Student Removed For Using Threatening Language
A Warren County Elementary School Student was removed from class for using threatening language Thursday. Warren County Director of Schools Grant Swallows said the school system has been advised to not discuss details about the incident as it is under investigation by local law enforcement. Swallows said threatening language has become more prevalent nowadays and […]
111 Turning Lanes Providing Safety In Byrdstown
Byrdstown Mayor Sam Gibson said Hwy 111 is now safer in Byrdstown, thanks to assistance from T-DOT. Gibson said T-DOT has helped with the safety issues by adding more turning lanes. Gibson said aldermen had been requesting T-DOT assistance to reduce accidents. “It is a heavily traveled area,” Gibson said. “The route from Cookeville to […]
Overton Chamber Offering Computer Courses
The Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce will soon offer computer courses in the Crawford community. Chamber CEO Shannon Cantrell said the chamber is partnering with Five Loaves Food Pantry to operate the computer courses. Cantrell said the course will teach basic computer skills and be a big benefit. “First of all, it gives them confidence when […]
White County Schools Review 2025 Budget
The White County Board of Education began its preparations for the 2025 fiscal year budget cycle Thursday night. The board reviewed financial reports for the current fiscal year and set a first meeting to begin the process. White County Schools Finance Director Chad Marcum said the 2025 budget is in a good spot as local […]
Monterey Considers Town Code Changes
Monterey Aldermen are considering making changes to the town’s code concerning the town’s Civil Service Board. City Attorney Evan Wright said after reviewing the town’s code, employee handbook, and the Civil Service Board’s policies. Wright said he believes they overlap and contradict each other making it unclear what the Civil Service Board can and cannot […]
