Tech Research Tops $20 Million

Despite COVID-19, externally-funded research at Tennessee Tech topped $20 million for the second consecutive school year. “Despite all of the disruptions we faced this year, Tech researchers continued their work, which enabled us to reach this level again,” Tech President Phil Oldham said. “This is a testament to how outside organizations value Tech’s expertise.” A […]
False Positives At Spencer Long-Term Facility

A Spencer long-term facility received 11 false positive COVID tests. Generations Center of Spencer reported Monday six positive COVID cases among residents and seven among staff. Administrator Buffy Gaither said after retesting the 13 cases, systems identified only two staff members were positive. Gaither said the lab reported technical difficulties resulting in the false positives. […]
Resurfacing Resumes On State Route 294

Resurfacing set to resume Thursday on State Route 294 through Overton and Clay County. Motorists should expect lane closures between Oakley Allons Road in Overton County and Willow Grove Road in Clay County. Flaggers will be in place and motorists should use caution. Crews are using microsurfacing to resurface the roadway, according to T-DOT.









