“Under The Sun” Literary Journal Taking Submissions For Writing Contest
The Upper Cumberland’s online literary journal “Under The Sun” is taking submissions for its second Summer Writing Contest. The contest is for pieces of creative non-fiction and can be any type of work from poetry to memoirs. Editor Martha Highers said submissions should be as attention-catching as fiction, but true stories. “When you write creative […]
UC Non-Profits Eligible To Apply For CFMT Grant Funding
Upper Cumberland non-profits are eligible to participate in the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee’s grant program. Community Relations Director Pat Embry said organizations have until August 6th to apply. “It’s an exciting time,” Embry said. “It is one of the key reasons why we’re in business here is to award grants to non-profit organizations that […]
Amber Alert Suspect Found In Monterey Charged With Murder
The amber alert suspect found at the Bethel Inn Hotel in Monterey has been charged with first-degree murder and first-degree kidnapping. 27 year old Tyler Rios from Highland Park, New Jersey is accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend. Rios led members of the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and TBI to a location within Monterey city limits, […]
Planned Sparta Power Outage Happening Late Saturday
A planned city-wide power outage will occur in Sparta starting at midnight on Saturday. According to Utility Manager Belva Bess, residents will be without power for three to four hours. Crews will perform maintenance during that time.
Memorial Honoring Veterans And First Responders Coming To Fairfield Glade
A new memorial honoring veterans and first responders is coming to Fairfield Glade. Crossville Police Chief Mike Williams chairs the Veterans and First Responders Memorial board. He said that the work is still an ongoing process. “Right now we’re in the process of securing the land agreement with the Fairfield Glade Community Club who are […]
HRS Temporarily Closing Most Housing Applications On July 31st
Highlands Residential Services will temporarily close most housing applications starting July 31st due to long waiting lists. Executive Director Dow Harris said only Oak Tree Towers will continue accepting potential residents while applications for public housing, Walnut Village and Willow Heights will pause. “There were 278 persons or families on the public housing waiting list […]
TWRA Officer Says No Excuse For Not Wearing Life Jackets
There is no excuse to go out on Upper Cumberland waterways this weekend without a life jacket on. That is according to TWRA Wildlife Officer Dustin Buttram. Buttram said a fatal mistake people often make is taking life jackets without wearing them, keeping them stored and out of reach. “They’re inside the boat, under straps […]
Algood PD Arrested Suspected Nashville Shooter After Chase
A suspected Nashville shooter was arrested for multiple charges in Algood Friday morning after eluding arrest. Algood Officer John Bonnecarrere came across a white male painting his vehicle with a roller at the Manor Apartments. Bonnecarrere confronted the driver after learning he was wanted for questioning in a Nashville shooting. During the encounter, the suspect […]
All Jackson County Teachers, Staff Getting Raises In School Budget
Jackson County teachers and staff are getting raises after the school system’s budget was approved by board members on Thursday night. Teachers will be getting a $1,200 raise, with staff receiving a 3 percent raise. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said this is the largest raise during her 17 years in the school system. “That’s […]
Baxter City Hall Temporarily Closed After Sewage Backup
Baxter City Hall is closed until Monday due to a sewage backup. Mayor John Martin said work began Thursday night to fix the backup that happened in one of the city hall bathrooms. Martin said the problem has been fixed. He said that city hall will remain closed as the city looks to bring in […]
