County Health Director Hearing More Baby Formula Shipments Coming
Putnam County Health Department Director Lisa Bumbalough said she is hearing that increased shipments of baby formula are on the way. Bumbalough said supply should be there if you check stores daily. “We know there is limited supplies on shelves at different periods of time from one day to the next and that can change […]
State Budget Includes $7 Million Grant Program For Rescue Squads And VFDs
Volunteer Fire Departments and Rescue Squads of the Upper Cumberland have a chance for more state funding next fiscal year. State Senator Paul Bailey said the General Assembly significantly boosted an established grant program. Bailey said the body allocated an extra $4.5 million for volunteer fire departments and $2 million for rescue squads. “A lot […]
Make Sure Safety Equipment Is Up-To-Date Before Boating Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend marks the return of the summer boating season for many in the Upper Cumberland. TWRA Wildlife Sergeant Dustin Buttram said that before you take to the waters, you should have a plan in place to avoid one of the biggest boating dangers: alcohol impairment. “That’s one of the leading causes of accidents, […]
Overton Library Encouraging Summer Reading In 100-Day Challenge
The Millard Oakley Library doing its part to help prevent a decline in student reading skills over summer break. Library Director Judith Cutright said a 100-day reading program has begun that rewards consecutive days of reading. “They just need to read for 20 minutes a day, and we have logs for them to fill out,” […]
Putnam Schools Use Leadership Programs To Prepare For Potential Changes
Changes in leadership at Putnam County Schools have the system wanting to plan ahead. Director of Schools Corby King said that it’s important to have a robust pool of candidates who are eager to fill leadership roles. He said that the system currently has a principal and leadership pipeline through a “learn-to-lead” program. “The principals […]
Jackson Chamber Hosting Small Business Seminar Thursday
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce will partner with the Small Business Development Center to help small businesses learn more about funding opportunities. Tyler Asher is the Small Business Development Center Director. He said that the seminar Thursday morning at 11 will help small businesses more efficiently apply for loans, and explore other lending avenues. “There […]
Monterey Attorney “Optimistic” That Ruling Closes Bee Rock Easement Dispute
Optimism- that a state court ruling this week will bring an end to the years-long dispute over Bee Rock’s entrance. Attorney Danny Rader represents the town of Monterey in the case. According to Rader, the Garden Inn Owners have one last avenue that could be pursued. “They can ask the Supreme Court to take the case,” […]
Cane Creek Trails Closed During Work Hours For Shoreline Stabilization Project
Progress on Cane Creek’s shoreline stabilization project has led to the need for more trail closures. Leisure Services Director Rick Woods said that while in the midst of the project, they decided to do some additional work that would better the trails. “And that is removing some trees that were taken down by storms,” Woods […]
Cumberland One Of 12 Counties Recognized For 2021 Clean Audit
Cumberland County is one of 12 counties in the state to receive a clean audit report for fiscal year 2021. Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury Jason Mumpower called it a “significant accomplishment.” The annual audits for these counties were completed without any findings. Audit findings are used to report on weaknesses, deficiencies, or areas of […]
Monterey Wins Court Victory In Dispute Over Bee Rock Easement
A court victory for the town of Monterey in the ongoing dispute over the entrance to Bee Rock as the State Court of Appeals denied the appeal of the Garden Inn’s owners. Michael and Mirtha Kopec challenged a lower court ruling that said there was a clear easement granted to the natural area and that […]
