UCHRA Looking to Expand Head Start Offerings
The UCHRA wants to expand its head-start program to the entire Upper Cumberland. Executive Director Mark Farley said early head-start programs are a growing need for many communities in the region. “A lot of the school systems have taken on the Pre-K programs. When a lot of the school systems started taking on Pre-K, as […]
Subcontract Plan Approved for Cookeville Police HQ
Cookeville will use a subcontracting method to help construct its new police department headquarters. City Council members approved the proposed method during Thursday’s meeting. American Enterprise Institute President Peter Metts said the process allows the primary contractor – chosen by the city – to accept bids from subcontractors to help keep costs low. “We look […]
Cumberland County Issues State of Emergency
Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster has declared a state of emergency ahead of potentially severe weather. Crossville-Cumberland County EMA reports over two inches of rain has fallen in Crossville alone Saturday, breaking the previous record set in 1962. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for most of the county through Saturday […]
Shelters Open In Clay County Amid Flooding
Clay County has opened two emergency shelters as extensive flooding continues to cause issues in the area. Shelters have opened at Willow Grove Community Center and Cumberland River Hospital. EMA Director Natalie Boone said water levels will continue to rise with more rain and the recent release of the Wolf Creek Dam. Boone urges residents […]
Dam Release Could Cause Flooding In Jackson County
The Army Corps of Engineers has begun releasing water from the Wolf Creek Dam. Jackson County officials have urged residents living near the area to consider relocating or be prepared to evacuate within short notice. Jackson County EMA said the water release may push the Cumberland River into it’s action stage and potentially into flood […]
Damaged Roadways Reported in Cumberland County
Inclement weather and over-saturation have damaged two Cumberland County roadways. Cumberland County EMA reports TDOT crews are working to repair a portion of Highway 70 between the Crab Orchard and Ozone communities. Crews are working on the eastbound lane and have one lane open for traffic at this time. Cumberland County Highway Department workers are […]
