Tourism Boom Continues for Cumberland
The golf capital of Tennessee cracks the top 20 counties for Tourism in 2019. Cumberland County raked in $130,000,000 in direct tourism spending and generated over 1,000 jobs. Crossville/Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce President Ethan Hadley said he could not put his finger on just one industry that is stimulating tourism. “The industries that have […]
Putnam County Zoning Under Consideration
Talks have begun between the Putnam County Commissioners and the Planning Department to consider implementing zoning codes across the county. The county currently does not have any zoning regulations. Planning Director Kevin Rush said zoning is based on topographical factors, population size, and community needs. “Typically there’s a lot of mixed emotions when it comes […]
Inaugural WCTE Downtown Film Festival Shows Local Talent
The first WCTE Downtown Film Festival in Cookeville will put local filmmakers in the spotlight this weekend. Over 100 local submissions have been made to the inaugural WCTE event. WCTE Film festival Director Laura Holloway said highlighting local talent emphasizes the importance of the stories of the Upper Cumberland. “I think that everyone has a […]
10th Street Development Opens Door to Widening Road
Approval for developing the Old Kentucky Road Shopping Center sets the stage for more improvements on 10th Street. For instance, widening 10th Street from Highway 111 to Fisk Road to minimize the impact on the area. Cookeville City Manager James Mills said the price tag will be steep. “The most difficult part will be the […]
2 More CRMC Death, UC Positivity Rates High
Two more Cookeville Regional patients with COVID-19 died within the last 24 hours, bringing the death toll to 23. A total of 26 patients are currently hospitalized with COVID-19. Nine people are currently in intensive care. Six more patients are awaiting results. Data from the Tennessee Department of Health showed 22 new COVID cases in […]
Jones Appeal On Murder Charges Denied
The Tennessee Court of Appeals denied the appeal of Willie Nathan Jones on second degree murder and attempted second degree murder charges. Jones currently serving 37 years on the charges. In a ruling from Judge Robert L. Holloway, Jr, the court affirmed the judgement of the trial court. The appeals court found the defendant’s claims […]
Pickett Historical Society To Distinguish Historical Buildings
The Pickett County Historical Society will launch a plaque program to recognize historical buildings. The Campbell Cabin will be the first to receive the honor this Saturday. County Historian Richard Pierce said the plaque will distinguish the cabin’s name and year it was built. “Something the historical society is doing is recognizing old buildings,” Pierce […]
