Cumberland Hosting Veterans Parade Saturday
Cumberland County veterans will be honored with a parade Saturday in Crossville. Veterans Parade Committee Member Alan Baker said this is the fifth straight year the parade will take place. He said the parade is something the community looks forward to. Baker said they have the parade on Saturday rather than Veterans Day so kids […]
Putnam Building Permits Over $14M
October marked the biggest month for construction permits in more than two years across Putnam County. In the county alone, more than $14.4 million in construction permits issued for a total of 36 projects. That marks only the second double-digit amount in the last 34 months. Of the 36 projects, 24 were new single-family construction. […]
Samber Impressed By Macon County Offense
The Stone Memorial Panthers will face off against Macon County Friday night in Crossville to decide the third and fourth seed the 4-4A region. The Macon County Tigers come into this week 11 match up averaging 42 points in their seven wins, while the Panthers defense has allowed 13 points in their five wins. Stone […]
Change Batteries, Examine Alarms This Weekend
You hear about changing smoke alarm batteries this weekend as you move your clocks back one hour. But how often should you change smoke alarms. Cookeville Fire Department Battalion Chief James Clouse said he recommends changing batteries in smoke alarms every six months and replacing smoke alarms every ten years. “The sensors inside can degrade […]
Former CHS Student Elected UT Trustee
A Cookeville High Graduate elected as a University of Tennessee Student Trustee, the first local student to serve in that role. Lisa Patel said she got the opportunity to apply for the student trustee position as a recipient of the Haslam Leadership Scholarship. Patel said she is thankful to receive the honor and believes many […]
Jackson Launches Spay Neuter Program
The Friends of the Jackson County Animal Shelter will begin offering spay and neuter assistance to county residents to make the service more affordable. Friends Executive Director Mark Pack said the program offers $25 spay and neuter services. The program can also provide a veterinary examination, heartworm test, annual rabies vaccinations, and a microchip, if […]
Clay Searching For Recreation Consultant
Clay County working with UCDD to find a consultant that can help them design a master plan for parks and recreation. UCDD Community Development Planner Megan Reagan said they need a consultant to conduct needs assessments, determine the feasibility of different ideas, and gather community input that can be incorporated into plans. Reagan said their […]
Smithville Teacher Wins Early Educator Award
Smithville Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher Tanya Howard, one of 20 teachers statewide, selected for the Tennessee Early Educator Award. Over 1,700 teachers were nominated for the awards. Howard has been teaching Kindergarten at Smithville Elementary for 16 years. Howard said she simply loves teaching children. “I have always strived to do my best and to […]
Crossville Breaks Ground On New Recreation Center
The City of Crossville broke ground on the new $34.8 million recreation center Thursday. Crossville Mayor RJ Crawford said the recreation center has been a long time coming as the city has had discussions about building an indoor recreation center since 2008. Crawford said the recreation center will be a representation of the city. “This […]
Pickett Considering High School Upgrades
Pickett County Officials will begin explorations of alternatives for upgrading Pickett County High School. County Commissioners and School Board members begin exploring a major upgrade or a new facility during a joint meeting. County Executive Stephen Bilbrey said the county will explore both options because the high school, built in 1959, needs long-term upgrades. “We […]
