Van Buren High Fives And School Supplies Donation Drive Begins
The Van Buren County schools began the High Fives and School Supplies Donation Drive Friday. School Health Director Kelly Lewis said this is an opportunity for citizens, businesses, churches, and community partners to donate money or school supplies for children in need. “I think that more families are struggling financially this year due to some […]
Overton County Election Commission: Prepared For Voters
The Overton County Election Commission feels prepared for the August 6 election. Administrator Craig Story said he encourages residents to take advantage of early voting. “We’ve been preparing for this for quite some time,” Story said. “We had a municipal election back in June so we were able to kinda get a few kinks worked […]
Courthouse Mask Requirements Start Monday
Mask requirements for Tennessee courthouses and court clerk’s offices go into effect starting Monday. Cookeville City Court Clerk Cheryl Chambers said before the mandate, most people were already wearing masks into the building . “We have encouraged people to wear their mask to court the whole time, and they have,” Chambers said. “There have been […]
Wearing A Life Jacket Can Save Your Life
No matter your age, wear a life jacket even if you believe you’re a strong swimmer. That’s the advice from Putnam County Rescue Squad PIO Mike Herrick. He said nine times out of ten drowning accidents, people didn’t wear a life jacket. “People can get caught off guard, they may get injured and lose consciousness […]
UC Expert: New National Suicide Number Important
By 2022, people struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts can dial 9-8-8 for immediate assistance. The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to designate this number to provide faster access to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Upper Cumberland Suicide Prevention Regional Director Michael Anderson said this is a massive win. “Having an easily understandable number that […]
