UC Habitat For Humanity’s Cooking On The Square Returns Friday
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is hosting its 27th annual Cooking on the Square event Friday to continue its building efforts for families in need. Habitat for Humanity hopes to raise $125,000 through Friday’s event. Director of Development Ashley Smith said residents can help deserving homeowners begin the process to home ownership. “We are super […]
Morgan Cancels Livingston Holiday Concert; Gatlin With Play
Lorrie Morgan has canceled her Americanaville Livingston concert for the holidays after overbooking her schedule. Larry Gatlin of the Gatlin Brothers will replace Morgan. Americanaville’s Tena Rogers said Morgan booked 15 shows straight. She said she’s disappointed the country star will not be here for the holidays, but she understands the music business. “Instead of […]
Cumberland Prevention Coalition Takes To Schools During Red Ribbon Week
The Cumberland Prevention Coalition rolling out its annual celebration of Red Ribbon Week to schools across Cumberland County. Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide alcohol, tobacco, smoking, and drug prevention awareness campaign. Cumberland Prevention Coalition Program Coordinator Samantha Walker said her organization mainly focuses on preventing first-time use. “Kids at a certain age at some […]
Van Buren School Board Considering Sick Day Sharing Policy
The Van Buren County School Board considering plan to allow faculty to share sick days. The system conducted a survey of faculty to see how they felt about two different donation plans. Director of Schools Jared Copeland said one plan included had a sick day bank where sick days would be approved by a committee. […]
Wingstop Takes Last Commercial Spot At Shoppes At Eagle Point
Wingstop is coming to Cookeville’s Shoppes At Eagle Point. Community Development Director Jon Ward said it is the last spot in the shopping center. Ward said a building permit has been issued, so Wingstop is now free to remodel the space. Ward said businesses contact the city daily about locating here. Finding a space can […]
Dry Weather Makes Outdoor Burning A Risk Across Region
Outdoor burning right now is a risk, to yourself, your property and the community. That according to Overton County Fire Chief Association Chairman Scott Ray. Ray said current weather conditions are especially dry and windy, even for a typically dry month of October. Ray said that with these conditions, it can be especially difficult to […]
Van Buren School Board TISA Goals: Reading, Math Scores And Ready Graduates
The Van Buren Board of Education approved its new statewide accountability report Wednesday night. The report is a part of the TISA formula that requires the board to create a five-year plan for the county’s schools. Director Jared Copeland said the report allows the school board to show how taxpayer dollars are going to student […]
McMinnville Hosting Paint The Town Pink Event To Create Breast Cancer Awareness
The McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce host its “Paint the Town Pink” event Thursday to raise funds and generate breast cancer awareness. Chamber President Melissa Mullins said the event will end with a town photo in front of the fountain. Mullins said it will show support for those who have survived breast cancer as well […]
