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Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Pocahontas
Black River Technical College Graduates 11 Registered Nurses
Black River Technical College graduated 11 registered nurses at its Spring 2026 pinning ceremony on May 12. Faculty recognized graduates for academic achievement and clinical excellence.
BRTC Graduates 500+ Students in Spring Ceremony
Black River Technical College awarded more than 700 credentials to over 500 students at its spring commencement May 14, including 80 high school students who earned college degrees before graduating.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
24 BRTC Phlebotomy Students Earn Certification
Twenty-four students from Black River Technical College passed their Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam, qualifying them to work in hospitals, clinics, and blood donation centers.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Math Instructor Daphne Perkins Retires From BRTC After 22 Years
Daphne Perkins, a math instructor at Black River Technical College for 22 years, has retired. BRTC honored her service at an end-of-year faculty celebration.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Tonya Hankins Retires as BRTC Nursing Director After 17 Years
Tonya Hankins stepped down as Director of Nursing at Black River Technical College after 17 years leading the program through major changes and crises.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
BRTC Seeks Adjunct Instructor for PC Repair Courses
Black River Technical College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach PC Repair I and II courses at its Pocahontas campus this fall. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in IT or CompTIA A+ certification with three years' experience.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Report projects 1.25 million young people out of work or school by 2031
A major report predicts the number of young people aged 16 to 24 who are unemployed, not in school, and not in training will reach 1.25 million by 2031, marking a shift that analysts say will narrow economic prospects for a generation.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Online Harassment Affects Majority of Teens Outside School
A recent study revealed that nearly two-thirds of adolescents who experience harassment do so online, independent of school-based bullying. This finding suggests a growing prevalence of cyberbullying extending beyond traditional schoolyard conflicts. The study highlights the need for focused strategies to address online aggression among teenagers.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Discussions Underway for New Blue-Blood College Basketball Event in 2027
An eight-team college basketball event, potentially named the 'Diamond Cup,' is in preliminary discussions for 2027. Kentucky, North Carolina, Kansas, Michigan, and UConn are reportedly engaged in the planning stages. Event organizers aim to create a marquee tournament featuring prominent programs.
Thursday, June 11, 2026