Jackson Memorial Building Improvements Making Progress
Improvements to the Jackson County Memorial Building are finally coming along after experiencing a major setback. Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Hope Vargas said renovations to the building were temporarily paused after flooding from a rainstorm last July, but have since resumed. Vargas said the building is asbestos-free, mold-free, and has a new […]
International World Pig Championship Returns To Fentress
Card players from across the United States and beyond will gather at the York Country Store in Fentress County next Saturday for the 24th Annual World Pig Championship. Organizer Jim Buck formalized the rules for the regional card game in 2001, transforming a local pastime into a competitive event. The tournament now draws more than […]
New Talon Software Being Used For Tech Employee Evaluations
Tennessee Tech employing a new employee evaluation tool as part of a broader software system to assist supervisors who conduct performance reviews. Human Resources Associate Vice President Kevin Vedder said the new tool is included in the university’s new HR and Finance software. Vedder said the tool is robust and provides supervisors with a performance […]
UCRA Expresses Need To Purchase New De-Icing Equipment
The Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Board has identified a need to purchase new de-icing equipment to better support aircraft operations during the winter months. Airport Director Dean Selby said the airport purchased a de-icing cart last month and is now seeking a bucket truck to help remove ice from larger aircraft. Selby said corporate flight […]
New Initiative Provides Free Carbon Monoxide Protection
Algood Residents can now receive free carbon monoxide detectors through a state-funded safety program designed to prevent accidental poisoning and death. Algood Fire Chief David Judd announced that the Get Alarm Tennessee program has expanded its services to include these life-saving devices alongside smoke alarms. “This year, starting in 2026, we now offer free carbon […]
Pickett Schools Approve Calendar Featuring Slight Change
Pickett County Schools has approved a school calendar for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 academic years. Pickett County Director of Schools Melissa Robbins said the school system’s calendar committee met last month and presented its proposal. The first day of school will remain the first Monday in August, with the final day scheduled for late May. […]
Overton To Pursue A New Hanging Limb Community Center
Overton County Commissioners gathering estimates on building a barndominium to serve as a new community center in the Hanging Limb area. The request to gather estimates brought forward by District Three Commissioners Jesse Bowman and Randall Boswell. Bowman said the Hanging Limb area has always used the school as a community center, but now the […]
Crossville Council To Review Wage Study, Projects Tuesday
Crossville City Council will review employee wage studies, major infrastructure projects, and long-range planning items during a work session Tuesday. The agenda shows council members will meet at City Hall for a quarterly work session focused on discussion and updates rather than formal votes. The session includes a mix of financial planning, public safety projects, […]
Stone Memorial’s Jones Chases Growth, College Goals
Entering her third year of competitive bowling, Stone Memorial Lady Panthers bowler Hailey Jones is no longer just learning the ropes. She is refining her craft. Jones began bowling in eighth grade and has steadily grown into one of the Lady Panthers’ consistent contributors. Now, with postseason experience and regional competition under her belt, she […]
District Tournaments Begin Tonight, All UC Teams In Action
The postseason is around the corner, and the first part begins tonight. District tournaments begin, with everyone eyeing a trip to Murfreesboro in a month’s time. Monday night, the Warren County Lady Pioneers will open district tournament play across the Upper Cumberland in an elimination game as they face Shelbyville. Tipoff is set for 6 […]
