Overton BOE Working On Recommendation For New Teacher Pay Scale
The Overton County School Board will continue work on teacher pay scales as members prepare for work sessions addressing the matter. Overton County Education Association President Jennifer Eilender said the district ranks among the lowest salaries in the region. “I would like for us to move Overton County into the realm of something that we […]
Tennessee Tech Honors Student And Alumni Veterans In Ceremony
Tennessee Tech’s Military and Veteran Affairs Department honored student veterans of past and present in a ceremony Thursday. Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs Mary McCaskey said that she is proud to be a part of a university that wants to ensure the success of its students both as veterans and as they transition […]
State Department Of Tourism Workshops Tourism Data With Jackson
The State Department of Tourism met with Jackson County leaders to examine tourism data and discuss how it can be used to better the county’s industry. Mayor Randy Heady said that it used real-life examples, such as the results from the Cumberland River Music Festival, to highlight the benefits of tourism. “That’s really encouraging to […]
Gov. Lee Celebrated Veterans Day At Alvin C. York State Historic Park
Governor Bill Lee said it is important to show gratitude to those who have protected the freedoms of America. The Veterans Day ceremony at Alvin C. York State Historic Park Thursday honored the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and highlighted the life of Fentress native Sergeant Alvin York. Lee said in […]
Tennessee Tech Presents First Outstanding Student Veteran Award
Tennessee Tech announced the recipient of its inaugural Outstanding Student Veteran Award to Staff Sergeant Travis Williams. Military and Veteran Affairs Assistant Director Luke Notman said that the department wanted to recognize Williams for his outstanding commitment to serving Tennessee Tech’s military-affiliated community. “He has strived to be the best help he can give anyone […]
TTU Announces Two-Phased, $45 Million Plan Upgrading Football Facilities
Tennessee Tech has announced plans for a two-phased project investing some $45 million into its football facilities. The first phase being a 40,000 square foot Football Operations Center. Athletic Director Mark Wilson said the project will be the most expansive advancement for Tucker Stadium in over 50 years. “Tennessee Tech football and the vibrant football […]
UC Habitat For Humanity Rock The Block In Livingston
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity looking for volunteers to help beautify a Livingston neighborhood. It’s the Rock the Block in Livingston coming November 20th. Volunteer Manager Oliver Wood said the annual cleanup leaves a lasting impact on local homeowners. “We have about 100 volunteers that come out to help a 30-40 home neighborhood in the […]
One Dead, Multiple Injured In Wednesday I-40 Crash
One person has died as the result of a three-vehicle collision on I-40 Wednesday afternoon. According to preliminary reports from Tennessee Highway Patrol, 53-year-old Brenda Avery of Owensboro, Kentucky died after her vehicle was struck head-on by 74-year-old Dwight Bolf of Miracle, Kentucky. Bolf was traveling eastbound in a 1996 Chevy HM near mile-marker 298 […]
