Baxter Discusses Expanding Urban Growth Boundary
The Baxter Planning Commission discussed expanding the city’s Urban Growth Boundary Thursday, creating room for economic development. Staff Planner Tommy Lee said the Urban Growth Boundary represents the defined area around the city’s corporate limits where they have the ability to annex property. Lee said the last update to Baxter’s urban growth boundary was 25 […]
May 5 Referendum Proposed On Dodson Branch Annexation
Cookeville City Council will hold a May 5th referendum next year on the proposed annexation of some 275 acres in the Dodson Branch Road area. Community Development Director Jon Ward said the Election Commission recommended holding the referendum as part of the regular election cycle, instead of conducting a special election. “This annexation was initiated […]
Putnam Introduces New Student Advisory Committees
The Putnam County School Board introduced a new Student Advisory Committee Thursday night to get student feedback about agenda items and school concerns. Each high school has formed a committee, and will appear on a rotation before the board every month. School Board Chairman Lynn McHenry said the student committee gives the board a student […]
Celina’s Former City Clerk Indicted On Theft Charges
Celina’s former city clerk indicted on charges she used Celina’s debit and fuel cards for personal use. Tabitha Sue Short accused of misappropriating more than $1,148 for cigarettes, food, drinks, toys, and clothing. She also used the card to pay a personal utility bill, according to the Comptroller’s Office investigation. There were other questionable charges […]
York Annual Veterans’ Day Living History Event Saturday
Sgt. Alvin C. York Park will host its annual World War I living history event Saturday, a way to educate and respect those who served. Museum Curator Lindsey Wood said the park is dedicated to preserving the memory of York and the men who fought in World War I. Wood said park staff hopes to […]
Overton Approves Changes To Help Fill Difficult Positions
The Overton County School Board will implement a differentiated pay plan, designed to help fill hard-to-staff positions. Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said this year’s plan pays out stipends ranging from $1,000-$5,000. Dillon said she hopes the stipends are enough to fill and keep behavior, CDC, and special education teachers. “We have found […]
Tech Professor: Nuclear Workforce Needed In Tennessee
Universities can help the state address needed growth in the state’s nuclear industry workforce. Tennessee Tech Nuclear Engineering Professor Jeffrey King said that was his biggest takeaway from the just-completed College System of Tennessee Nuclear Workforce Summit in Oak Ridge. With a sort of nuclear renaissance in Tennessee, King said right now, the workforce needs […]
Anatolia Announces Baxter As First Tennessee Location
Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork will bring 56 new high-paying jobs to Baxter, the state announced Thursday. Anatolia’s new facility will use an AI-integrated production system, which will be the first and only factory of its kind in Tennessee. The new factory part of an estimated $9.6 million investment. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said Anatolia’s […]
White County Warriorettes Lean On Depth, Experience
After a 32-win campaign that featured a deep tournament run, the White County Warriorettes girls basketball team enter the new season with confidence and a roster hungry for more. White County Head Coach Michael Dodgen said the offseason has shown the program’s strength beyond its established veterans. “They’ve gone really well,” Dodgen said. “We’ve had […]
Cumberland County’s Dale Leads Way In Jets E-Sports
E-Sports Player Aden Dale said Cumberland County knows sports are not confined to the field or court. Dale said gaming gives him a chance to learn on-court behaviors and work them onto the virtual battlefield. “Gaming shaped me [in] realizing how fun it is to play with other players,” Dale said. “It’s a challenge to […]
