White Co. Sales Tax Increase Sent To Referendum
A proposed White County sales tax increase will be sent to referendum in May after the county commission approved a resolution Tuesday night. The proposal would raise the county’s share of the sales tax from 2.25 to 2.75 percent for every $100 spent. That change would not increase the total sales tax rate for shoppers, […]
Start Early To Avoid Tax Filing Surprises And Delays
Local residents are being encouraged to prepare early for the upcoming tax season to avoid delays and mistakes when filing their returns. Local Tax Expert Dakota White said the first step is making sure all required documents are collected before meeting with a tax preparer. “Don’t jump the gun too soon,” White said. “Make sure […]
Putnam Master Gardener Program Grows Community Involvement
The Putnam County Master Gardener Program is helping residents grow their skills and give back through a University of Tennessee Extension-led initiative. The program relies on trained volunteers who learn horticultural skills and then give back through projects that support food production, landscaping, and education across the county. Wayne Key, UT Extension agent for agriculture […]
Humidifiers Can Improve Health And Home This Winter
A local HVAC expert says that having a humidifier in the home can improve your overall health and home this winter. HVAC Expert Mark Bilbrey said dry skin, sore throats, and static electricity are common signs of low indoor humidity. He added that homes tend to dry out even more during the winter because heating […]
Public Feedback Needed For Crossville Main Street Program
The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce has launched a community survey to receive public feedback to help establish priorities for the city’s new Main Street Program. Crossville Main Street Program Executive Director PJ Barnes said Crossville was recognized as an accredited Main Street Program a few months ago. Barnes said the main purpose of the […]
McMinnville Town Hall Educating Public On Homelessness
McMinnville Action to Create Housing is inviting the community to a film screening and town hall this Thursday to spark conversation and solutions around local homelessness. MATCH President Brad Durham said the documentary, “Beyond a Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness,” follows filmmakers who traveled more than 40,000 miles across the country to highlight real-world solutions […]
HRS Requesting Extensions On RedBud Village Project
Highlands Residential Services is requesting financial extensions for the RedBud Village Project, a 20-unit development designed to assist those who are homeless. Highlands Residential Services Executive Director Chris Cassetty said HRS has two grants from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) totaling an estimated $4 million that are set to expire this year. Cassetty said […]
UC Daycares Experiencing Limited Space And Long Waitlists
Finding a daycare spot in the Upper Cumberland is becoming a challenge for many families, as centers report limited space and growing waitlists. Wonderbees Childcare Center owner Jessica Cook said the Livingston daycare is usually at full capacity, with 124 children currently on the waitlist. She added that many parents calling for openings are urgently […]
Christopher Aims to Elevate Game During Junior Season
Cumberland County boys basketball player Jake Christopher said this season is not just been about getting stronger. It has been about getting higher. The Jets’ power forward and center is coming off a season of career highs in both points and rebounds, but he said his goal for this year is as clear as it […]
Cadle Building DeKalb Boys Tennis In Advance Of Season
Growth has become a familiar theme around the DeKalb County tennis courts, and head coach Brian Cadle said he believes it starts with one simple idea: Keep a racket in a kid’s hand. Cadle, who coaches both the DeKalb boys and girls teams, said he has seen the local tennis community steadily expand since taking […]
