Road Access & Land Keys To Baxter’s Economic Growth
The economic success continued last week for Baxter with 56 new high-paying jobs on the way. Putnam County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Amy New said the high quality of life and available property in the industrial park contribute to the success. New said the Chamber and government officials worked with the state to make the […]
Cookeville Senior Center Launching New Music Programs
The Cookeville Senior Activity Center is accepting donations of musical instruments as the center hopes to create a new music program. Executive Director Maxine Frasier said the center hopes the program can promote memory and wellness. Frasier said seniors requested programs centered around learning and performing music through singing and playing instruments. “Music is a […]
Overton Applies For Grant To Repair Courthouse Exterior
Overton County has applied for an estimated $500,000 grant in hopes of uplifting the exterior of the historic courthouse on the square. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President Zach Stephens said Upland Design Group performed an architectural assessment on the building. Stephens said the assessment revealed several issues with the exterior of the courthouse. “We’ve […]
TN Tech Announces Bachelors Degree in Artificial Intelligence
Tennessee Tech will launch a new Bachelor of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence, coming to campus next year. Computer Science Chair Jerry Gannod said the degree further recognizes AI has matured as a discipline, as the University further commits to developing in AI responsibility. Gannod said the University wanted to develop a program that focused […]
Sun Leads To A Northern Lights Show For Upper Cumberland
A Tennessee Tech physics professor says the Northern Lights could be visible Wednesday night, as an overactive sun leads to the lights glowing brighter. Physics Department Chair Steve Robinson said the Northern Lights are caused by charged particles from the Sun interacting with the Earth’s magnetic field. That traps the particles and funnels them into […]
Jackson Submitting Letter To Oppose SR-53 Closure
Jackson County Commissioners have approved a resolution to submit a letter opposing T-DOT’s decision to close State Route 53 to replace a culvert near Hurricane Branch Lane. T-DOT has planned to fully close the highway for an estimated 50 days to complete the project. Commissioner Jeff Smallwood said the letter contains alternative suggestions to keep […]
South Maple School Zone Added At Highland Rim Academy
Cookeville is adding a new school zone on South Maple Avenue and on England Drive to slow traffic and improve safety at the new Highland Rim Academy location. Cookeville Police Chief Scott Winfree said traffic has picked up in that area since Highland Rim moved. Winfree said adding a school zone will make student drop-off […]
Van Buren Head Start Hosting Health Expo And Job Fair
Van Buren County Head Start is looking to make an impact in the community by hosting its 26th annual Community Jobs, Education, Health, and Awareness Fair on Thursday. Van Buren Head Start Health, disability, and Health Nutritionists Carrie Wafford said the fair will have multiple vendors to connect people with resources regarding job opportunities, health […]
Daenell Brings Steady Leadership, Spirit To Bowling Program
When Gretchen Daenell took over as head coach of the Cumberland County Jets bowling program in August, Daenell said she stepped into a role that balances competition, safety, and school pride. Daenell, who teaches at Cumberland County High School and holds a degree from Tennessee Tech, assumed leadership of the boys’ and girls’ bowling teams […]
Monterey Alum Brings National Championship Pedigree
For new Monterey Wildcats cheer head coach Cedric Brame-Thornton, the return home feels like a full-circle moment. Brame-Thornton, a Monterey High School graduate and former University of Tennessee cheerleader, accepted the Wildcats’ position in February. Brame-Thornton said he is now using lessons from Knoxville to build a foundation of drive and discipline in his new […]
