Jackson Will Have Shelters Open For Those Without Power
Jackson County will have shelters open across the county for those who are without power after Sunday’s winter weather. Mayor Randy Heady said that shelters are at Dodson Branch Community Center, New Hope Baptist Church, and Granville Community Center, among others. He said that they also are able to deliver generators to those with immediate […]
Ice Causing Weight Issues On Power Lines Biggest Issue With Winter Weather
Winter weather Sunday night brought numerous power outages to homes across the Upper Cumberland. Cookeville Electric Department Director Carl Haney said that most of the outages are caused by thick heavy snow or ice freezing the lines. “It adheres to the lines and such when it freezes there it causes a lot of weight issues,” […]
Overton Schools Accepting Bids For LA Stadium Project
The Overton County School Board has opened the Livingston Academy stadium project for bids. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said sealed offers will be opened on January 27th for the full board to consider at a later meeting. “I have spoken to a couple of people that have contacted me,” Holman said. “I hope there […]
Dynamics Of Jet Stream Caused Quick Transition From Storms To Snow
Temperatures in the 70s one day- two to six inches of snow the next. Not something seen often but National Weather Service Meteorologist Mark Richards said it can occur. “We had the subtropical jet involved. The polar jet involved, and when that happens after the threat of tornadoes is over and the front goes by, […]
White Co. Marching Band Wins 1st Place At Outback Bowl Parade Competition
The White County High School Warrior Marching Band won first place in the Outback Bowl parade competition. Director Roger Mills said that his students performed in a mile-long parade on the day before the game with five other bands. He said that there were two major highlights from the trip. “The kids just loved the […]
White Commission Will Not Consider Stop Sign Removal At Taft Church
White County will not go forward with the removal of a stop sign at Judge Austin Road. The sign is located at a 3-way stop where Taft Church Road and Jerry Parker Road connect. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said he refereed to T-DOT for advice, which found the matter to be a county issue. […]
Fuel Kerosene Heaters Outside To Prevent Any Accidents
The key to using kerosene heaters is proper maintenance. That’s according to Livingston Fire Chief Rocky Dial. Dial said that users need to make sure the equipment is clean with the wick checked prior to use. “So it doesn’t put off any more vapors and smell than what it should,” Dial said. “Just make sure […]
UCEMC Warning Jackson, Smith Districts Of Possible Outages Lasting Overnight
Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation members in Jackson and Smith Counties without power this evening should prepare for a cold night. CEO Jennifer Brogdon said due to the vast range of outages from snow, crews may not be able to restore all power by tonight. “The challenge has been the widespread nature of the snow, […]
Several Widespread Outages Across UC, Most Roads Passable
Caney Fork Electric Cooperative has widespread outages in four Upper Cumberland counties. While an exact number was not shared, the power company reported several outages throughout each county due to heavy snow and fallen tree limbs. Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation also reporting widespread outages in the Gainesboro and Cookeville areas. Volunteer Energy Cooperative is […]
Bids Opening To Prepare Tennessee Ave Fairgrounds For Construction
Bids will be going out this month to start moving dirt at the new fairgrounds at Tennessee Avenue. Mayor Randy Porter said finding a contractor may be difficult, so the county is getting ahead by sharing information to interested companies. “We’re looking at 160 acres on one-side and 35 on the other side, so if […]
