Clay Approves Bonuses For Non-Teachers, $221K Price
The Clay County School Board approved a $2,000 one-time bonus for non-teachers during Thursday’s board meeting. The bonuses will go to all employees who are excluded from the 2025 Education Freedom Act passed by state legislators. School Board Chairman Benji Bailey said the voucher bill left out too many employees. “In our opinion, these folks […]
T-DOT Tree Clearing In Cookeville About Safety
T-DOT tree-clearing through the Cookeville corridor of Interstate 40 getting the roadway ready for expansion? T-DOT officials said no. Region Two Communications Officer Rae Anne Bradley said trees were cleared around the exit and entrance ramps at exit 288 due to sight distance issues. “We were receiving reports and experiencing some sight distance issues there,” […]
Overton Schools Relaunching Virtual Program
Overton County Schools will be starting a new virtual program to try and accommodate home-school students throughout the county. Supervisor Brent Thrasher said Overton Schools has had a virtual program in the past. But the state began regulating the programs more closely after COVID. The school system decided at that point to step away. “We […]
Sparta Set To Giveaway Blankets To Smother Fires
Sparta Officials looking to purchase fire blankets for distribution to residents. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the money to buy the fire blankets comes from a grant. TVA donated $7,000 and the city matched it. “It’s a blanket that you keep near your kitchen,” Lowery said. “If there’s a fire or something, you could take this […]
Tech Hosting Events To Attract Transfer Students
Tennessee Tech hosting a new event called “Transfer Tech To You” in an effort to reach students looking to change schools. Associate Vice President for Enrollment and Student Success Mary McCaskey said the event allows the university to present what the university has to offer to potential transfer students. McCaskey said several departments will visit […]
McMinnville Water Plant Groundbreaking Set For Monday
McMinnville will hold an official groundbreaking ceremony for its new water treatment plant Monday. Plant Director Ricky Morton said the current treatment plant is 65 years old. City leaders decided it was not worth it to continue making repairs to the structure. “The new facility should last many, many years without, you know, any problems […]
Cookeville’s Presley Becoming Leader on Softball Team
Cookeville Lady Cavaliers softball player Kadie Presley understands her responsibilities set by her parents and Head Coach Jordan Webb.
Sheriff: Operation Hands Free Month Good Reminder
Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said a month-long initiative statewide serves as a great reminder about the dangers of cell phones in vehicle. Operation Hands Free is a partnership between state and local law enforcement to spread awareness and crack down on distracted driving during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Garrett said his department answers […]
