County Commissioner Chester Bankston Resigns; Moving To Florida Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Chester Bankston
Chester Bankston, longtime member of the Hamilton County Commission, announced Wednesday that he is moving to Florida and will be resigning his post.
It will be up to the other members of the commission to name his replacement in District 9.
The longtime Ooltewah resident went to Birchwood Community High School and studied at Northeast State Junior College.
He worked for many years as an electrician at the Hamilton County Department of Education and later had his own electrical firm.
A frequent lottery player, he has had a couple of big ticket wins.
While you might have been well aware of the celebrities come from the town - do you know which schools they attended? Plenty of celebrities were educated right on our doorstep and may have even found their love for music or acting behind the school gates. Here are some celebrities who were educated in Warrington: Lymm High School
Tim Curry This actor haunted many of our nightmares after his portrayal of Pennywise the clown in the 90s miniseries, It. However, he is also known for starring in the Rocky Horror Picture Show and The Hunt for Red October. He has even been granted a lifetime achievement award for his contributions to the industry.
SCHOOLS and youth groups across Warrington have been taking part in Children s Mental Health Week. From February 1 to 7, children across the UK are being encouraged to explore how they can express themselves and the creative ways they can share their feelings, thoughts and ideas. According to Place2Be, the children’s mental health charity behind the movement, around three children in every primary school class has a mental health problem, and many more struggle with challenges, from bullying to bereavement. Many schools in the borough have been getting involved with a variety of wellbeing activities, advice and support on offer.
The first Eco Committee at Birchwood Community High School was formed in June 2018. From a student-led recycling programme, to participating in litter picks with primary school children, students have shown great commitment to improving their school and the environment. In September 2020, all the pupils work paid off when they were selected and shortlisted by the Educate Awards North West for the ‘Outstanding Commitment to the Environment’ award. Explaining why the team had been chosen, the Educate Awards said: Birchwood Community High School’s eco-committee is made up of students who care about the environment and want to make the school eco-friendly.