Tech Professor: Math Focus Working Across Tennessee
April proclaimed as Mathematics and Statistics Awareness month across Tennessee, another way to bring attention to improving math scores in the Volunteer State. Tennessee Tech Professor of Mathematics Education Holly Anthony said new teaching methods are working. Anthony said it is key to teach students why they need to know math, not just how to […]
Williams: Governor’s Plans To Help Rural Areas Positive
Governor Bill Lee’s new state budget includes an estimated $146 million to invest in rural communities across Tennessee. State Representative Ryan Williams said the Upper Cumberland will be in the mix for some of the funding. The Governor’s proposals include money for infrastructure improvements and low-cost housing. “The key here really is to create different […]
Dedication Tuesday For Smithville’s Aaron Tippin Alley
The City of Smithville will hold the official dedication of Aaron Tippin Alley Tuesday. Council members approved the naming the owner of three number one hits on the country music charts. Tippin and his wife Thea have called DeKalb County their home for several years. Smithville Mayor Josh Miller said the decision just made sense. […]
Cumberland Studying Conversion To Middle Schools
The Cumberland County School Board considering the conversion of its two K-8 schools into middle schools. School Board Member Jon Matthews said Cumberland County does not have designated middle schools and that the transition from K-8 to high school is tough on young students. Matthews said studies have shown that designated middle schools provide better […]
Cookeville To Invest In AI, Improve Willow Traffic Flow
Cookeville investing in a new AI camera system, designed to help improve traffic flow. Cookeville Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the cameras can detect traffic and send recommendations to change the timing of traffic lights. Elrod said the cameras will be a major upgrade compared to the current system. “Clear them out and […]
Algood Fire Offering Free CPR Class Tuesday Night
If you’ve been wanting to learn Hands-Only CPR, you will have the chance Tuesday as the Algood Fire Department hosts an event at city hall. Fire Chief David Judd said he saw the need for the class after several calls in which firefighters were sent just to do CPR. Judd said he hope participants will […]
Monterey’s Roberts Thriving in Any Role Given
Monterey baseball player Leandro Roberts continues to appreciate every moment on the baseball diamond.
Plans Underway For New Skate Park At South Carter
Sparta moving forward with plans to convert park of South Carter Street Park into a skate park. The city closed the park last year when a building downtown began crumbling. City officials said they had already planned to move the park. Mayor Jerry Lowery said another old building stands in the way of the skateboard […]
