Cumberland Hopeful Work Will Begin On Motorsports And Entertainment Complex Early 2022
Cumberland County is hopeful for an early 2022 groundbreaking on the new motorsports and entertainment complex. County commissioners heard from Flatrock USA, the developers of the 775-acre project this week. Mayor Allen Foster said it will be home to a motorsports track, hotel and lodge, winery, brewery and events center among others. “If they’re able […]
Overton Sheriff: Avoid Posting On Social Media To Protect Home While Away
Overton Sheriff John Garrett said that a little common sense goes a long way when it comes to protecting yourself against burglary. Garrett said that the best practice to prevent theft of Christmas presents in your home is to avoid posting on social media. “A lot of people just put way too much stuff on […]
Volunteer Behavioral Health Receives $900K Grant For School Mental Health Services
Volunteer Behavioral Health was the recipient of a $900,000 state grant to expand mental health services in schools. Senior VP of Operations Sejal West said the expansion will cover new child development specialists for its Behavioral Health Liaison and Project BASIC programs. “And they will work closely with the teachers in the school and with […]
Clay Awaiting State Approval On Plans For Jail Project
Clay County has taken the next step in building a new jail by submitting project plans for state approval. Sheriff Brandon Boone said if the Tennessee Corrections Institute and Fire Marshal’s Office gives the okay, construction could go out for bid in February. “I think it is like 60 days it stays out to bid, […]
TTU Competing For Demo Funding To Tear Down Foster Hall
Tennessee Tech will be competing for a special round of state funding to demolish Foster Hall. Capital Projects Director Jim Cobb said the Tennessee Higher Education Commission has put together a package of buildings statewide that institutions have on its demolition list. “Demolition is treated similar to new construction,” Cobb said. “It’s a different type […]
Lettering On Sparta Gateway Monuments Completed, Project Reaching End
Those driving to Sparta on Highway 111 will notice progress on new welcome signs while entering the city limits. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said even though the lettering is up on the gateway monuments, a few parts of the project remain. “The only thing that we are lacking now are the lights and the concrete […]
Mindfulness Key To Holiday Snacking Without Overindulging
Too much snacking on holiday treats can lead to some unwanted extra pounds. That’s according to Van Buren Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent Paula May. She said that the best way to go about enjoying the various goodies around the holidays is to find a balance. “Just keep moving outside especially if it’s pretty […]
Monterey Depot Historical Society Accepting Members
The Monterey Depot Historical Society is accepting new members to be a part of the preservation history. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said if you are a history or train enthusiasts, then this organization is for you. “First and foremost, the main role is to make sure that we are preserving our local and regional history, […]
