
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.

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission passed an important update on Thursday for how colleges and universities are funded.

McCawley faces school choice supporter Andy Swafford in East Tennessee’s House District 31 primary.

House District 65 challenger Michelle Foreman sides with the TEA on the Education Freedom Scholarship program.

Brett Giannini and Jason Fleming are vying to replace longtime State Representative Debra Moody.

Dennis Beavers is running against the Education Freedom Scholarship program, while Senator Adam Lowe voted to expand it.

Brian Stewart supports giving families more school options, while his opponent, Chris Hughes, has reservations about expanding them.

Blackburn’s internal poll paints a different picture from the one her opponent’s campaign released last week.

Campaign reports show Blackburn continues to outraise the field in this year’s gubernatorial race.

Dyer County School Board members denied the proposed public charter school despite a positive recommendation from experts.

Alexander told Nashville leaders that the state made key progress under a two-party system.

Leaders credit investments in literacy and education for testing improvements.

James Golden announced that he’s taking a position in the Franklin Special District.
