UC Prepares For Flooding Potential With Weekend Rain
On the heels of last week’s ice storm, the Upper Cumberland faces flooding concerns this weekend. As much as four inches of rain could fall before Monday. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said with the rain being spread out over four days there is potential for isolated flooding. Smith said flooding roadways and residents […]
Jackson Schools Preparing For Summer Program
Jackson County Schools allocated $65,000 for the state-mandated summer school. The School Board discussed preliminary plans for how the system will set up the sessions Thursday night. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said one thing to figure out is how $65,000 will cover six weeks for k-4 students and four weeks for 5-7 students. “I […]
Monterey Aldermen Create Baseline Of Changes For Alcohol Ordinance
The Monterey Board of Alderman has developed a baseline of changes to the city’s alcohol ordinance to allow the establishment of microbreweries. During a Thursday work session with city attorney Brett Knight, four wants were established by the aldermen. Mayor J.J Reels said officials made good progress towards their goal. “Overall, I think it went […]
TN Songwriter’s Week, Jake Hoot On His Inspiration And Process
The state’s music history, talents and venues are being celebrated this week as a part of Tennessee’s Songwriter Week. One of the talents that came from the Upper Cumberland Region is country artist Jake Hoot. The Tennessee Tech alumni lived in Cookeville for 12 years and was the 2019 winner of the The Voice. Hoot […]
Cumberland Co. Playhouse Spring Season Announced
The Cumberland County Playhouse has announced its productions for the upcoming spring season. The performance art theater has four shows prepared. CEO Bryce McDonald said productions kick off April 2nd with Clue On Stage. “We are still operating at a 25 percent capacity, so we are only selling 120 seats for the main stage shows,” […]
HRS Exploring Selling Claude Darwin Apartment Property
The Highlands Residential Services is exploring selling Cookeville’s Claude Darwin apartments property. The Board of Commissioners discussed Thursday the 32 duplexes located between Boatman and Darwin Streets. Executive Director Dow Harris said if sold, residents would likely be transferred to the almost completed Hickory Valley units. “If we were to choose to dispose of Claude […]
