DeKalb Offering Adult High School Program
Tennessee adults who have not graduated high school now have an opportunity to finish school and receive a high school diploma through the Dekalb County Diploma Completion Program. The program is being offered through a partnership between the school system and Graduation Alliance. DeKalb County Director of Schools Patrick Cripps said he hopes the program […]
Finance Directors On End Of Year Deadline
The final days of July mean long days for Upper Cumberland County Finance Directors, tying up last year’s fiscal year budget. White County Finance Director Chad Marcum said things get hectic this time of year. Marcum said he and his staff are nearing the completion of the month-long process. “They are just waiting on me […]
Pea Ridge Fire Department Making Progress
Six months after the Pea Ridge Volunteer Fire Department stopped taking calls, the Department making progress in staffing and gear. The Fire Department has been throwing events for the community to receive donations to help fund the department. Fire Chief Chase Emerton said the department has received some equipment. “We got plenty of suits now […]
Burgess Falls Gone To The Birds For Viewing
A two-month Birding Competition, The Big Year Event underway at Burgess Falls State Park. The way to win the competition is simple, observe as many different species of birds as you can. Burgess Falls Park Ranger Hannah Morgan said that Burgess Falls and Window Cliffs State Natural Area have various species of birds. “What we […]
Fentress Historical Society Applying For Grant
The Fentress County Historical Society will apply for a grant from the Tennessee State Museum to fund several building improvement projects. Secretary-Treasurer Laura Acosta-King said the building has needed thorough renovations ever since it flooded almost three years ago. Acosta-King said they are looking at repairs to piping and HVAC throughout the building, as well […]
Memorial Park Set To Open March, 2025
Putnam County will dedicate its Memorial Park next March, the five-year anniversary of the tornado that killed 19 Putnam County residents. County Mayor Randy Porter said the project was delayed because it took several months to get the necessary permitting for the project from the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Porter said they are […]
Overton Highway Superintendent Retiring
Overton County Highway Superintendent James Norrod stepping down after twelve years with the department. Norrod said he made the decision not to run for another term because he plans to retire and did not want to run again at seventy-one years old. Norrod said his employees have been a great crew that will hate to […]
Putnam Bus Fleet Prepared For New School Year
The Putnam Schools’ bus fleet prepared and drivers getting revved up for this week’s start to the new school year. Transportation Supervisor Ron Chaffin said they inspected all seventy-eight buses in their fleet to ensure their tires, brakes, and fluids are all up to standards. Chaffin said they have also done a deeper mechanical inspection […]
Warren Schools Implement Electronic Device Policy
Warren County School Officials hope for fewer distractions and more connection by limiting the usage of electronic devices during the school day. Warren County Director of Schools Grant Swallows said the updated policy has been controversial amongst parents and students. Swallows said the policy was implemented to help kids focus in the classroom. “We want […]
Boyd Begins First Season As Tech Soccer Leader
After 14 seasons serving the Tech soccer program, Corey Boyd heads into the upcoming season with a new role as head coach. The Putnam County native started as a graduate assistant while working towards his undergraduate in 2010. With the team reporting for the start of team activities Monday, Boyd said he has been taken […]
