Proposed Pipeline Expansion To Run Through Upper Cumberland
TVA and the natural gas company Enbridge Gas are planning a 117-mile pipeline expansion that would cut through the Upper Cumberland region. The natural gas line would run through Fentress, Jackson, Overton, and Putnam Counties following along the already-established East Tennessee Natural Gas System. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said the northern tip of the […]
Warren Schools Represented On Governor’s Educator Advisory Council
A Warren County educator will serve on the new educator advisory council for the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation. Eastside Elementary First-Grade Teacher Melisha Simmons said the council will serve as a consulting body to help determine the best resources to meet the needs of students across Tennessee. “As an educator and a mother I know […]
Cookeville Water Quality Control Department Recognized For Efforts
Cookeville’s Water Quality Control Department recently received good news. The Wastewater Treatment Plant was notified by the State of Tennesse Sanitary Survey it scored 100 percent for its water system. Director Ronnie Kelly said that they’re proud of the accomplishment. “Evaluates every aspect of your water system, your water tanks, your water plant, how you […]
State Rep. Williams On Special Session: Finding Balance A Daunting Task
State Representative Ryan Williams said finding a balance in personal responsibility and personal liberty is the goal of this week’s special called session. The General Assembly will debate on legislation related to vaccines, masks and other COVID restrictions starting this week. Williams said it will be a daunting task. “I think what legislature is incoming […]
