi xtures. They produce less heat while using 90% less electricity. • Bicycling or walking to school two days a week can save gas and give kids much-needed exercise now that summer days of play are over. If the commute is too far, or- ganize a carpool with parents in your neighborhood to earn your- self a couple of mornings o ff . • Reduce waste by taking a thorough inventory of school sup- plies before heading to the store. Supplies often come in bulk pack- ages that can’t be used in just one school year. • Buy reusable sandwich bags and use lunchboxes instead of brown bags to save money and re- duce everyday packaging waste. As we gear up for another school year, it’s important to rec- ognize the increasing energy de- mands of modern education and fi nd ways to mitigate them. At Se- quachee Valley Electric Coopera- tive, we are committed to empow- ering our community with practi- cal solutions to conserve energy, save money, and promote sustain- ability. By following these simple tips, we can all contribute to a more energy-e ffi cient and envi- ronmentally friendly future. Let’s work together to make this school year not just successful, but also sustainable for our children and our community! Visit svalleyec. com for more information. O n Wednesday, August 21, the South Pittsburg Ro- tary Club hosted the Marion County Children’s Fund during their weekly meeting. The Ro- tary Club donated $1,000 to the Children’s Fund, proceeds from their Rotary National Corn- bread Festival Pancake Break- fast, to support the organiza- tion’s e ff orts this year. The Marion County Chil- dren’s Fund has been assisting children and families through- out Marion County for over 27 years. They collaborate with local schools and foster care agencies to provide essentials like clothing and toiletries, as well as scholarships for eligible graduating seniors. The support from the South Pittsburg Ro- tary Club is greatly appreciated as it helps the Children’s Fund continue to achieve its mission. SPRC donates $1,000 to Marion County Children’s Fund