Tennessee Mini Pullers Plan New Events For 2024
The Tennessee Mini Pullers will be holding several garden tractor pulls starting in 2024. One pull already scheduled is April 12 and 13 in Livingston at the Overton County Fairgrounds. That event will be a charity event for Shriners Children’s Hospital. The event is close to Tennessee Mini Pullers owner Dale Hargis’ heart. His son […]
Livingston Municipal Airport Beginning Process To Modernize Terminal
The Livingston Airport set to begin modernizing its terminal, thanks to grant money already received and new prospects. Livingston Airport Board Chair Jason Duke said they will begin the terminal remodel, but are seeking an additional grant to help fund the $32,000 project. He said the Airport Terminal Program grant is highly competitive. “We have […]
Upperman And York Institute Each One Win Away From State Title Game
York Institute and Upperman High School will both play in state football semifinal matchups Friday. York will host East Robertson for a crack at the 2-A state title. York Institute principal Abbi Dunford said the team has the school staff, student body, and the entire Jamestown community behind them. “These boys and the coaches have […]
New School Safety Law Requires Schools To Monitor Doors At Events
As basketball season begins at Upper Cumberland schools, a new state law enforces strict guidelines on school-sponsored events held on school grounds after hours. The law said an employee has to be present at whatever entrance is made available to guests in order to limit door access. The law also specifies that all other doors […]
McMinnville Black History Museum Looking For Volunteers
McMinnville’s Black History Museum is currently looking for volunteers to help in the facility’s growth. Founder and Curator Wayne Wolford Sr. said the extra help is needed as the museum has continued to grow fast. Wolford said the large amounts of detailed work needed to keep a museum running can take up a lot of […]
Day After Thanksgiving Hike At Burgess Falls, Other State Parks
Those looking to burn some Thanksgiving dinner calories can take part in a guided hike to Burgess Falls Friday. Park Manager Nathaniel Garrison said in the past five years, the Day After Thanksgiving Hike has become one of the signature hikes for all Tennessee State Parks. Garrison said that as things become more and more […]
Governor’s Budget Hearing Complete; Sexton Said Safety Big Priority For Him
The Governor’s budget hearings wrapped up last week, beginning the process for a new state budget according to House Speaker Cameron Sexton. Governor Bill Lee fielded ideas and concerns from Tennessee departments and agencies about financial priorities in their corners of the state. Sexton said the initial process is all about the Governor’s wants and […]
UC Head Start Set To Apply For Early Head Start Program
LBJ&C Head Start Director Penny Meadows said she hopes to lower age requirements for Head Start in the next year. Meadows said a nationwide competition will open this fall. Meadows said she expects the competition will be fierce. She said she believes the region will get early Head Start in the Upper Cumberland because of […]
