Sparta Music Artist Gaining Popularity For Unique Music
A Sparta musician gaining popularity online with his unique style of music. Christopher Ake said his songs are more about sounds than they are lyrics that lead listeners to think differently. Ake said he calls his style of music “Unmusic”. “I think of an idea, and I think of an emotion or some sort of […]
Livingston Searching For Building Inspector/Codes Officer
Livingston has begun a search for a new building inspector and codes enforcement officer. Walter Rutherford resigned after being hired a year ago. Livingston Mayor Lori Elder Burnett said if the process is anything like last year, she believes the city should not have a problem finding someone. “We had multiple applicants at that time, […]
Cookeville High Schooler Wins National Speech Title
Cookeville High School Senior Ciara Oldham is a national champion in Impromptu Speaking. Oldham also won the state title for extemporaneous speaking. Oldham said the two competitions require different types of preparation. In extemporaneous speaking, Oldham said she has about 30 minutes to research and prepare for her speech. Impromptu speeches have a total of […]
MADD Holding Statewide Candlelight Vigil Honoring Victims
People who lost a loved one due to drunk driving will honor them Wednesday during a statewide candlelight vigil in Nashville. Norris Skelley represents the Upper Cumberland as a MADD Tennessee State Board Member. Skelley said attendees will have the chance to share their loved one’s name and photo at the event. Skelley said there […]
UCHRA Considering Move From From Jefferson Location
UCHRA again considering moving its headquarters from the South Jefferson Avenue location in Cookeville. UCHRA has spent the past 15 years in the location. UCHRA Executive Director Mark Farley said moving would allow the agency to find a smaller facility “One of the issues that has caused this to come about is because we are […]
Biz Foundry’s Powered By Her Initiative Returns To Livingston
The Biz Foundry’s Powered by Her initiative returning to Livingston after a year long hiatus, and the response has been good so far. Biz Foundry Vice President Tiffany Anton Anton said the initative is meant to empower female entrepreneurs with support and community. Anton said a lack in interest ended the Livingston program several years […]
Wonderfill Refillery Saving Plastic, Promoting Sustainability
A new Cookeville business focused on sustainability by selling household products and cleaners in refillable containers. Wonderfill Refillery will celebrate its official opening later this month. Founder Cora Hageman said said products are sold by weight rather than in individually packaged bottles. “Being able to bring in your own container and refill instead of having […]
Prescott South Elementary Gym Needs HVAC Replacement
Putnam County Schools beginning the process of replacing one of the HVAC units atop the Prescott South Elementary gym. Deputy Director of Schools Tim Martin said there are two 20-ton units on top of the gym and one of them has finally stopped working. Martin said despite efforts to fix it, a company came in […]
Best Flu Vaccination Time Is Now, Be Prepared In Advance
With the start of fall comes the start of flu season and a local pharmacist said now is the time to start thinking about vaccines. Joanthan Allmon said people usually take two weeks to build immunity after getting the shot. Allmon said people should plan ahead and get the shot at their earliest convenience. Allmon […]
Leadership DeKalb Program Is Building Local Leaders
Applications are open for the Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber’s Leadership DeKalb program, which empowers local community leaders. Program Director Leigh Fuson said the program is open to anyone who wants to learn more about leadership and the workings of DeKalb County. Fuson said the program shows off the county’s ins and outs, as well as what […]
