White County Schools Implement Vaping Policy
The White County Board of Education approved a new vaping education policy during the school board’s Thursday night meeting. White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the policy will have the school system meet with the parents or guardians of a student who has been caught vaping at school. Dronebarger said the policy necessary […]
Monterey To Hold On Investigating Police Department
Monterey Aldermen agreed Thursday during a work session to hold off on the investigation of two Monterey Police Officers involved in the Bill Randolph incident. Both officers had knowledge in the former chief’s plan to avoid training, using a Gatlinburg trip for vacation. Randolph indicted on seven counts. Aldermen discussed whether the town should perform […]
Expert: Ship Christmas Packages By December 19
Next Thursday, December 19, represents the latest you should be sending Christmas packages to ensure items arrive on time. That from UPS Store Owner Matt Hall, who said the earlier a package is sent, the less stressful the whole process will be. Hall said the shipping industry has recovered well from the pandemic and delivery […]
Garrett Chosen As Next Overton Ag Director
Overton County Extension Agent Jason Garrett has been promoted to serve as the new director of the agriculture office. Garrett said he now manages the staff, budgets, and day-to-day operations of the office. Garrett said he will continue to serve as the county’s extension agent alongside his new duties. “I’ve been here eight years,” Garrett […]
Wreaths Across America Returns Saturday
Wreaths Across America returns Saturday to honor deceased veterans throughout Putnam County. Volunteer Coordinator Tracy Chamberland said wreaths will be placed on the graves of veterans across four cemeteries in the area. Chamberland said the organization says people die twice: first when they physically pass away and again when their name is said for the […]
Baxter Begins Sewer Rehab Project
The City of Baxter has begun working on the city’s sewer rehabilitation project. Baxter Mayor Danny Holmes said the $1,8 million sewer rehabilitation project is aimed to improve the city’s sewer system efficiency. Holmes said he is excited to finally begin the extensive project. “It’s already started and they are doing pipe bursting at this […]
Tech Offering New Audio Engineering Degree
Tennessee Tech’s Music and Engineering Departments have partnered to offer a new Live Audio Engineering and Technology Degree. School of Music Director Colin Hill said the degree is the first of its kind in the United States. Hill said with the degree students will learn how to coordinate audio for live events such as concerts […]
