Livingston Board Appoints New City Airport Supervisor
The Livingston Board of Aldermen officially appointed Kevin Bishop as the new city airport supervisor during its Monday meeting. Mayor Lori Elder Burnett said Bishop brings several years of experience as an airport manager and previously worked in aviation fuel sales. Bishop has already been serving the city as an assistant at the airport for […]
Agreement To Be Approved To Move Jefferson TVA Tower
Cookeville City Council discussed finalizing a plan to relocate a TVA transmission tower at the intersection of South Jefferson Avenue and Neal Street during Monday’s work session. City Manager James Mills said the state allocation will cover nearly the entire cost of the $759,000 relocation project. Mills said after years of work and requests, the […]
UC Election Administrators Forecast Robust Early Turnout
Election administrators across the Upper Cumberland are preparing for a significant wave of voters as early voting begins for the upcoming August election. Overton County Administrator of Elections Craig Story said the presence of numerous county offices and state primaries on the ballot should drive local residents to the polls. Story said he anticipates a […]
Overton Recoups Six Figures In Winter Disaster Funding
Overton County set to receive more than $100,000 in federal reimbursement funds to cover infrastructure damages and emergency costs incurred during February’s winter weather. Overton County EMA Director Chris Masiongale said FEMA will reimburse local departments for repairs and services. Masiongale said the funding will be distributed back to the highway department and local water […]
Crossville Welcomes Barton Living History Reenactment
The Cumberland Mountain Civil War Round Table hosting a living history performance Wednesday at the Palace Theater in Crossville featuring a portrayal of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton. Historian Leslie Goddard will debut in her portrayal of the legendary Civil War nurse. Goddard said the presentation focuses on how Barton served as a direct […]
Fentress Faces $300K In Flood Damage To Roads, Bridges
Fentress County is facing more than $300,000 in damages to infrastructure and property following the recent flood event. Fentress County EMA Director James Bilbrey said the total cost estimate includes significant repairs needed for roads and bridges as well as the removal of debris. Bilbrey said the county beginning the process of seeking state and […]
Tik Tok ‘Door Kick’ Challenge Shows Up In Overton County
The latest in a social media-fueled “door kick” challenge where young adults attempt to bust into neighborhood homes has made its way to Overton County. Sheriff John Garrett said the trend involves individuals, typically teenagers, recording themselves kicking on residential doors in the middle of the night to capture the homeowner’s reaction for social media. […]
Upper Cumberland TCAP Test Scores Trending Upward
State TCAP numbers released Monday show an average of 39.1 percent of Upper Cumberland students showing proficiency in English/Language ELA and 37.6 showing proficiency in math across all grades. Proficiency rate includes those who met or exceeded expectations this year. These numbers rose in both areas across the region. White County stood out with the […]
