UC Regional Airport Scam Calls Return
Scam calls involving the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport have picked back up in 2021. Airport Manager Dean Selby said people have used the airport for a scam platform for years. Selby said the airport will never call and ask for money. “These scammers are using anything they can to pull on people’s heart strings when […]
Byrdstown In Talks Of Taking Over Pall Mall Utility District
Byrdstown’s Utility District could be expanding as talks of incorporating the Chanute-Pall Mall Utility District have began. Byrdstown Mayor Sam Gibson said the Fentress County district has had trouble maintaining its lines, which started the discussion. “Being a small utility district, they’ve had a few situations,” Gibson said. “And it’s just became a little bit […]
Overton County Schools Start Director Search Process
The Overton County Board of Education will begin the process of finding a permanent director of schools. That after previous director Dr. Mark Winningham was removed from his position Tuesday. Chairman Jarman Hicks said the process will begin with opening applications. “Usually, what Overton County Schools does is take applications and conduct a director search,” […]
Senator Bailey, Bowling Appointed To Senate Roles
Senator Paul Bailey has been reappointed to his role as Commerce and Labor Committee Chairman for this year’s General Assembly. Lt. Governor Randy McNally said this about his reappointment of Bailey. “Paul Bailey is a business owner and a conservative,” McNally said. “He intimately understands the needs of entrepreneurs and employers as well as workers […]
Many Fears Of COVID Vaccine Not Supported By Evidence
According to the state health department, over 270,000 Tennesseans have been vaccinated, but a fear of vaccines still remains. Upper Cumberland Medical Society Member Dr. James Gray said those worried should not be. Gray said evidence supports that it is safer to be vaccinated then to risk contracting COVID. “I have not seen any reliable […]
Algood Liquor By The Drink Ordinance In Place
Algood’s liquor by the drink ordinance will go into effect after City Council approved the second reading Tuesday night. Alcoholic beverages can be sold in the General Commercial and Central Business District zones of the city. The ordinance was amended after its first reading to allow for alcohol at special events. “That special event permit […]
Renewal Of Celina Solid Waste Contract Put On Hold
Celina will delay a new solid waste contract for landfill use after the board of alderman recommended a review of costs for all options. Mayor Tonya Spears said the new contract with Upper Cumberland Solid Waste is a $45 gate fee including a dump fee of $1.25 per ton. Trash pick up is not included. […]
Fire Inside Outdoor Junction Damages Shooting Range
The Cookeville Fire Department responded with all its companies to a fire inside Outdoor Junction just after 12:30 PM on Tuesday. Captain Shawn Roberson said the call came in after employees noticed smoke in the building. Roberson said two crews went into the shooting range area and got it extinguished after 27 minutes of actively […]
Overton County School Director Removed From Position
Overton County Director of Schools Mark Winningham has been removed from his position. The board of education Tuesday voted in favor 6-4 to transfer Winningham to another job within the system. Chairman Jarman Hicks said a breakdown between Winningham and the board lead to the decision. “During our conversation, Mr. Winningham felt that the relationship […]
Cumberland County Rising Exploring Digital Outreach Options
The Cumberland County Rising Anti-Drug Coalition is looking to expand its virtual programming for local students. Programming Director Holly Kisly said the Cumberland County School system will allow virtual drug education during the Spring. Kisly said now the work begins to see how to effectively use a $1,500 grant to reach kids. “This money that […]
