Administrators Ask Fans To Follow COVID Guidelines
Many fans at Thursday night’s Cookeville-Upperman game did not follow posted COVID guidelines, causing concern among school administrators. “We hope in future games, fans will take more personal responsibility for following the TSSAA guidelines so that we can continue to allow them to attend the football games this season,” administrators said in a Friday afternoon […]
Head of Algood Liquor by the Drink Emphasizes Economics
The head of the Algood Liquor by the Drink Committee said she sees economic benefits in her petition. Algood Liquor by the Drink Head Tiffany Anton said now that liquor by the drink is on the November 3rd ballot, the groundwork starts. Anton said she hopes people see an economic driver, not morality issues. “I’m […]
Councilman Wants Social Services Funding for Cookeville Panhandling
Councilman Charles Womack said he feels rushing to criminalize panhandling in Cookeville is premature. Cookeville City Council did not vote on a panhandling ordinance on Thursday night. Womack said he hopes City Manager James Mills will negotiate a way to use social services, instead of law enforcement. “I’m hoping that Mr. Mills is able to […]
UCDD Receiving $400K Grant
The UCDD will receive a $400,000 EDA CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant. Executive Director Mark Farley said a portion of the funds will be used to provide technical assistance to communities across the Upper Cumberland. “A lot of our communities rely heavily on tourism, and we’re going to work on bringing some technical expertise about […]
August Overton COVID Cases Nearly Triple
Overton County had 124 COVID-19 cases August 1. As of August 20 that number has almost tripled to 317. Health Department Director Andy Langford said the county is averaging nine cases a day. “We want to make sure that we continue to keep businesses, schools, and all other organizations as safe as they can, and […]
Walk to Show Faith and Peace in Cookeville
At least seven different communities are expected to meet in Cookeville’s Dogwood Park this Sunday. The event is called Walk for Jesus, and is not organized by one specific church. Stage Manager David Hunter said this event hopes to show peace in the community. “We just simply want to get out and walk in peace […]
Van Buren Car And Bike Show Saturday
Van Buren County Fair Board Saturday will host its second annual, “Cruisin’ the Midway” Car and Bike Show. The show will begin at 9:00 a.m. with 16 different categories being judged. Fair Board President Lesa Bouldin said the board is trying to give the county a fun event after cancelling the fair. “We do not […]
High School Football Begins COVID Style
The high school football season kicks off Friday. York Institute will limit fans for its high schools football games beginning Friday night. Athletic Director Bruce Winningham said about 150 fans will be allowed for each game. When entering, masks, social distancing and temperature checks are required. “TSSAA recommended one third or one fourth,” Winningham said. […]
Former TTU Engineering Dean To Be Laid To Rest
The former dean of the Tennessee Tech School of Engineering will be laid the rest Saturday. Dr. Leighton Esten Sissom passed away at the age of 85. The Coffee County native came to Tennessee Tech to study mechanical engineering where he graduated in 1962. He received his masters and doctoral degree from Georgia Tech. Sissom […]
Fall Creek Falls New Visitors Center Unveiled
Elected officials and Van Buren County residents gathered Friday morning for the ribbon cutting of Fall Creek Falls Visitors Center. The new building accommodates park guest with informational needs, 24/7 bathrooms and a gift shop. Park Ranger Jacob Young said the 4,800 square foot center will serve as a hub for incoming visitors. “Traditionally, finding […]
