Clay School Board Dealing With Higher Priced Estimates On Projects
The Clay County School Board will issue bids for several building projects in hopes the initial estimates are wrong. Calling some of the estimates “insane” Thursday night, board members decided to bid the projects in such a way that they could pick and choose which to do. The system trying to decide on how to […]
Brown Family Park in Celina Put On Hold
A potential pocket park in name of the Brown family at the Celina Square has been put on hold. Former resident Mel Brown was to donate a small parcel to create the “Brown Family Park.” Mayor Luke Collins said the future of the project is now unknown with Brown recently passing away. “At this point […]
Overton Schools Exploring Audio Systems To Help With Students’ Hearing
Overton County Schools are testing out devices to help students hear better in the classroom. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said that 30 percent of students have some form of hearing loss that they aren’t even aware of. “A common misconception about this is that this will make the teachers’ voice much louder, but that’s […]
TTU’s New Cupola Finalizes Installation On Derryberry Hall
Tennessee Tech’s brand-new cupola was finally installed on top of Derryberry Hall Thursday morning. Capital Projects and Planning Director Jim Cobb said that the process took longer than expected due to various delays, including the first attempt on Wednesday. He said that high winds made it unsafe for workers to fully install it. “We’ve had […]
Secretary Of State Recruiting Upper Cumberland Poll Workers
Secretary of State Tre Hargett said the need is high for poll workers in the Upper Cumberland region. Hargett has launched a statewide campaign called, “Be an Election Hero. Become a Poll Worker.” Hargett said the goal is to recruit workers to conduct smooth and efficient elections. “These people that do work the polls for […]
Spencer Applying For Funding To Install Automatic Meter Readers
Spencer wants to install automatic readers for water meters in its utility district. Mayor Mickey Robinson said the plan is to apply for a Community Development Block Grant worth up to $630,000 to make the project happen. “If we get awarded this grant, it will be a great thing for this city,” Robinson said. “It […]
