UCHRA Considering Dropping Hot Meals, Adjusting Nutrition Program
The Upper Cumberland Human Resources Agency (UCHRA) could move away from providing hot meals through its nutrition program. Executive Director Mark Farley said the situation isn’t ideal but would help save the program financially. “This has been an ongoing issue dealing with the nutrition program here in the Upper Cumberland region. We’ve really been losing […]
Judge David Patterson To Retire In June
Criminal Court Judge David Patterson announced his retirement Thursday morning. Patterson said his 13-year career on the bench will officially come to an end June 30th. “I sent a letter to the Governor yesterday to let him know that I’m looking forward to retiring at the end of June,” Patterson said. “I am very happy to […]
Quick Fire Response Saves Dodson Branch Home
A quick response by firefighters prevented a Jackson County home from catching fire Wednesday night. Dodson Branch firemen responded to Mabry School Road for an outbuilding that caught fire near a single wide trailer. Crews arrived within minutes to find a small shed engulfed in flames nearly touching the corner of the home. Jackson County […]
State Human Services, Authorities Partner To Investigate SNAP Fraud
The Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS) partners with state law enforcement agencies to help investigate SNAP fraud. Press Secretary Sky Arnold said the department has agreements in place with three Upper Cumberland law enforcement agencies to assist in fraud investigations when needed. “Essentially, these agreements allow us to provide actual EBT cards to use […]
UCRA Seeking Continued Growth, Expanded Services
The Upper Cumberland Regional Airport looks to continue its growth as it sees more traffic and new businesses. Airport Manager Dean Selby said the airport has seen a progressive increase in use over the last several months. “That’s kind of a two-way street. It’s partly us bringing business in, partly the area growing and bringing […]
