Club Provides Pickett With Radio Repeater
The Plateau Amateur Radio Club installed a radio repeater in Pickett County to provide ham radio coverage for the area. Vice President Joel Poston said the repeater reaches from Burkesville, Kentucky to Putnam County and covers Pickett, Overton, and parts of Clay County. Poston said the repeater will allow local radio operators to assist in […]
UC Economic Outlook: Growth In 2025
Local economic experts see continued growth in the Upper Cumberland’s economic outlook for 2025. Highlands Economic Partnership Vice President Adam Poe said he has had discussions with multiple different organizations about what 2025 has in store. Poe said he is encouraged by the projected economic projections. “Everybody has an exciting outlook on what the growth […]
White County Rec Complex Getting Wi-Fi
The White County Recreational Complex will be receiving its own wi-fi system for visitors to enjoy. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said that area of the county sits in a dead zone with poor cell service. Robinson said it is important to make sure people can use their phones there because the complex is growing […]
Clay Sheriff Launches Free App
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department has launched a free app designed to help the department communicate with the public. Sheriff Brandon Boone said the app allows people to see who is incarcerated in the local jail, a map of all registered sex offenders, and messages from the sheriff’s department. Boone said the app also allows […]
Tech Expert: TikTok Ban Not East Switch Flip
The process of banning TikTok in the United States, more complicated than it sounds according to a Tennessee Tech Cybersecurity expert. Cybersecurity Center Associate Director for Workforce Development Eric Brown said the ban will require many different independent service providers and companies to work together on multiple large projects. Brown said there are two main […]
Cookeville Weather Shelter In New Location
The Cookeville Community Cares Coalition is moving its shelter once again to better deal with this week’s cold weather. Recovery Kitchen Co-Founder Justin Veals said the coalition setup at the United Church of Cookeville located on Gould Drive. Veals said moving to the church will provide shelter as long as the cold weather continues. “It’s […]
Workforce Board Helps Perdue Workers Transition
The Upper Cumberland Workforce Board will support former Perdue workers and help them transition into new job opportunities. Upper Cumberland Workforce Board Director Becky Hull said the center is prepared to assist with both immediate and long-term career planning. Hull said services are tailored to meet each individual. “Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence for […]
Simple Fixes Save You Money On Electric Bill
With another cold wave upon us, many residents concerned about the weather’s impact on January electric bills. Volunteer Energy Vice-President David Murphy said homeowners should maximize warmth during the day by opening their blinds. Murphy said solar infiltration through glass can naturally heat the space inside a home. “Opening the blinds actually does improve the […]
UC Theater Contributors To Be Honored
The Cookeville Theatre Company will honor local theater legends with Lifetime Achievement Awards Saturday. Cookeville Theatre Company President Kathleen Gilpatrick said the honored individuals impacted community theatre in the Upper Cumberland. Ken Gum, Kirby Hamilton, Peggy Hamilton, Jim White, and Joanne White will be recognized. “Lifetime achievement to me is someone who has intentionally chosen […]
Cookeville’s 2024 Audit Comes Back Clean
Cookeville’s 2024 audit showed the city maintained a clean financial standing while increasing its net position by some $29.4 million. Finance Director Brenda Imel said there were no concerns or issues mentioned within the report. Imel said the report specifically noted that the firm found no deficiencies with the city’s internal controls. “Section seven states […]
