Grand Jury Indicts Suspect For Murder In Rickman Case
An Overton County Grand Jury has indicted a suspect on two counts of first-degree murder following a double homicide in Rickman last September. 27-year-old Payton Wayne Nations indicted for the shooting deaths of 43-year-old Christina Denise Hawkins and 25-year-old Isaiah Thomas Hawkins. The Grand Jury returned a true bill of indictment against the suspect. Nations […]
Last Week’s Storm Used A Lot Of Cookeville’s Salt Supply
Cookeville Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said she’s concerned about the city’s salt supply. Elrod said the city has one salt bin that holds 1,000 tons, and last week’s winter weather used up about half of that supply. Elrod said the city cannot purchase additional salt through the state contract, and other purchasing options […]
Local Rescue Group Reminding To Bring Pets In During Cold
A local animal rescue group said last weekend’s incident in DeKalb County serves as a great reminder for pet owners to bring their pets inside during frigid temperatures. More than 40 dogs had to be rescued from outdoor cages after long-term neglect. Treasured Souls Animal Rescue Group Owner Maureen Schafer said hearing about the incident […]
Non-Profit Launches Free Program For First Responders
A local non-profit launching a free program to provide childcare for Upper Cumberland first responders so parents can have a few hours of respite. The Parents Timeout Program is a service of the Serve Strong, Corbin Scott Goad Memorial Foundation. Foundation President Chester Goad said the organization wants to support those who spend their lives […]
White Plains House Directors Consider The Home’s Future
The Board of Directors for the White Plains House in Algood is considering a path forward for the future of the historic home. UCDD Historic Preservation Planner Mark Dudney said the board is considering adding the home to Tennessee’s list of historic sites, which would transfer ownership to the state while allowing Algood and the […]
Livingston Receives Updates On Sign Ordinance Lawsuits
Livingston City Council received an update from the city attorney on its three pending lawsuits surrounding the city’s sign ordinance. City Attorney Andre Greppin said a billboard company out of Cookeville filed a chancery court lawsuit against the city several months ago after the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals upheld a decision denying the company’s […]
Guard Ella May Fuels Lady Panthers’ Breakout Season
When Stone Memorial Lady Panthers guard Ella May steps onto the floor, the nerves that once fluttered in her stomach now fuel her confidence. The Lady Panthers guard said she learned quickly what it meant to grow up on varsity. “All the girls really helped me with my freshman year,” May said. “Coming in, I […]
Livingston Issues State Of Emergency For Fire Protection
Livingston issued a state of emergency Wednesday morning to ensure adequate resources are available for fire protection. Mayor Lori Elder-Burnett said the declaration allows the city to activate all necessary actions to cover the region during the water shortage. A water main break Tuesday caused the issue. She said the primary goal is ensuring the […]
Former Cumberland County Deputy Indicted For Rape Of Vulnerable Adult
A former Cumberland County deputy faces rape charges following an investigation by the TBI into allegations involving a vulnerable adult. John Coley Jr. indicted following a probe requested by 13th Judicial District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway. Officials said agents began investigating the allegations in October 2025 while Coley worked for the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. […]
Grasty Looks To Write Final Chapter In Warriorettes’ Story
For White County Warriors girls basketball play Lakeland Grasty, some of the best moments in a basketball season do not show up in the box score. They live in the tension of a one-possession game, the roar of a crowd in overtime and the chills that come with walking through the tunnel in Murfreesboro. Now, […]
