State Audit On Jackson Co. Found Eight Findings
A state audit found eight findings against Jackson County with three regarding financial statements within the mayor’s office. The State Comptroller’s report released Monday found a required adjustment to the county’s general fund. Mayor Randy Heady said some $490,000 of receivables were placed in the wrong ledger. “What happened was the receivables were put in, […]
UCHRA Names New Safety And Security Manager For Transportation
UCHRA has named longtime employee Charlie Frasier to the role of Safety and Security Manager for the agency’s transportation department. In this role, Frasier will be the lead point of contact on safety and security concerns for the UC Public Transit. Including, the improvement of preparedness for public transportation in emergencies, and maximizing the staff’s […]
All Crossville City Offices Are Appointment Only
Beginning Tuesday all Crossville city offices will be open to appointment only and the drive-thru window will be open from 7:00 AM until 4:00 PM. All residents are being encouraged to use drive-thru and online services for Crossville. Water payments can be made online at www.crossvillepayments.com or through calling 833-209-4457. Service fees are being waived […]
Korth On COVID: “Plead To Take Notice”
COVID hospitalizations at Cookeville Regional are up more than 30 percent in the last week causing CEO Paul Korth to ask all individuals to take personal responsibility now. “If we don’t decrease the spread of COVID in our region, our medical center may not be able to admit everyone that needs hospitalization if we exceed […]
Algood Waiting for Walmart’s Approval on Easement
Algood is waiting for Walmart to approve the easement needed to build a second entrance into the store on Big Mac Drive. City Administrator Keith Morrison said he feels Walmart is happy with what the city is doing to create an entrance. However, Morrison said Walmart wants the details completely ironed out before approval. “It’s […]
White County Schools Navigating Bus Driver Shortage
White County Schools have lost nine drivers over the last two years and dropped two routes due to staffing issues. This was said during the Thursday night school board meeting’s maintenance and transportation presentation. White County School Director Kurt Dronebarger said it has forced the school system to make some difficult decisions but is proud […]
Jefferson Avenue Widening Remains On Track
The Jefferson Avenue widening project is still in its property acquisition phase, but remains on track for bidding in March 2021. T-DOT Community Relations Officer Jennifer Flynn said a total of 103 parcels are needed along the stretch from Interstate 40 to Highway 111. Flynn said the pandemic has slowed down acquiring properties. However, she […]
Tech Bucks Statewide Trend On Freshmen Enrollment
With incoming college freshmen enrollment down across the state, Tennessee Tech’s slight increase this fall proves to be a rarity. Enrollment Management Vice President Brandon Johnson said multiple factors play a role in recruitment. But, recent facility investments have made a difference. “You are starting to see these thing, these projects complete,” Johnson said. “And, […]
Clay BOE Exploring Virtual Options For 21-22
The Clay County Board of Education is considering using a third party virtual learning provider for the 2021-2022 school year. If approved, students that choose virtual learning will be taught by licensed teachers employed through Edgenuity. Director of Schools Matt Eldridge said he thinks the program is needed as teachers have became overwhelmed with teaching […]
Wolf Creek Fire Station Dependent on Dekalb Fire Volunteers
Dekalb County has set money aside to start funding a fire station in Wolf Creek, but the county needs volunteer firefighters before committing to construction. Fire Chief Donny Green said they’ve started a training program in the area along the Putnam-Dekalb County line. Green said the minimum number of volunteers to staff the station would […]
