UCDD Exec Committee Increases Cap For Micro-Loan Program
More micro-loan opportunities through UCDD will be available for those starting a small business. The Executive Committee voted Thursday to increase the cap from $450,000 to $1 million. Lending and Economic Director Megan Choate said the loan committee felt it was time to up the portfolio. “As the economy changes and as new businesses start, […]
UCHRA Gets $4 Million Grant For Day Reporting Centers
UCHRA has received a $4 million grant to staff an initiative to reduce the amount of drug offenders serving time. Executive Director Mark Farley said through the funds, the agency will establish three “day reporting centers” for each judicial district in the region. “The new part for us is we will be hiring clinical staff,” […]
Plenty On Spring Bookstore Plans To Serve As a Community And Literary Hub
A new downtown bookstore on Cookeville’s Spring Street hopes to serve a community and literary hub. Plenty On Spring Co-Owner Lisa Uhrik said that her company Franklin Fixtures makes bookshelves for bookstores across the country. She said that local bookstores have been flourishing recently despite the pandemic, and they wanted to bring something to the […]
TVA Fuel Cost Adjustment Could Increase UCEMC Bills
A Tennessee Valley Authority fuel cost adjustment could have Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation customers seeing an additional $20 on their monthly electric bills as early as this month. UCEMC General Manager Jennifer Brogdon said that the unusual spike is mostly due to geopolitical events causing the increase in gas prices. “Same situation with our […]
TTU College Of Fine Arts Seeking Approval For BS Degree In Studio Arts
Tennessee Tech’s College of Fine Arts hoping to roll out a new Bachelor of Science degree in its studio arts program. Dean Jennifer Shank said that the degree will allow a little more flexibility for those looking for a degree in arts. She said that the current degree offered is a bachelor of fine arts. […]
Special Olympian Gold Medalist Jordan Casey Returns to Sparta
Sparta welcomed special Olympian, and gold medalist, Jordan Casey back home after competing at the most recent games. Casey, a four-time gold medalist and “Team Tennessee” power-lifter returned home Tuesday for photos and autographs at the YMCA. Casey said he’s always had an interest in weight lifting. “It’s always been interesting, and it’s been a […]
Jackson School Board Approves Tri-County Roofing Bid
Jackson County Schools will partner with Macon County Schools to repair the Tri-County TCAT building roof. The Jackson School Board voted Thursday to split the cost. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said the district will pay some $64,000 of the estimated $130,000 price. “It needs to be done if our kids are going to keep… […]
DeKalb Commissioner Malone Explains No Vote To Premium Pay
Bonuses did not go through for DeKalb County employees as two commissioners voted no, and five were absent. DeKalb County Commissioner Bruce Malone was one of two “no” votes for county employee premium pay. Malone said that he has several reasons for his vote, including the decision being made too rashly and with disregard for […]
