TTU’s Baptist Collegiate Ministry Expanding
Over 500 students will be able to gather at TTU’s Baptist Collegiate Ministry in the coming weeks. Campus Minister Ben Maddox said the BCM is waiting on approval to occupy their second building, named the Summit. The parking has also tripled for the BCM, with 60 parking spots now available. While the pandemic has shifted […]
Pickett County’s Amonett House Still Searching For Funding
The Pickett County Historical Society is searching for grant funding to make repairs to the Amonett House. The house was built in the 1830’s and is possibly the oldest free standing home in the county. Pickett County Historical Society Vice President Richard Pierce said the house remains closed to prevent further damage. “The floor in […]
Spencer Accepting Plans For Bike And Pedestrian Trails
The city of Spencer is in the works of creating plans for public bike and pedestrian trails. The city received a state grant for community transport planning in economically distressed communities. Center Hill Rural Planning Coordinator Virginia Alexander said proposal submissions from consultants are due this week. “They are going to be looking at a […]
Possible Criminal Investigation For Missing Putnam Man
The investigation into a missing Monterey man has turned into a possible criminal investigation. Putnam County Sheriffs Department and local citizens have been searching for Arnold Chigger Vaughn Jr since July 31. He was last seen at his home on July 27th. Sheriffs Department officials would not comment on why the department’s work has turned […]
TTU Ranked Among The Top In Value
Tennessee Tech ranked as one of the top colleges in Tennessee based on value. According to “Money’s Best Colleges for Your Money,” TTU ranked first in the lowest estimated cost in Tennessee and second in highest early career salary and average student debt. President Phil Oldham said one of Tech’s characteristics is providing high returns […]
Cooking On The Square Goes Digital for 2020
Upper Cumberland’s Habitat for Humanity 15th annual Cooking on the square will look different this year, renamed “Cooking on the Square: The One Without Gumbo”. Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity Director of Development and Communications Katelyn Steakley said the last week of October the community can visit them virtually to share memories of past Cooking […]
Step Toward Fixing Baxter Drainage System Taken
Baxter took the first step toward fixing a portion of the town’s storm drainage system. The drainage ditch through the town has been an issue for at least five years. Street and Sanitation Director Travis Clark said the worst part is between 3rd and 4th Avenue. “I applied for a community grant through Twin Lakes,” […]
Overton Commissioner Sees Importance of New LA Stadium
Overton County Commissioner Robbie Melton foresees no reason she will not approve plans for the new Livingston Academy Football Stadium. Melton said she sees this as a good investment for Overton County, and a good investment in the county’s kids. “Playing sports is a big incentive for a lot of young people to stay in […]
Clay County 9/11 Remembrance Goes Digital
Clay County has cancelled its 9th annual 9/11 ceremony. Clay County EMA Director Natalie Boone said it was a difficult decision, but the steady increase of positive COVID-19 cases forced the cancellation. Usually people would gather at the square in Celina. However, Boone said this year she asks the people of Clay County to share […]
