Majority Of Power Restored In Overton County
Crews have restored a majority of power to Overton County residents and businesses. Straight line winds knocked out power to thousands of customers Friday night. Overton/Pickett EMA Director Chris Masiongale said Saturday morning that most power was restored between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. The storm downed at least 48 tress across area roadways. Masiongale […]
Two Clarkrange Funeral Homes Damaged By Storms
Two Clarkrange funeral homes suffered major damage after severe weather swept through Fentress County Friday. EMA Director James Bilbrey said Saturday both Mundy Funeral Home and Jennings Funeral Home were both damaged by apparent straight line winds. Volunteer Electric reports over 10 percent of its Fentress County customers are without power Saturday morning with approximately […]
Storm Damage Causes Clay County House Fire
A fire destroyed a garage in Clay County Friday night as severe weather rolled through the area. Clay County EMA Director Natalie Boone reports the fire broke out along Neely Creek Road. The cause of the fire was deemed to be a fallen tree and power lines on the structure. No injuries were reported and […]
TTU President Oldham Appointed To NCAA Board of Directors
Tennessee Tech University President Phil Oldham has been named to the NCAA Board of Directors. Oldham said he looks forward to representing the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) while serving on the board. “The [Division I] Board of Directors is the final authority on all policies and practices within D-I of the NCAA,” Oldham said. “It’s […]
Cookeville Officers, Firefighters Honored For Life-Saving Efforts
Cookeville city officials recognized several police officers and firefighters for their life-saving efforts during Thursday’s Council meeting. Each officer and firefighter was presented a medal for their service to the community. Cookeville Police recognized Officer Chris Melton for saving a suicidal individual threatening to jump off the train overpass on South Willow Avenue. Officer Jacob […]
Prescott South Teacher Named ‘Teacher of the Year’ Finalist
A Prescott South Elementary School teacher has been named a finalists for Tennessee’s Teacher of the Year award. The Department of Education announced Mary Lindsay Spain as the Upper Cumberland finalist in the Middle Tennessee Grand Division. According to a press release, Spain will be one of nine state finalists for the national recognition. Qualifying […]
Monterey Man Arrested On Domestic Assault, Firearm Charges
A Monterey man faces charges after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend Thursday. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office arrested 55-year-old Doug Saylor for domestic assault and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon. Arrest warrants indicate the victim told authorities Saylor had struck her at their residence earlier that morning and threatened to kill her if […]
