Clay Court Clerk Now Offering Passport Photo Service
Clay County residents can get everything needed for a passport application all in one place, as the Clay County Court Clerk’s Office now offers a passport photo service. Clay County Court Clerk Keisha Smith said her office has offered passport services for years, but has never offered the photo service before. Smith said Walgreens in […]
New Hurdles In Deeding BonDeCroft Fire Dept. Property
New hurdles for the White County School Board as it tries to deed a small portion of property over to the BonDeCroft Volunteer Fire Department. The Fire Department cannot make improvements or apply for grants because the station sits on the school system’s property. School Board Member Terri Douglas told BonDeCroft Fire Chief Shannon Smith […]
Flatt, Region’s Bluegrass Heritage On Display Saturday
The Lester Flatt Celebration Saturday pays homage to White County’s past and present bluegrass musicians. Bluegrass Musician Blake Williams said Flatt was an original member of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boys. Earl Scruggs joined the band, bringing the bluegrass sound to the nation. “He was unique, and he was a good MC,” Williams said. “He had […]
Crossville Designated As 48th State Main Street Community
Crossville designated as Tennessee’s 48th Main Street Community. Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce Director of Tourism PJ Barnes said it is exciting to receive the designation, as it is one of the highest honors a city can receive. Barnes said not only does the designation recognize Crossville’s commitment to improving the downtown area, but it […]
Fentress Pharmacist Hall Trial Postponed Until April
Next week’s trial for Jamestown Pharmacy owner Phillip Hall has been rescheduled for April. Hall faces nine counts of Health Care Fraud, six counts of Aggravated Identity Theft. Hall allegedly submitted false claims to Medicare, Medicaid and insurance companies for prescriptions to actually dispensed. Some prescriptions were not ordered by a healthcare provider. More than […]
Raby Brings Energy As New Stone Memorial Head Coach
After 15 years as an assistant, Jess Raby is stepping into a new role at Stone Memorial. Raby takes over the Panthers’ boys basketball program after longtime coach Neil Capps stepped down after last season. Raby said while there is added responsibilities to becoming the new head coach, the excitement of leading the Panthers has […]
Van Buren’s Jenna Mooneyham Following Brother’s Footsteps
When Van Buren Cross Country’s Jenna Mooneyham watched her older brother thrive in the Eagles’ cross country program, she saw more than just miles to run on the track. Mooneyham said she saw energy, passion, and a tight-knit community as she watched her brother run. Now a freshman for Van Buren and in her second […]
White County Schools Approves 13 More Voucher Bonuses
The White County School Board approved $1,500 bonuses Thursday for 13 employees who did not receive the $2,000 Voucher bonuses from the state. The 13 employees include counselors, coaches, and one district-level employee. The board considered paying the bonuses to an additional 27 employees, including 16 school administrators and 11 district-level employees. School Board Member […]
