Crossville Community Supports New Rec. Center
Results are in for an online survey highlighting local input on Crossville’s proposed indoor recreation center. Leisure Services Director Ethan Medley said the survey showed an overwhelming amount of support for the project. “My biggest take away was I was very excited there was so much positive backing for it,” Medley said. “I think this […]
Cookevile Councilman Wants Both Sides of Panhandling Heard
A public hearing for Cookeville’s proposed panhandling ordinance will take place this Thursday. Cookeville City Councilman Charles Womack said his concern is not with the panhandling ordinance as it exists. City Councilmember Charles Womack said a lack of public comment was the reason for voting no during the first reading of the ordinance. “I think […]
Rock Island’s Cotton Mill In Need Of Repairs
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and Warren County are partnering to preserve Rock Island’s Great Falls Cotton Mill. Rock Island Park Manager Damon Graham said the national registered mill is in danger of collapsing if nothing is done. “It is a very significant sight as far as history and cultural resource in the […]
Dollar General Gives $10,000 To Each Baxter School
Literacy, libraries and the love of reading gets a boost in Baxter, thanks to Dollar General. Putnam County Schools Curriculum Supervisor Dr. Sharon Anderson said this $40,000 donation was a surprise up until Dollar General arrived in person. Originally, all the system knew was that books and school supplies would be donated when the system […]
Cumberland Co. Playhouse $1 Million Revenue Hit
Cumberland County Playhouse CEO Bryce McDonald said the organization has lost over one million dollars in revenue this year. McDonald said losing the spring and summer play season due to the pandemic was a critical financial hit. “The impact is still huge, and it is not over,” McDonald said. “Not until we are fully able […]
