Nashville native Gretchen Walsh made history at the U.S. Olympic Swimming trials by breaking the world record for the fastest women’s 100-meter butterfly. At just 21 years old, she surpassed the previous record by 30 milliseconds with a time of 55.18 seconds in a semi-final heat. This remarkable accomplishment dethrones a Swedish swimmer who previously held the title with a time of 55.48 seconds at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Gretchen Walsh graduated from Harpeth Hall and is currently swimming for the University of Virginia team. While she has already secured her spot on the Olympic team through her world record performance, she still needs to compete again on Sunday night as the trials continue through the following weekend with strong support from her hometown.
In another heartwarming story, a beloved teacher, Ms. McMurray, who is battling brain cancer, is being celebrated by her school for the impact she has made on her students. As a dedicated educator who has touched the lives of many, her students are now supporting her during this difficult time with an outpouring of love and gratitude. This touching tribute showcases the lasting influence that teachers can have on their students and the profound relationships that are formed in the classroom.
