PCSS Seeing Fewer Student Teachers With Fewer Going Into Education
Putnam County School System is seeing fewer student teachers come through the program than previously. Middle School Instructional Supervisor Dr. Sharon Griggs said that she attributes that to fewer people going into the education field. She said that those who do go into Putnam Schools typically come from Tennessee Tech. “We have some great student […]
New Non-Profit Auxilium Auto To Be Based In Van Buren
A new non-profit coming to Van Buren County that provides financial assistance and vehicle repairs for livelihoods depending on transportation. Auxilium Auto of Tennessee purchased the Van Buren BDS property to establish a main office. Founder Jason Hees said he started the organization to combine his two passions: cars and non-profit work. “Last year I […]
Overton Health And Rehab Implements New Pay Schedule For Nurses
Overton County Health and Rehab has increased base pay for its nursing department. Public Relations Director Scott Stevens said the facility’s board passed the raises to help in recruiting efforts. “It is challenging, and we’re not unique at Overton County Health and Rehab,” Stevens said. “I think all of our rehabs and hospitals are in […]
New UC Tourism TV Series To Air On WCTE This Spring
A new television series highlighting tourism and local businesses in the Upper Cumberland is set to air this spring. UCDD Deputy Director Tommy Lee said all 14 counties will be represented. “We’re working on production right now,” Lee said. “What we’re going to do is get some ideas for some shows, and then we will […]
Putnam Election Commission Seeking New Location For Poplar Grove Precinct
Putnam County Election Commission working on finding a new location for the Poplar Grove Precinct. The precinct currently operates out of the Poplar Grove Community Center. Commission Chair Phil Adams said that as the precinct has outgrown the community center, they would like to look at the Poplar Grove Baptist Church as a potential new […]
