Crossville-Cumberland Co. Hosting Tourism Summit Thursday
A Cumberland County Tourism Summit Thursday will bring together local leaders, business owners, and community partners to explore the future of tourism in the region. Director of Tourism and Executive Director of Downtown Crossville PJ Barnes said the summit will highlight the county’s accomplishments and future plans. Barnes said the summit is a free event […]
Money Appropriated For New UC Veterans Cemetery In White
A new Upper Cumberland Veterans Cemetery officially set to move forward in White County after meeting last week. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson met with state leaders to finalize the next steps for the regional site. The state is currently working on the architectural plans for the property. “Well, everything is a go,” Robinson […]
ACT Testing Strategies To Boost Student Performance
Putnam County Schools officials urging students and parents to utilize available resources and establish healthy routines to reduce anxiety ahead of upcoming ACT testing. Putnam County Schools Data and Testing Supervisor Jason Stickler said students will take the free assessment through the school system in the coming days. Teachers have spent the year equipping students […]
Sparta To Begin Annual Water System Flush Monday
The City of Sparta will begin its annual system-wide water flush Monday, a routine but essential process for the city’s water system. Sparta Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the flushing is required each year by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Quick said a system-wide flush ultimately improves water quality. “Sometimes the water […]
Clay County Public Library Closing Temporarily In April
The Clay County Public Library will temporarily close beginning April 3 as construction crews enter a major phase of the facility’s expansion and renovation project. Library Director Alecia Burns said the library will be closed to the public until June. Burns said the closure is needed as the contractor has progressed the project to begin […]
Tech Expands Student Recruitment Work In Middle TN Area
Tennessee Tech is strategically expanding its student recruitment efforts across Middle Tennessee, by establishing new localized roles designed to build long-term relationships with high school counselors. Strategic Outreach and Recruitment Specialist Turner Fain holds a newly created position based in Mount Juliet to target high-achieving students in growing markets. Fain said the university focuses on […]
Fentress Commission To Appoint New Sheriff On Monday
Fentress County Commission will host a special-called meeting Monday to make an appointment for Sheriff. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) has handled the search process up until this point. Johnson said Monday night will be the first time the county commission will get to interview the candidates. […]
Town Hall Offers Vital Support For Cumberland Veterans
An upcoming Cumberland County town hall aims to connect local veterans and their caregivers with essential benefits and support services they may not know exist. Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1015 President Sherri Teepen organized the event to address the gap in knowledge regarding available resources for military families. The gathering Wednesday will […]
Expert Says April Prime Time To Start Lawn Prep In UC
With spring arriving across the region, a lawn care expert says April offers a critical window for homeowners to prepare their yards for the growing season. Warren County Master Gardener Dale McDaniel said the weather has changed in the Upper Cumberland over the last 25 years. She added that while cold weather can be good […]
