TVA And UCEMC Issue Energy Tips Amid Heat Wave
TVA and Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation asking residents to be mindful of energy use during the heat wave. UCEMC CEO and General Manager Jennifer Brogdon said that the ask is not common, but not unusual. She said that when it’s as hot as this, residential and commercial buildings all crank up their AC creating […]
Van Buren Mayor Proposing Employee Raises In New Budget
Van Buren County Mayor Greg Wilson said he will propose employee pay raises in the next fiscal year budget. Wilson said he wants an eight percent raise. “They haven’t had one in about four years, and it’s time” Wilson said. “They get one for cost of living. With inflation going up, it’s time they get […]
TTU Business Dean Sees Interest Rate Increase Leading To Economic Correction
Tennessee Tech Business College Dean Tom Payne said the interest rate increase issued by the Federal Reserve means a tough economy in the near future. Interest was increased three-quarters of a percentage point in an attempt to combat inflation. It is the sharpest height since 1994. Payne said the move will result in interest rates […]
Vehicle Registration Fees Waived Starting July 1st, But Not Completely Free
State fees will be waived for vehicle registration renewals beginning July 1st. The General Assembly approved the statewide initiative as a relief for citizens during the latest session. Putnam County Clerk Wayne Nabors said while most motorists will receive a discount, normal renewals will still have a small cost. “Everybody is still going to be […]
Applications Open For Community Art Grants
Grant applications that funded several murals across the Upper Cumberland last year have reopened. UCDD Tourism Recovery Coordinator Hannah Carroll said non-profits and local government entities can receive up to $3,500. “It is a beautiful way to showcase what the staples and the history of each of these cities and locations,” Carroll said. “We always […]
UCHRA Wants To Establish Transportation Hub In McMinnville
UCHRA is exploring new locations for its Warren County office. Executive Director Mark Farley said three sites are being considered. Farley said the agency has a front-runner based on parking and office space. “They are all inside the city limits of McMinnville,” Farley said. “It makes very good sense. We are trying to build up […]
Baxter Makes Plans For Ditty Road Closure Starting June 20th
Baxter officials met with contractors and Portobello officials to discuss Ditty Road’s planned closure starting Tuesday, June 20th. Mayor John Martin said that the road will be closed as they extend water and sewer to Portobello’s new facility. “We’re going to close Ditty Road to all local traffic,” Martin said. “But we’re going to leave […]
