Smith Wants Coordinated Approach To Physical, Mental Health
Julie Smith is transitioning into her new role as the School Coordinated Health Supervisor for the Putnam County Schools after working at Cookeville High School for nearly 25 years. Smith said her goal is holistic approach to physical and mental health and wellness support for students and staff of the system. Smith said when student’s […]
Overton BB Team Heading To Nationals After Local Success
The Overton County 4-H BB team preparing for national competition following a month of intensive local and state contests. 4-H Agent Alyssa Anderson said the program has expanded significantly over the last three years. She said it has grown from a small group at a single school to a county-wide initiative involving dozens of students. […]
District Attorney Said Victims Rights Important Awareness
District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway said it is important for all of us to be aware of the right afforded crime victims in Tennessee. This is Victims’ Rights Week. Dunaway said the rights include the ability for victims to be informed of court proceedings and to consult directly with prosecutors regarding the management of their […]
Report About Snake Numbers At Dale Hollow Not Supported
TWRA experts refuting a report this week of snakes overunning Dale Hollow Lake. Region 3 Communications and Outreach Coordinator Mime Barnes said there is no biological evidence to support the idea that the lake is among one of the five most snake-infested bodies of water in the state. Barnes said the presence of snakes is […]
DeKalb Facing Shortage Of Foster Parents With New Coalition
DeKalb County is facing a critical shortage of local foster homes, with only three of the approximately 40 children currently in the foster care system placed within the county. Samantha Bowman is co-chair of the DeKalb County Foster Friendly Coalition, a new organization designed to help with the issue. Bowman said the coalition is working […]
Rail Trail Authority Seeks Project Engineer For Connector
The Tennessee Central Trail board is seeking a new project engineer as they add some 400 feet of connector trail to link the West End neighborhood to Cane Creek Park. Tennessee Central Trail Authority board member Grover Bennett Jr. said the project involves creating a path for bikers and hikers to establish a continuous trail […]
Lani EV Brings Solar Golf Cart Technology To Cookeville
A Solar-Powered Golf Cart Company will establish its national headquarters in Cookeville. Lani EV Chief of Operations Jeff Watters said the facility will be located at 615 Neal Street. Watters said the company chose the location because of the growth in the community and the opportunity to collaborate with students and faculty at Tennessee Tech. […]
TTU Online Nursing School Ranked Top Program In Tennessee
Tennessee Tech University’s Whitson-Hester School of Nursing named the the best online nurse practitioner program in Tennessee The honor comes from NursePractitionerOnline.Com’s 2026 rankings. Tech placed ahead of Vanderbilt University and the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Nationally, Tennessee Tech ranks fourth for best online nurse practitioner programs, and third for best online psychiatric mental […]
Winfree Rises To The Challenge At Quarterback For Warriorettes
In just its second season as an official spring sport, flag football at White County High School continues to grow, and so does one of its most versatile athletes in quarterback Sarah Winfree. After spending last year primarily at wide receiver, she stepped into a much larger role following the team’s quarterback graduation, taking over […]
Cumberland County Girls Tennis Finding Growth In Challenge
Cumberland County Lady Jets tennis head coach David Walker said the team’s success this season cannot be measured by wins and losses alone. Instead, Walker said he emphasized growth, effort, and mindset as the true benchmarks for his team. “Our goal going into a match is for each individual to do the best that they […]
