Putnam Fair Opens Fairest Of The Fair Competition To Jackson Residents
Jackson County residents will now have the opportunity to compete in the Putnam County Fairest of the Fair. Chair Shannon Hayes said that before the fair board’s vote, only Putnam County residents and students were allowed to compete. She said that for several years now, the Fairest of the Fair Board has fielded questions from […]
State “Divisive Concepts” Bill Concerning To Some Tech Faculty
Some Tennessee Tech faculty members calling a state bill about “divisive concepts” in colleges a “big concern” The bill would allow students to sue public colleges and universities if they feel they’ve been unfairly punished for not accepting certain ideas and concepts. History Professor Troy Smith said some “divisive concepts,” such as unconscious bias or […]
Upperman High To Rename Basketball Court After Coach McWilliams
Upperman High School to celebrate the long and successful career of Coach Dana McWilliams by renaming the basketball court in her honor. Athletic Director Ross Fanning said the administration decided it was about time for some well-deserved recognition. “She has 731 wins, three state championships, three state runner-ups, three additional final four seasons,” Fanning said. […]
Clay Executive Introduces Initial Spending Plan For ARP Money
Clay County starting the process on its spending plan on some $1.4 million of American Rescue Plan money. County Executive Dale Reagan created a suggested list that he has shared with the county commission. Reagan said he has included expenditures for emergency services, solid waste and parks. “Just about everything I mentioned there is somethings […]
Sparta Targeting More Sewer Rehab With Grant Application
Sparta wants to continue sewer rehabilitation with this year’s CDBG application. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said Bockman Way has been identified as a high priority area. “We’re hoping to get the sewer camera immediately, and our plans are to start in that area and work our way to the plant from there,” Hennessee said. “We’ll […]
Overton Schools Utilizing VR Headsets For Career Exploration
The Overton County School System implementing virtual reality technology for students to explore career options. CTE Director Teresa Johnson said the idea came from the Upper Cumberland Workforce Development. Johnson said the system partnered with the organization to get five VR headsets. “When a student puts these headsets on, they can perform various tasks including […]
Cookeville Daycare Temp Closed By State Department
A Cookeville Daycare Center temporarily closed this week due to noncompliance with licensing rules. According to the State Department of Human Services, Bright Ideas Enrichment Center had inadequate classroom ratios, supervision and safety issues noted within the facility. A state Child Care licensing team has issued a closure safety plan to the daycare. “The Department […]
Monterey Finance Committee Discusses Raises For Employees
The Monterey Finance Committee proposing employee raises that would add $300,000 to the town’s payroll. Committee members Thursday continued work on its next fiscal year budget. Committee Chair Nathan Walker said the town needs to retain the workers it currently has. “So we are in one of those situations to where we normally just do […]
Peaks of Hope Hosting Livestream Event For Blended Families
Crossville’s Peaks of Hope hosting a livestream event this Saturday on how to handle and evolve your blended family. The seminar is designed for non-traditional families like stepfamily couples, single parents, dating couples with children and all of those who care about blended families. Executive Director Scott Allen said the livestream will be held by […]
“I Heart Tech” Initiative Raises Over $173K For Student Causes
Tennessee Tech’s “I Heart Tech” initiative raised some $173,262 for student-focused causes. The initiative was originally started in 2019. This year, the dean of each college identified one or more areas that could benefit from private support, and causes ranged from scholarships and emergency grants to student travel funds. Gifts ranged from $5 to $29,000 […]
