DeKalb West School Welcomes New Assistant Principal
DeKalb West School welcomes Seth Willoughby as its new Assistant Principal. Willoughby previously served as a biology teacher at DeKalb County High School for the past seven years. He said for the last year he’s taken part in a program with Tennessee State University for aspiring assistant principals. “The longer that I’ve been in education […]
TWRA Free Hunting Day Returns This Saturday
Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency set to host its annual Free Hunting Day this Saturday. TWRA Outreach and Communications Coordinator Mime Barnes said the day was created to hopefully inspire more people to get interested in the sport. “We also see a lot of parents taking their child for the first time on that day,” Barnes […]
Cookeville Public Works Department Has Two New Garbage Trucks In Service
Cookeville Public Works making good use out of its two new garbage trucks. Director Blake Mayo said the department was very fortunate to be able to get the trucks easily after requesting them in February. Two other city departments have had to go through two contracts to try and obtain new vehicles due to supply […]
Crossville City Council Appoints New Attorney
Randy York appointed as Crossville’s new city attorney Friday. He replaces William Ridley who was elected as Circuit Court Judge in August. The City Council considered five applicants in a special called meeting. York received all five votes after the council narrowed down the selection to three candidates.
Two New Student Clubs Coming To JMS
Jackson County Middle School is getting two new clubs in Junior Beta and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Principal Gary Tinsley said two teachers approached him over the summer wanting to start the student groups. “One of them her daughter had participated in Middle School and High School and that it really helped her with scholarships […]
Noise Ordinance Fails In Fentress County Commission Vote
A motion to create a plan for a noise ordinance in Fentress County failed during voting at the County Commission’s recessed meeting Thursday night. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the discussion was brought up after several recent events at the Catoosa Event Center drew community concerns. With one commissioner absent and a need for a […]
Crossville City Council Votes To Retain City Manager
The Crossville City Council voted 3-2 against the termination of City Manager Greg Wood Friday. Wood’s suspension was also lifted in a separate vote during the same meeting. The council voted 3-2 in favor of Wood resuming work as soon as possible. The matter was discussed in a special called meeting after the results of […]
Cumberland Celebrates Oath Of Office Ceremony For New Officials
Cumberland County is celebrating newly elected officials with an Oath of Office ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Friday afternoon. Officials, their families, and friends will gather at the Cumberland County Courthouse to witness the administration of oaths. Oaths are to be taken by those in county offices, including County Mayor, Sheriff, and County Commissioners.
Algood Planning Commission To Study Regulations On Accessory Buildings
The Algood Planning Commission approved further study into setting restrictions for accessory buildings Thursday night. UCDD Staff Planner Tommy Lee said city officials have received complaints from residents about garages being larger than homes. “We in Algood have location restrictions on accessory structures, but we do not have any requirements with regards to size or […]
Cookeville Regional Board Of Trustees Elects New Leadership
Leadership changes made on Cookeville Regional Medical Center’s Board of Trustees. The Board met Thursday night and voted on new officers and executive committee members. Former Vice-Chair Dr. Ernest Buchanan will now serve as the board’s Chair, with Board Member Cheryl Sandlin acting as his Vice-Chair. Kevin Carter will serve as the board’s Immediate Past […]
