Overton Student Wins 137 Fair Ribbons
A 13-year-old Overton County student won a total of 137 ribbons at the just-completed Overton County Fair. Abby Thompson said her family spent the four days leading up to the fair preparing all of her different entries. Thompson said she chose to compete in the categories based on which activities she has the most fun […]
Tech’s Cybersecurity Center Gets New Director
Tennessee Tech has appointed Dr. Muhammad Ismail as the new director for its Cybersecurity Education, Research & Outreach Center. Ismail said he is excited for the role but sees the responsibility that comes with preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Ismail said one of the biggest challenges is how dynamic the field is, as […]
White County Head Start On New Bus Law
White County buses already carry a sign against unauthorized personnel on-board, well before a new state law passed. That law requires districts to post signs on school buses warning unauthorized personnel not to board the bus. White County Schools Director of Transportation and Maintenance Randy Alley said the new law will ensure the safety of […]
Gainesboro To Hire Public Works Supervisor
Gainesboro accepting applications to fill a supervisor position for the Public Works Department. The position became vacant after previous supervisor Chester Hamlet retired. Gainesboro Town Recorder Darla Pippin said a local candidate would be ideal, but the town will not rule out hiring someone outside. “I mean it’s not a qualification for the job,” Pippin […]
Clay Resident Creates First Seal
A Clay County resident has designed the county’s first seal to better represent the county. Clay County Assistant Administrator and Title Six Coordinator Carol Rettig created the seal, with ideas from community members. Rettig said parts of the seal, such as an eagle, represent the best parts of the county. “We all love our eagles,” […]
Cookeville Fire Recognized For Training
State fire officials honored the Cookeville Fire Department for its commitment to training with more than 5,600 training hours last year. That’s fourth highest in the state. Training and Safety Battalion Chief Daniel Snyder said Cookeville officers frequently pursue additional training opportunities. “They’re trying to get certified to drive and pump,” Snyder said. “We have […]
Putnam Sees Successful First School Day
Putnam County Schools first full day concluded and the district is off to a strong start. Communications and Marketing Supervisor Buddy Pearson said an estimated 12,000 students attended school Monday. He said buses picked up and dropped off students without issue. Pearson said the only real issue was the traffic caused by different construction projects […]
DeKalb Football Lift-a-Thon Breaks Records
The DeKalb County Football team completed their annual “Lift-a-Thon” Friday breaking lifting, conditioning and fundraising milestones. The Tigers coaching staff have implemented a system for players to earn “yards” throughout their time at DeKalb by performing in the weight room, on the practice field, in games and in the classroom. Head Coach Steve Trapp said […]
Sparta Disc Golf Course Close To Completion
Volunteers are putting the finishing touches on White County’s new disc golf course. The White County Recreational Complex course set to open this fall, two years since the project got approval from White County officials. Michael Hoffman from the Cookeville Disc Golf Club said the project has been quite the endeavor. He said all of […]
