Putnam Judge Hudson Will Not Run For New Term
Putnam County General Sessions Court Judge John Hudson will not seek reelection for another term. Hudson in a release said the decision comes with mixed emotions but is the right one. Hudson served in the position for 26 years. “Time has taken its toll on virtually every aspect of my life,” Hudson said. “Added to […]
Fentress Chamber To Reactivate Leadership Programs
Leadership Fentress and Youth Leadership Fentress are gearing up for a comeback. Chamber of Commerce Tourism and Membership Director Seth Vaughn said that the courses are personal development programs that connect adults and high school students with industry leaders in the area. “I think that it’s an overall great thing to do to get involved […]
Cumberland Schools Aviation Program Signs First Class Of Future Pilots
Fifteen Cumberland County students began the journey to earn their private pilot licenses Wednesday. The opportunity comes through a $974,000 grant the county school system received earlier this year. City Manager Greg Wood said the aviation program begins after the first of the year. “We know for sure it is the only one in the […]
Tech’s Burnett Fitness And Rec Center Named A 2021 Outstanding Facility
Tennessee Tech’s Marc L. Burnett Fitness and Recreation Center was named one of 2021’s Outstanding Facilities by the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA). Also known as “The Burn” to students, the center was built in 2020. Coordinator of University Recreation and Intramurals Les Fralix said it’s home to every kind of recreation activity imaginable from […]
New Access Road To Putnam Sports Complex Open To Public
The new county road that serves as an entrance to the Putnam County Sports Complex has been completed. Parks and Recreation Director John Ross Albertson said the roadway on North Washington Avenue will be the main access point to new soccer fields. “Next in the process is going to be us, our department, internally installing […]
Clay To Give County Employee Bonuses
Clay County employees will be the recipients of a little something extra this Christmas. Mayor Dale Reagan said that full-time employees will receive $1,000 and part-time employees will receive $500. “Well those are something that we’ve been wanting to do for a little bit,” Reagan said. “And to me, one of our greatest assets is […]
Livingston Aldermen Approve One-Time Bonus For Employees
Livingston city employees who worked during the pandemic will receive a $700 one-time bonus. The Board of Aldermen approved the $56,000 expenditure. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the checks will come out as quickly as possible. “They’ve all had face to face contact with the general public in this pandemic, and so, it’s very deserving,” Hayes […]
Financial Gain Remains Concern Of Local Hunter Following TWF Ruling
Local hunter Mike O’Neal said his concerns remain the same about a proposed TWRA clearcutting proposal. The Tennessee Wildlife Federation ruled that a TWRA plan in White County met the guidelines of the land gift. O’Neal said the Federation has a connection with TWRA, and both groups stand to make a profit from the timber. […]
Overton Christmas Parade Moved To Sunday Due To Weather
Due to inclement weather for Saturday, the Overton County Christmas Parade has been moved to Sunday, December 12th at 2 p.m. Mayor Curtis Hayes said that all participants should be in the parade line no later than 1:30 p.m.
White Co. Sheriff Suspects No Foul Play In Missing Teens Case At This Time
The White County Sheriff’s Department is planning to sweep the area of Calfkiller River where the car of missing teens Erin Foster and Jeremy Bechtel were found. Sheriff Steve Page said that they plan on returning to ensure they’ve gotten any possible remains left. “To be honest, I suspect there to be as much there […]
