Baxter Council Names Johnson To Water Safety Role
A new contractor to handle water safety inspections following the sudden death of a long-time technician. Council Member Dustin Stanton requested the addition of the item to the meeting agenda. Stanton said it was necessary to ensure the town maintained compliance with safety regulations regarding commercial water systems. “I’m going to make the motion to […]
Gainesboro Concerned Over Recent Water Loss Numbers
Gainesboro water officials are concerned about current levels at the town’s water plant after a recent report revealed roughly 30 percent water loss. Water Plant Manager Jerry Rhoten said the town’s water plant is not doing well, as the tanks currently have about 15 feet of water, but have not risen any higher. Rhoten said […]
Sparta Officials Consider Carport Permit Requirement
Sparta Aldermen looking at ways to handle complaints about metal carports and other accessory structures placed in front yards. Sparta City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the discussion pointed toward keeping the current ordinance language while adding a low-cost permit process to improve enforcement and reduce surprise complaints. Tindle said the permit would give the city […]
Ten Fentress Youth Compete For $1,000 Prize Saturday
Ten Fentress County students will pitch their business ideas to local judges this weekend for a chance to win a $1,000 cash prize. Biz Foundry Youth Coordinator Jessica Hinton has taught over 150 students in the area how to start their own businesses. The upcoming event features participants ranging from 11 to 16 years old […]
Cookeville Advances Dodson Branch Road Annexation
A public hearing and referendum timeline set for Cookeville’s proposed annexation of the Dodson Branch Road area. Community Development Director Jon Ward said the annexation process began with a property owner request. He said the city later expanded the proposal to include surrounding properties to allow for efficient delivery of city services. “Upon studying the […]
Baxter Considers Mandatory Cluster Mailbox Requirement
The Baxter Planning Commission considering a requirement for developers to install cluster mailboxes for all new subdivisions. Staff Planner Tommy Lee said that the change is necessary because the postal service has stopped delivering to individual curbside boxes on newly constructed streets. “Just a little bit of history, this is something that it was kind […]
Virtual Learning For Livingston Students Monday As Water Issues Continue
Overton County Schools will hold an Emergency Flex and Virtual Learning and Community Support Day on Monday, February 9, 2026, with food, water, and learning resources available for students and families across the district. Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the day is designed to support families after recent disruptions and to help […]
Maynord Joins ’26 Tennessee Football Coaches Hall Of Fame
The Tennessee Football Coaches Association has elected longtime Upper Cumberland Coach Jimmy Maynord to its 2026 Hall of Fame class. Maynord finished his coaching career at Cookeville with a 55-45 record. Over his career, Maynord finished 234-126. He also coached at White County, Upperman, and Smith County. He was hired as the athletic director at […]
Davis’ Dedication Drives Stone Memorial Bowling Success
Stone Memorial Lady Panthers bowler Ally Davis has built her game from the ground up, with her father by her side every step of the way. Davis’ introduction to bowling came at a young age, watching her dad compete in a league before she ever picked up a ball herself. What started as time spent […]
Livingston Begins Water To N.Overton, Boil Notice Continues
Livingston officials began pushing water again to the North Overton Utility District Friday afternoon. Mayor Lori Elder-Burnett confirmed that tank levels have recovered sufficiently to begin restoring service to additional areas. While progress is being made on the infrastructure, the restoration process will require patience as the system gradually repressurizes. “Well, we are happy to […]
