Clay Requesting Proposals For Tourism Assessment
The Clay County Chamber of Commerce is taking proposals for a Tourism Asset Assessment as well as a three-year strategic plan for the county. Chamber Executive Director Doug Young said he wants to rebrand Celina as a River Town. He said the aquatic activities at Dale Hollow Lake and Cordell Hull Lake have been underutilized. […]
NWS: Tornado Touched Down North Of Smithville
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down on the northern side of Smithville Monday afternoon. A tornado debris signature on radar confirmed the touchdown, according to a Weather Service Meteorologist. Emergency management reported extensive tree damage on the northern side of Smithville, along Nashville Highway and Allens Ferry Road. Allens Ferry Road shutdown […]
TN Promise May 15 FAFSA Deadline Approaching
Students hoping to receive financial aid for college must complete their FAFSA paperwork by May 15. Livingston Academy College and Career Coordinator Teresa Johnson said the FAFSA is easier than ever this year. She said the form asks fewer questions and can be completed far more quickly by parents and students. Johnson said families who […]
Fall Creek Falls Holding Open House To Share Plans
Fall Creek Falls will hold an Open House Thursday to discuss its plans to restore the park’s scenic loop, damaged by storms last summer. TDEC Regional Director of External Affairs Robert Becker said when the storm hit, thousands of trees fell. That led to road closures and long-term hazards for visitors. He said with that […]
Big Bottom Road Repairs Begin Monday
Construction set to begin Monday on Jackson County’s Big Bottom Road, repairs to the shoulders and ditches of that highway along the Cumberland River. Jackson County Road Superintendent Daniel Garrison said the road will be closed between Dryden Lane and Lock Branch Road for the next two months. Garrison said the problems with the road […]
Clarkrange Gets $400K Grant To Save Energy
Clarkrange High School will try to save the school system money on utilities, thanks to a TVA grant, the largest awarded in the Upper Cumberland. The school will receive some $400,000 to improve lighting, heating and cooling controls, and other infrastructure. Clarkrange Teacher Jason Bradley led the work on the grant proposal. He said the […]
McMinnville Want Input For Rocket Park Upgrades
McMinnville is looking for community input in preparation for a grant application to upgrade Rocket Park. Facilities Manager Michael Benusches said several of the park’s features need major renovations. He said he hopes to pave the gravel parking lot, renovate the sport court, and upgrade the park’s boat ramp. He said before finalizing plans, he […]
Airport Emergency Training Coming For White, Putnam
Emergency Management personnel from White and Putnam Counties will be familiarizing themselves with aviation emergency protocols over the coming months. White County EMA Director Matt McBride said protecting aircraft passengers using the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport requires multiple agencies to operate on one accord. He said aviation emergency response requires specialized training beyond what many […]
Tech Trustee Barry Wilmore Headed To Space Monday
Tennessee Tech Trustee Barry Wilmore will represent the Golden Eagles as he launches into space Monday night. Tech President Phil Oldham said he can think of no one who better embodies Tennessee Tech’s values and graduates than Wilmore. He said Wilmore is helping to usher in a new era of exploration and discovery from which […]
Jackson Middle School Fencing Upgrades Bidding
Jackson County Schools will take bids this week for security fence upgrades behind Jackson County Middle School. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the board has discussed the project in several meetings as a prime candidate for a project best suited for summertime. He said there has been a fence there for years but parts […]
