Algood Officials Want To Make Saturday’s Fall Festival An Annual Event
Algood bringing back its Fall Festival this Saturday after it did not happen for the past several years. Parks And Recreation Director Roy Phipps said the city wants to host the event annually moving forward. This year, it will be held at the Algood Ball Park and Historic White Plains House. “Our let Freedom Ring […]
Law Enforcement Increasing Presence To Prevent Halloween Drunk Driving This Weekend
Law enforcement officials expecting an increase in drunk drivers on Halloween weekend. McMinnville Officer Mark Mara said many times people don’t realize how inebriated they are when they leave their locations after drinking. He said not only can this have legal consequences, but sometimes something more serious. “A couple of years ago we actually had […]
Upperman High Providing Additional Resources For Students, Faculty, Staff After Student Death
The Putnam County School System sent additional personnel to Upperman High School Friday as students mourned the loss of Upperman study Olivia Taylor. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office found Taylor’s body Thursday after she was reported missing Wednesday. School Communication Supervisor Hannah Davis said additional counselors were made available. “If they need resources they’ll start […]
Cumberland Co BOE Puts CCHS Auditorium Project Out For Bid
The Cumberland County Board of Education took the next step in building a new auditorium at Cumberland County High School. The board approved putting the project out for bid after a report from Board Member Nicholas Davis Thursday. “There’s been a public meeting held to raise the opportunity to talk through any concerns or questions […]
CHS Carpentry Students Craft Cutting Boards For Good Cause
Cookeville High School carpentry students coming together to put their skills toward a good cause. Teacher Randy Mansell said three students have created cutting boards to be sold at a benefit to raise money for Jamie Phillips, who has been diagnosed with stage IV stomach cancer, and his family. He said “We’re always looking for […]
TTU Leading The Way On Affordable Education And Valuable Degrees
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham said the value of a Tennessee Tech degree is higher than ever. A study conducted by an independent research group this week found that each degree program offered by the university gives students a high return on investment. Oldham said providing an affordable education is something the university strives to […]
Livingston Preparing For Falloween Event This Saturday
One of Livingston’s biggest community events happening this Saturday as a part of the Halloween weekend. It’s the seventh annual Falloween. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said over 4,500 pieces of candy have been purchased to be given out. “This is a completely free event,” Cantrell said. “It’s free to attend, and it’s […]
Felony Charges Filed Against Man Allegedly Responsible For Warren Wildfire
Additional charges have been filed against the man allegedly responsible for the Warren County Wildfire this week. Robert Vincent Halter was initially charged with two misdemeanors for reckless burning and trespassing. Warren County Sheriff Jackie Matheny Jr. said the suspect will now also be prosecuted for felony charges of arson and vandalism. “Of course, we […]
Sparta City Administrator Brad Hennessee Resigns
Sparta City Administrator Brad Hennessee has resigned from his position. Mayor Jerry Lowery said Hennessee emailed a resignation letter Thursday night. Lowery said he accepted the resignation Friday morning. “There’s just been a lot going on, and I was not expecting that email,” Lowery said. “But, it is what it is. We are going to […]
TTU Graduate Named Chief Of TWRA’s Fisheries Division
A Tennessee Tech graduate will head TWRA’s Fisheries Division. Mark Thurman has been named TWRA Fisheries Division Chief. Thurman has served as the Upper Cumberland Fisheries Program Manager for 12 years. Thurman will now be responsible with creating policies and managing fisheries programs across the state. “We are excited to welcome Mark Thurman into this […]
