Hanukkah: The Story Behind the Eight-Day Holiday Festival
Hanukkah celebrations take place every year during the winter months, though grouping the festival with other celebrations might be a mistake. Upper Cumberland Jewish Community President and Rabbi Florence Terdeman said Hanukkah is not a large holiday in Jewish culture, though it has become more prevalent over the years in American and Israel. Hanukkah is […]
Three Local Ministers On How The Christmas Story Resonates
As Christmas Eve approaches, local ministers agree on one thing, the Christmas Story still resonates. Three local ministers agreed they especially liked the shepherds receiving the announcement from the angels in the night. Cookeville Baptist Church Senior Pastor Scott McKinney said the shepherds were on the outskirts of society. “Christ didn’t come, or the announcement […]
Early Christmas Gift: Groundwork Begins On Splash Pad
Sparta has officially started ground work on its long-awaited splash pad and playground behind the White County YMCA. Sparta is investing an estimated $3 million into the project. Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said it is an exciting time to see dirt moving. “To get that project started, it’s been almost at least two-and-a-half, push it […]
Feeding Dogs Table Scraps Impacts Health Years Later
Those holiday sneaky scraps to your pup can cause long-term issues for your four-legged friend. That according to Cumberland County Animal Safety’s Ellen Rosenfeldt. She said said Multiple Meal Syndrome occurs when animals are receiving too many meals over a period of time. Rosenfeldt said it occurs more frequently during the holiday season as families […]
Mine Lick Creek 16-Lot Development Final Plat Approved
The Cookeville Planning Commission has approved a final plat for the 16-lot River Ranch Development located on Mine Lick Creek Road. Community development Director Jon Ward said the preliminary plat was granted with the condition of a divided median with 12-foot travel lanes. Ward said the fire department had concerns with the depicted grass median, […]
Crossville Serving Vets Meals, Good Company This Christmas
Crossville’s American Legion will serve Christmas dinner Thursday, providing friendship and support to local veterans. Post Commander Mike Ratterman said Christmas should never be considered just another day on the calendar. Ratterman said Cumberland County has one of the largest veteran communities in the state, with many spending Christmas Day alone. Ratterman said he created […]
DeKalb Resolution Regulating Data Centers Dies in Commission
The idea of regulating nuclear energy facilities and data center has died for now before the Dekalb County Commission. Mayor Matt Adcock and the Commission shared concerns about the ability of the county to support nuclear energy facilities and data centers, as they require a water source. Commissioner Mathias Anderson asked if they were aware […]
DeKalb Commissioners Vote Down Austin Bottom Purchase
The DeKalb County Commission decided against purchasing land for the Austin Bottom Fire Hall Monday night as the price doubled and acreage shrank. Mayor Matt Adcock said the property was priced around $33,000 for two acres last month. Now, the property owners are asking ask $60,000 for 0.7 acres. e from the original promise of […]
Planning Approves Dodson Branch Annexation Plan Services
The Cookeville Planning Commission approved a plan of services Monday night for the proposed Dodson Branch annexation. The commission asked if some of the sewer services would be cost-shared with the developer who requested annexation. Community Development Director Jon Ward said those conversations are in the works, but have not gone very far. “Cost shares […]
