Shining a light on education & government in TennesseeShining a light on education & government in TennesseeLogos, fact sheet, and contact information for journalists and media partners.
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The Tennessee Firefly was launched in 2022 to shine a light on the education and government stories that are often missed by traditional media. Our mission is to strengthen communities through factual, locally-focused journalism that increases public awareness and civic engagement.
Named after Tennessee’s state insect, The Tennessee Firefly illuminates the education and government stories that matter most to Volunteer State communities. We believe every Tennessean has the right to know what their government is doing, how their tax dollars are being spent, and what decisions are shaping their children’s education.
Sky Arnold is the Managing Editor of The Tennessee Firefly. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, he brings nearly two decades of broadcast journalism experience covering education and government across Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, and Tennessee.
Full profile →For the full editorial team, see the About page.
| Full name | The Tennessee Firefly |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2022 |
| Type | Independent digital news publication |
| Coverage area | Education policy and government news across all 95 Tennessee counties |
| Coverage focus | K–12 education, state legislation, school funding, government accountability |
| Business model | Free to read, no paywall, no subscription required |
| Parent organization | Tennesseans for Student Success (TSS), a 501(c)(4) nonprofit |
| Editorial independence | TSS does not review, influence, or approve editorial content |
| Editorial standards | Society of Professional Journalists' Code of Ethics, truth, independence, accountability |
| Headquarters | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Staff size | See About page for current editorial team |
For media inquiries, interview requests, and press credentials, contact us at:
See Contact for the full directory or About Us for our funding transparency statement.
