UCHRA Offering Eviction Aid
Tenants and home owners facing eviction as a result of the pandemic can explore assistance through UCHRA. The Community Services Block Grant provides community programs for those financially affected. Community Services Director LaNelle Godsey said over a million dollars in funding is available. “A good thing is that with the COVID-19, CSBG has expanded some […]
Yard Sales: Do You Need a Permit?
If you’re going to have a yard sale, you better check to see if you need a permit. Cookeville’s Director of Codes Jeff Littrell said the city charges a $2 dollar fee for permits. “That’s just to make sure someone’s not trying to run a business out of their home,” Littrell said. “We’ve had that […]
Jackson Clerk Stafford Guilty Of Theft
Jackson County’s former county clerk pled guilty Thursday to two counts of theft over $2,500. The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office found Amanda Stafford stole at least $25,643 between May, 2018 and December, 2019. The office found she used the money collected by the county from residents to pay personal expenses. Stafford resigned earlier this month. “We […]
Warren, Dekalb, Van Buren Over 20% Unemployment
Warren County and Dekalb County posted two of the state’s highest unemployment rates in April according to data issued by the Tennessee Department of Labor. Warren County unemployment reached 24.3 percent in April, an increase of 20 percent from March. More than 4,200 citizens are out of work in Warren. Unemployment in Dekalb County stands […]
Farris Disappointed In Change To COVID Info Sharing
The State Health Department will no longer share COVID-19 patient data with local law enforcement and first responders. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said he does not understand why. “The COVID-19 information was very critical in our efforts to keep the virus out of our county jail and to ensure the safety of our deputies […]
Cookeville Man Faces DUI, Other Charges After I-40 Crash
A 27-year old Cookeville man faces multiple charges after a Thursday morning accident along Interstate 40. Martin Francisco faces charges of driving under the influence and driving on a revoked license. He also violated the open container laws, faces charging of following too closely, and driving without insurance. Francisco was traveling east along I-40 when […]
Crossville Rainfall: 18 Inches Above Normal
If you think it’s been a wet year across the Upper Cumberland, the numbers back you up. The Crossville weather station stands some 18.5 inches above normal in rainfall since the start of 2020. National Weather Service meteorologists reported some 42.2 inches of rain have fallen this year. So far in May, some 7.1 inches […]
Gainesboro Improving Downtown Facades
The Town of Gainesboro has $95,000 dollars to begin improving downtown facades of buildings around the square. Mayor Lloyd Williams said the city is using an application process to plan the project. “We have a committee and people have put in their ideas about what they want to do with the outside of their building,” […]
Tennessee Tech Alum Can Get Career Advice
Tennessee Tech alumni considering a career change during or after the pandemic can participate in a webinar. Crawford Alumni Center Director Brandon Boyd said this is Tech’s first alumni virtual outlet. “I think it’s great the university can offer something to those who might be struggling,” Boyd said. “Of course, not everyone has been affected […]
Fentress Jail Allows Visitation Monday
Fentress County Sheriff Michael Reagon said some precautions will be in place as the jail resumes visitation Monday. Although there will be no restrictions on who may visit inmates, Reagon said visitors will be checked prior to the visiting. “We can let three visit at a time,” Reagon said. “Usually we can let four visit, […]
