Jackson Kayak Expanding With Loan Approved Wednesday
A new load from UCDD will help Jackson Kayak expand in White Country. Business Lending Manager Mindy Tramel told the Executive Committee Wednesday that Jackson Kayak requested a $200,000 loan. That money will help with an on-going expansion. “They recently acquired Corner Paddles and Eddyline Kayaks,” Tramel said. “One thing I would like to note […]
All Women’s Fishing Tournament Coming To Dale Hollow
Female anglers can hit the water on Dale Hollow Lake this weekend for the 2 Chicks in a Boat Fishing Tournament. 2 Chicks in a Boat Co-founder Lori Povisil said she has been fishing since she was four years old, and got started hosting tournaments to spread the joy of fishing to other women. Povisil […]
Fentress Sees Property And Liability Insurance Costs Increase
Fentress County will see an increase in cost for property and casualty insurance as well as workers compensation insurance for the incoming fiscal year. County Commissioners selected a new option of insurance that contains a $5,000 deductible for property and $2,500 deductible on general liability and comprehensive and collision for vehicles. Insurance Advisor Jessica Parrott […]
Fisk & Walnut Sewer Additions To Be Considered By Council
Sewer Line work in Cookeville’s Fisk Road and Walnut Avenue areas will cost more than expected. Cookeville City Council will review a proposed change order Thursday for some $764,000. Water and Sewer Department Director Barry Turner said a big portion of the increase was the addition of sections that were not originally included in the […]
DeKalb Jail Committee To Pursue Sites Outside Downtown
The DeKalb County Jail Committee will pursue sites outside of downtown Smithville for a new jail. The Jail Committee voted this week to remove the downtown options on a 9-2 vote. Jail Committee Chairman Larry Green said the committee is now pursuing two green space sites. “I’d rather keep those under a hat right now, […]
Overton School Board: Experience Wanted In Next Director
Members of the Overton County School Board want the next director of schools to have experience and a heart for students. School Board Member Ricky Dodson said he would like the next director to have at least three years of administrative experience. Dodson also said it’s important that the next director has a heart for […]
UCHRA, Concerned About Commodity Transition
What are hoped-to-be short term issues surfacing as UCHRA prepares to hand off its commodity program to Tennessee Food Banks. Executive Director Mark Farley said the food banks are unable to add capacity, meaning less food will be distributed. “[Food banks] reached out to us, I mean, but we’ve lost our funding,” Farley said. “I […]
Overton School Board Looking Into Additional Bonuses
The Overton County School Board considering paying bonuses to employees not covered by the state’s voucher bill bonuses for teachers. To be eligible for the $2,000 bonus, employees must spend at least 120 days in the classroom and make contact with students 50 percent of the time. Budget Director Crystal Nelson said the board needs […]
Dillon Appointed Overton Interim Director of Schools
The Overton County School Board appointed Kim Dillon as the Interim Director of Schools during Tuesday night’s meeting. Dillon currently serves as an Instructional Supervisor for grades 7-12 in the Overton County School System. Dillon will begin her new role on July 1. She will serve until a full time director is hired.
Van Buren Commissioners Confronted On Metro Rumor
A Van Buren County resident asked the Van Buren County Commission if the county is discussing the formation of a metro government combining the county and the city of Spencer. The resident said Spencer Mayor Alisa Farmer has made multiple Facebook posts about the county considering the action. When asked if the county would be […]
