SR-52 Celina Truck Route Project Design Nears Completion
T-DOT officials say progress continues to be made on the design phase of a Celina Truck Route Project despite some setbacks. T-DOT Region Two Communications Officer Rae-Anne Bradley said the project will create a State Route 52 bypass from near Kyle Street to near Washington Street. It will reroute large trucks away from downtown Celina, […]
Clay Receives State Grant To Strengthen Literacy Instruction
Clay County Schools wants to strengthen literacy instruction efforts for students in grades 5-12 through a new grant from the Tennessee Department of Education. Clay County Schools Instruction Supervisor Misty Strong said the Literacy Materials Implementation Grant will focus on enhancing classroom instruction and student engagement in English Language Arts courses. Strong said the grant […]
Methadone Clinic Lawsuit Set For July Oral Arguments
Putnam County’s methadone clinic lawsuit against Cedar Recovery and the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission is moving through the court of appeals with oral arguments scheduled for July. County Attorney Jeff Jones said Cedar Recovery and the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission have filed an appeal seeking to move the case to Davidson County. The request comes […]
Crossville Stockyard to Upgrade Equipment With State Funding
The Crossville Stockyard will make facility improvements after receiving nearly $20,000 from the state’s Agricultural Enterprise Fund. The Crossville Stockyard is one of 12 stockyards across the state to receive assistance from the fund. Crossville Stockyard Co-Owner Laney Colvard said the stockyard will use the funds to install a new security camera system. “That will […]
Sparta Wants To Upgrade Security In Parks, Safe Residents
Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city is exploring new ways to make city parks even safer for its citizens and visitors. Lowery said the city is taking proactive measures to deter crime, including new emergency response stations. From security cams to street lamps, Lowery said visibility is key. “Just to have well-lit visible parks, […]
New Gravel Cycling Routes Open Across UC, Boost Tourism
The Upper Cumberland launching several new gravel cycling routes designed to showcase the region’s natural beauty and boost tourism. The routes are part of a statewide initiative through the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and the “Bike Tennessee” program. Tennessee Gravel Owner Shannon Burke said the Upper Cumberland stood out as a natural fit due […]
Early Learning Academy Preparations As Remodel Progresses
Putnam County School Officials working on the plans for how the Early Learning Academy will work and how the rollout will best take place for the next school year. The old Park View facility will house all the pre-K programs in Cookeville. Putnam County Schools Voluntary Pre-K Coordinator Allison Painter said most things are in […]
Clay Residents Can Now Apply For New Federal Assistance
Clay County residents recovering from the winter’s severe storm can now apply for additional federal assistance from FEMA. President Donald Trump made the additional funding available. The designated areas were previously approved for Public Assistance before this individual aid was announced. The available aid features multiple options to help individuals and families recover from the […]
