Sky Arnold

Managing Editor, The Tennessee Firefly

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.

Credentials & Expertise

  • B.A., University of Oklahoma

  • ~20 years of journalism across four states

  • Former government reporter at Fox 17 (Nashville) and WBBJ (Jackson)

  • Frequent contributor to NewsBreak, Main Street Media, WOAI and WPDE

  • Expert in education policy, charter school oversight, government transparency, and civic engagement

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Connect with Sky

In his downtime, Sky enjoys concerts, collecting vintage rock T-shirts and records, following soccer, and embracing life as a proud “Uncle, Lover, Fighter, Scooter Rider”

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