White County Pursuing Rowland Sawmill Preservation
White County Commissioners are once again pursuing preservation efforts for the county’s historic Rowland Sawmill. The Rowland Sawmill has been a part of the White County community for around 150 years. County Commission Chairman Derrick Hutchings said the commission has made previous efforts in the past after constituents pushed for improvements, but the commission never […]
Edgar Evins Park Sells Cookbook for Holiday Fundraiser
The Edgar Evins State Park will sell a seasonal cookbook this month, raising funds for park events and projects throughout the year. Park Ranger Justin Vaughn said the park created the cookbook to raise funds for the Friends of Edgar Evans State Park, a non-profit that funds park events and projects like program materials and […]
Monterey Police Receives Doghouse Donation from FOCCUS
Focus On Cumberland County Animal Safety volunteers donated a doghouse to Monterey Police Department, as department reunites owners and pets Police Chief John Mackie said FOCCAS reached out to the department as the town recognized an uptick in escaped dogs needing temporary care. Mackie said the department has assisted with several stray dogs around town […]
Smalltown Tennessee Christmas Helps Small Businesses
The Upper Cumberland Tourism Association working to showcase six Upper Cumberland counties through the Smalltown Tennessee Christmas initiative. The association spotlighted Cookeville, Granville, Livingston, McMinnville, Smithville and Sparta this year to bring tourists into the Upper Cumberland. Executive Director Billie Davis said tourists dollars are an asset to small businesses. Davis said a list like […]
Crossville Awards Bid For New Catoosa Utility Building
The city of Crossville has awarded an estimated $1.1 million bid to construct a new building for the Catoosa Utility District. The 10,350 square foot metal building will provide office space and a maintenance shop. Crossville City Manager Valerie Hale said the Catoosa had needed a new space for quite some time. “When the city […]
Algood Approves New Urban Growth Boundary Expansion
Algood will propose expanding its urban growth boundary, expanding mostly north and east. The county’s Joint Economic Development Board will consider the plans. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison said the city does not have plans to annex the additional areas anytime soon. “Cookeville borders us on the South and the West, and so we are […]
Warren Animal Shelter Completion Delayed, 6K Foot Expansion
Completion of the new Warren County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center expected to be delayed until next summer. Warren County Executive Terry Bell said progress has been slow over the past several months. Bell said the county is trying to keep the project under $400,000 by acting as its own general contractor. However, Bell said […]
Lt. Cothron Selected As Christmas Parade Grand Marshal
Cookeville’s Christmas Parade Committee has selected Tennessee Highway Patrol Lieutenant Adam Cothron as this year’s parade grand marshal. Cothron critically injured in a July, 2024 shooting during a traffic stop on I-40. Cothron survived his injuries but has faced a long road of recovery over the last year. Parade Committee Member Josh Stites said Cothron […]
Cumberland Mayor Appointed To Tech Board Of Trustees
Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster has been appointed to serve on Tennessee Tech’s Board of Trustees. Tech Public Relations Director Jonathan Frank said Foster will fill the last spot on the recently expanded board. Foster is a two-time graduate from Tennessee Tech, earning his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Strategic […]
Clarkrange Leaning On Sitton As New Season Unfolds
With the new season underway, the Clarkrange Lady Buffaloes are settling into a fast-paced identity. Head Coach Lamar Rogers has built on ball pressure, quick guards, and a senior core determined to push the program back toward the postseason. At the center of that effort is senior shooting guard Sophie Sitton, whom head coach Lamar […]
