Jackson Commissioners To Discuss Potential Planning Commission In October
The potential need for better county planning will come before the Jackson County Commissioners this month, including the possible need for a planning commission. The Commission would make sure proper infrastructure is in place before projects move forward. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said the conversation started as people began buying up large acre tracks […]
Dry Weather Impacting Farmers Across Upper Cumberland
October is usually the driest month of the year and we are entering the month coming off a dry September, something that could impact grass and cattle. This is the time of year where grass is sewn but without rain it could dry out and die. The same goes for pastures where cattle graze. Overton […]
Cookeville Steam Engine Refurbishment Soon Will Be Chugging Along
Plans are underway to begin refurbishment work on the Cookeville Steam Engine, located at the Depot Museum. The work will be a combined effort of from volunteers, staffers, and private contractors who will be doing the majority of the painting. Cookeville Director of Leisure Services Rick Woods said bidding is underway. “Well this is a […]
Fentress Schools Use Innovative Grant To Help Middle Schoolers With Careers
Fentress County Schools is putting part of a $2.7 million Innovative Schools grant toward getting middle school students interested in different careers. The program would allow middle school students to pick from classes like cosmetology, nursing, culinary arts, and similar interest-based and career-based courses. Classes have already began in this program, but Fentress County STEM […]
