Putnam County Roads See An Increase In Accidents Over the Last Few Months
A morning accident on Cookeville’s Highway 111 Monday bottlenecked traffic, something that has increasingly become a part of Putnam County’s morning routine. Sheriff Eddie Farris said the county has seen an increase in accidents over the last several months. Farris said increased population, speeding, construction, and driver distraction are all factors. “The roadways are being really […]
White County Library Expands Teen Services, Digitizes Genealogy Section
The White County Public Library has been moving books and shelves over the last week, as it expands its Teen Services section and transfers most of its Genealogy collection to digital storage. Teen Services Librarian Julie Randolph said around 43,000 titles were rearranged in an effort to increase the space for young people. “We have […]
Tech Enrollment Over 10K; Freshman Class, Transfer Students Increase
Tennessee Tech student enrollment has exceeded 10,000 students for the first time in three years, an increase of some 200 students from last year. Total enrollment stands at some 10,117 approaching the fourth week of the fall semester. The freshman class ranks as the fourth largest in the school’s history with increases in transfer students […]
Cumberland Sheriffs Department Investigation Death Of Two Sunday
The Cumberland County Sheriffs Department investigating the death of two Cumberland County residents Sunday afternoon. 56-year old Tamara Clark and 54-year old Del Clark were found in a residence on Deep Draw Road, in the eastern section of the county. Deputies responded to call of two deceased individuals around 4:20pm Sunday afternoon. There was no […]
“One Water” Theme For Cumberland Soil & Water District Annual Poster Contest
Cumberland County students can show off their artistic skills and their knowledge of how water impacts our everyday lives. The Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District presents its annual poster contest, open to students in K-12. District Office Manager Lynn Carey said this year’s theme is “One Water” “The importance of water, where it […]
Van Buren County Fair Features New Events, Old Favorites
Van Buren County Fair organizers busy getting things ready for this week’s activities, a year-long process to get things ready. Fair Organizer Lesa Bouldin said this year’s theme is “Jam Packed with Fun.” Among the events, the fair welcomes a new event this year, the AG Olympics. Bouldin said the competition is three separate categories. […]
White County High School Issues ID Badges To Help With Campus Safety
White County High School students wearing new badges to start the school year as a way to increase safety. School System Communications Director Candice Allen said this is the first year students have worn the identification, something that has been in the works for sometime. “So with the size of the school’s campus and an […]
Tech Officials Said Extra Applications During September Creates Opportunity, Not Issue
Tennessee Tech has once again joined in a state program waiving college application fees this month, despite concerns about the quality of some of the applications. Officials expressed those concerns during the last Board of Trustees meeting. Vice President for Enrollment and Communication Karen Lykins said some of the applications Tech will receive this month […]
