š± How new federal loan caps could change UT Martin studentsā plans
Martin, Tennessee Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning to you Martin! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How new federal loan caps could change UT Martin studentsā plans
- How a new Medicare pilot could cut GLPā1 costs in Martin
- Could Martin veterans see bigger VA checks under this new bill?
Also on today's calendar: Informal City Board Meeting and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 49 degrees.
- Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 56.
- Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 69 degrees. š¶ Hot!
š° News we're reading
1. Federal student loan changes set for summer ā what students need to know (wpsdlocal6.com) ā Major federal student loan changes taking effect this July could reshape how UT Martin students and families finance graduate education, especially with the end of the Grad PLUS program and new borrowing caps. A UT Martin financial aid leader urges students in Martin to plan early, understand new limits and payment plans, and meet with advisors before classes resume. 
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2. Medicare Update: Millions Eligible To Save Over $1,000 on GLP-1 Drugs With Major Change (newsweek.com) ā Medicare beneficiaries in Martin could soon pay about $50 a month for popular GLPā1 weightāloss drugs like Wegovy under a new federal pilot program. A University of Tennessee at Martin instructor notes this shift could significantly expand access and potentially reduce obesityārelated disease among seniors, while experts still caution that the longāterm health and cost impacts remain uncertain. Ā Ā Ā
3. VA Benefits: Millions of Disabled Veterans Would See Increased Payments Under Bill (newsweek.com) ā Disabled veterans and surviving families in Martin could see higher VA disability and survivor payments if a new bipartisan Senate bill passes. A University of Tennessee at Martin instructor says its crossāparty backing improves its chances, but warns that competing veteranāfocused proposals could slow progress, leaving the timing and exact size of any increases still unclear. Ā Ā Ā
4. Kentucky Football Recruiting Notebook: On the Road Stacking Official Visits (on3.com subscription) ā Kentucky football recruiters recently traveled to Martin to visit highly ranked cornerback prospect Miles Brown as they intensify efforts for the 2027 class. The piece mainly tracks where Wildcats coaches are heading next, detailing a packed June of official visits in Lexington and how theyāre trying to sway top recruits away from powerhouse programs. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Martin
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Weekly Xtreme Bar Bingo Nights at Bricks & Brews - Union City ā
Bricks and Brews, 204 S 1st St, Union City
6:30 pm
Friday May 15
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Informal City Board Meeting ā
732 N Lindell St, Martin
10:15 pm -
WoodmenLife Family Day KY West - Union City, TN ā
Discovery Park of America, 830 Everett Blvd, Union City
10:00 am -
America 250: The Tennessee Playlist - Union City ā
Discovery Park of America, 830 Everett Blvd, Union City
9:00 am -
Science Adventures for the Classroom ā
Promethean Foundation, 206 E Reelfoot Ave #23, Union City
4:00 pm
Tuesday June 2
Saturday June 6
Monday June 8
Thursday June 11
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County Commission Meeting
Ned R. McWherter Weakley County Library and Museum Weakley County Courthouse, 116 W Main St, Dresden, TN 38225, U
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Learning Through Play ā
Promethean Foundation, 206 E Reelfoot Ave #23, Union City
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Graduation Day! School is in session!
Obion County Union City, TN 38261 -
Jr High FCA
Greenfield School Greenfield, TN 38230
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Adult Education Class ā
Martin Public Library, 410 S Lindell St, Martin
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Scholastic Book Fair ā
Martin Public Library, 410 S Lindell St, Martin
9:00 am
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Monday May 18
Friday May 29
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š¬ Chatter
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- The University of Chattanooga posted a job opening for Executive Assistant for the Office of the Chancellor in Martin. Apply here.
- Bealls, Inc. - Burkes Outlet posted a job opening for bealls Store Associate in Martin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Martin here.
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