State Senator: Move To At-Home Work Needs Discussion
A Tennessee Higher Education Commission survey of its employees found most would like to continue working from home after the pandemic ends. State Senator Paul Bailey said more discussion will be needed before making such long-term decisions. “I’m assuming that we’ll go through each and every department, especially even THEC and look at those state […]
Putnam Schools BOE To Approve Communications Supervisor Position
Putnam County Schools are looking to add the system’s first communications supervisor. The position would facilitate school updates and inquiries from community members. Director of Schools Corby King said being able to provide accurate information quickly has became a necessity for large school systems like Putnam County. “Just getting timely communication,” King said. “Timely messages, […]
Sunday Cutoff Day For Leftovers
Thanksgiving is over and your fridge is full with a weekend’s worth of food, but how long can you safely store it. White County UT Extension Agent Tracey Hackett said to stay away from any food in the fridge past Sunday. “The biggest mistake that is likely to be made with leftovers is simply leaving […]
Byrdstown Sets Date For Spring Fishing Tournament
Byrdstown has set the date for its spring fishing tournament at Sunset Marina for the weekend of March 13th. Mayor Sam Gibson said he planned the annual fishing tournament around the big competitions that Dale Hallow brings in each year. “It has been going on now for quite a few years,” Gibson said. “We look […]
Brown Recluse Spider Poses Dangers In UC
There are two dangerously venomous spiders that will be looking for warm hiding spots in the Upper Cumberland this Winter. Overton County Agriculture Extension Agent Jason Garrett said black widow spiders and brown recluse spiders are the biggest threats. However, Garrett said black widows are likely to be found in a garage or barn, brown […]
Staying Active During The Holiday Season
Thanksgiving has many meanings, but one consistent theme is food, and lots of it. Cookeville Leisure Services Special Programs Coordinator Jen Webb said working off a holiday meal can be as simple as carving out 30 minutes to be active. Webb said Thanksgiving is a great time to indulge and also get into motion, instead […]
