Tech’s Governor’s School For Business Wraps
Tennessee Tech’s Governor’s School wrapping up a month of unique opportunities for junior and senior high school students to begin the college transition. The Governor’s School for Technological Innovation and Business Leadership (GSTIBL) is a four-week program in June, during which a group of thirty students lives on campus, takes classes, and participates in various […]
New Park View Interior 99 Percent Complete
With just over a month until school starts, the interior of the new Park View School is 99 percent complete. Upland Design Group Consultant Kim Chamberlin told the Putnam County School Board Thursday night that furniture came in on time and without a hitch. He said much of it was even moved into classrooms more […]
Warren Utility District Flushing Out Spencer System
Crews with the Warren County Utility District have begun an extensive flushing of Spencer’s water system. Warren County Utility District General Manager Anthony Pelham said they are already seeing drastic improvements in the valley below Spencer. Pelham said the water quality in and around Hodges Ferry has been particularly bad because of its low elevation […]
EMS: Pay Attention, Use Caution With Fireworks
As Fourth of July celebrations begin, local emergency officials urge caution and awareness when you are handling or are near fireworks. Clay County EMS Director Andrew Hall said the most common injuries happen when people mishandle fireworks. Hall said it is important to remember that fireworks are man-made, meaning they can malfunction and explode at […]
Algood Planning Approves REI Expansion
The Algood Planning Commission approved a final site plan to expand the REI facility. Community Planner Tommy Lee said the final site plan was approved pending adjustments to the facility’s drainage system. Lee said the issues were minor enough that they will not need to return to the commission. “We felt comfortable, and when I […]
Tech Part Of Two-Day Symposium On Cumberland
Tennessee Tech part of a two-day meeting this week focused on the sustainability of the Cumberland River and its attached basin. Army Corps of Engineers Hydraulic Engineer Ryan Wigner said the meeting was held to help the Corps get a better understanding of the Cumberland River Basin from agencies and organizations throughout the region. Wigner […]
Overton Schools Outstanding Lunch Debt Due Sunday
Overton County students with outstanding school lunch debt must get it paid by Sunday. School Nutrition Supervisor Debie Taylor said students who did not fill out an application for free meals, add money to their account, or pay as they ate may still have outstanding charges. She said there is still some debt yet to […]
Spencer Budget Includes Public Works Department
Spencer Aldermen approved the city’s 2024-25 budget Thursday night with plans to grow the city’s public works department and tourism offerings. Mayor Alisa Farmer said the main focus of the budget is addressing the changes coming to the city as their utility district is taken over by the Warren County Utility District. Farmer said the […]
Normal Enrollment, Only Upperman Middle Limited
Putnam County Schools reported a fairly normal enrollment cycle as the start of the school year fast approaches. Attendance Supervisor Chris Pierce told the School Board Thursday night that as of now, no school in the district is at or above 90 percent capacity. He said capacity will continue to be monitored and is likely […]
