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Managing Editor

Sky Arnold

Sky Arnold is the Managing Editor of The Tennessee Firefly, a civic-minded news outlet launched in 2022. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, he brings nearly 20 years of broadcast journalism experience, having reported for television and radio stations in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, and Tennessee, including government coverage for Fox 17 in Nashville and WBBJ in Jackson.

At The Tennessee Firefly, Sky directs editorial strategy, mentors reporters, and oversees coverage of education policy, state government, and public accountability. He is a recognized authority on charter school processes and state budget transparency.

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Articles by Sky Arnold

Local Education

Willful Blindness? Dyer County Admits Rejecting Trimble Academy Without Seeking Expert Guidance

The proposed community-supported school was voted down after a review by individuals with no charter school experience.

Sky Arnold·September 2, 2026·2 min read

State Education

Representative William Slater Recognized for Public School Choice Support

Slater became the second lawmaker to receive a TSS Action Hero Award on Thursday.

Sky Arnold·August 29, 2026·2 min read

State Education

Charter School Students Outperform Peers in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville

New analysis of state testing data found positive news for charter students, especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Sky Arnold·August 26, 2026·2 min read

Local Education

Proposed Rural Charter School Receives Community Backing Ahead of Appeal

The Trimble Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed a resolution in support of Trimble Academy.

Sky Arnold·August 25, 2026·2 min read

State Education

Businesses May be Placing a Higher Value on AI Than Schools

Experts at a recent symposium in Nashville made the case for districts to adopt an organization-wide approach to AI.

Sky Arnold·August 24, 2026·2 min read

State Education

Rutherford County’s Central Magnet Named Nation’s Best High School

The school is one of four Tennessee choice schools to be ranked highly by U.S. News & World Report.

Sky Arnold·August 19, 2026·2 min read

ElectionsState Education

Gubernatorial Candidates Take Differing Views on AI in the Classroom

Jerri Green has "major reservations" about AI use for younger grades, while Senator Marsha Blackburn sees age-appropriate uses that students will benefit from.

Sky Arnold·August 18, 2026·2 min read