DeKalb Seeks Consistency Despite Weather Delays
The past week’s weather has wreaked havoc with school schedules and basketball preparation. DeKalb County Head Coach Joey Agee saw his team fall to White County to begin district play. “I told them that I’d be uploading a game films for them to watch, and since we didn’t know if we were gonna be able […]
Byrdstown Repaving Main Street Parking Lot
Byrdstown Aldermen approved the repaving the parking lot for the town’s Main Street Park Monday night. Mayor Sam Gibson said the parking lot has become thin and is cracking in several areas. Gibson said the town needs to follow through with the project. “I think it would be a good time for us to go […]
Overton Appoints Dale As New Commissioner
The Overton County Commission appointed Nathan Dale Monday night to serve as District One Commissioner. Dale, one of three candidates nominated, receiving eight of the fourteen votes from commissioners. Dale said his goal is to bring unity to the commissioners and work to find solutions that are best for everybody. “I’m excited to learn about […]
Algood Council To Vote Tuesday On Raises
The Algood City Council will vote Tuesday on a $7,500 raise for all city employees. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison said the city of Algood is looking to retain the individuals who serve the community. Morrison said that the decision to implement this raise reflects the city’s commitment to ensuring all employees’ wages are competitive. […]
Putnam’s Stevens Ready For State Pageant
2024 Putnam County Fairest of the Fair Winner Emma Stevens will participate in the 2025 Tennessee Association of Fairs’ State Pageant this weekend. Stevens said the state pageant will consist of interviews with judges, as well as an on-stage beauty competition. If she advances to the top 10, Stevens said she will answer ten random […]
Jackson Commission To Determine Next Step For Mayor
The Jackson County Commission will have to work together to appoint a new mayor who will serve the rest of former County Mayor Randy Heady’s term. Election Administrator Drew McMillan said the new mayor does not have to be a current member of the commission. McMillan said the only requirements are that the new mayor […]
Bus Driver Count Down In White County
The school bus driver shortage in White County continues into the Spring Semester. White County Schools Director of Transportation and Maintenance Randy Alley said they are two drivers short. Alley said that one of the main reasons the department has had to deny applicants is due to them not passing the background check. Alley said […]
Cane Creek Expansion Bid Soars Past Budget
Bids for Cookeville’s Cane Creek Park expansion project came in much higher than expected, with the lowest bid some $1.07 million over budget. Cookeville City Manager James Mills told Council during a Monday Work Session the city can afford to do the project but incurring expenses like these will impact what it can pay for […]
UC Leaders Mourn Heady’s Passing
Leaders across the Upper Cumberland grieving the loss of Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said he and three other county mayors visited Heady Saturday night to share their love and say goodbye. Foster said Heady’s passing is devastating for the whole region. “He was just very passionate about his community,” […]
