Cookeville Planning Commission Approves Subdivision Extensions
The Cookeville Planning Commission approved six month extensions for two preliminary subdivision plats during Monday’s monthly meeting. The proposed West Towne Village off Broadway Avenue is made up of 50, single family lots. Scenic Bluffs off South Jefferson Avenue and Interstate Drive is a plat of eight lots. According to Planning Director Jon Ward, this […]
CDC Change Could Cut Quarantines In White Co. Schools
The CDC has relaxed social distancing guidelines inside schools from six feet to three feet. White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said this news is an exciting step in the right direction. Dronebarger said this will cut down on education gaps caused by quarantines. “What this will do for our schools is just limit […]
Clay County Hoops Championship Still Feels Surreal
The moment is still surreal for Clay County High School after winning its first state championship in boy’s basketball. Head Coach Rob Edwards said the team savored the victory before returning to hundreds of waiting fans. Prinicipal Teia Arms said the boy’s team will meet with elementary school kids to share the life lessons of […]
COVID Vaccines Available In Many UC Counties
Counties in the Upper Cumberland are seeing more availability to COVID vaccines as efforts continue. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said the County Health Department has appointments ready to be filled. “I want anyone who wants to be vaccinated to have the opportunity to get vaccinated,” Heady said. “One of the things that I saw […]
Food City Breaks Ground On New Cookeville Store
Cookeville’s newest supermarket, Food City, took the first step of construction Monday. The ground breaking was held where the store will stand at the intersection of East 10th Street and Old Kentucky Road. President and CEO Steve Smith said he is excited to be a part of the growth of Cookeville. “We’re proud to be […]
LA Marching Band Needs Equipment Repairs, Uniform Funding
The Livingston Academy “Spirit of the Wildcats” Marching Band is still in dire need of funding. Band Booster President Jenny Story said they tried to hold a fundraiser in December but had to cancel due to COVID. Story said the band needs $8,000-$9,000 for instrument repairs alone, and additional money to counter uniform costs. “A […]
Fentress Taking Bids For Ag Pavilion Building Specs
Fentress County has sent out the building specifications for bids on the future 4-H Agriculture Pavilion. The building will be located on Highway 127 near East Fork Stables. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the plan is to offer 4-H education classes and competitions. “We are one of the top five in the state in background […]
Overton Schools Lighting Ownership Being Explored
The Overton County School System is working with UCEMC for consistent ownership of exterior school lighting. Ownership of Livingston Academy’s parking lot lighting is split between the school and UCEMC. Chairman Jarman Hicks said this has created some inconsistencies when it comes to maintenance. “Anytime the school system has issues with the lighting Upper Cumberland […]
$1 Million Investment Into UCDD Micro-Lending From Outside Group
An outside investment group interested in putting $1 million into UCDD’s Micro-Lending Program. UCDD Executive Director Mark Farley said the investment group had been working with Upper Cumberland banks through a federal program. Farley said that now the group is interested in helping UCDD spur business growth. “One of the reasons why they approached us […]
Sparta Green Market Asks City For Clarification On Food Trucks
The Sparta Green Market is asking Sparta officials for clarification on its established food truck ordinance. The monthly farmer’s market attracts customers from across the state, but options for food for vendors is limited. Manager Amanda Dunsmore said the ordinance’s special event exemption should allow her to invite food trucks without city involvement. “I’m actually […]
