Tennessee Tech Alumna Turns Internship Into Travel Enterprise
Tennessee Tech alumna Whitney Hassell O’Halek has transformed a three-month internship in Japan into a global travel enterprise that includes multiple businesses and a blog dedicated to helping single parents navigate international exploration. O’Halek said the initial opportunity to teach English at a private language school in Japan changed the entire trajectory of her life. […]
Technology Helps Schools Protect Athletes From Heat
Upper Cumberland high schools are adjusting practices, monitoring conditions in real time and preparing to move game times as extreme heat creates challenges for student athletes across multiple sports. Livingston Academy Athletic Director Todd Wright said the school system utilizes a specialized weather application and on-site equipment to monitor real-time conditions and protect student athletes […]
Crossville Council Approves Water Filtration Pilot Program
Crossville City Council approved a $50,000 water filtration pilot program during a special call meeting Tuesday to evaluate ceramic membrane technology as a potential solution for the aging infrastructure at the Meadow Park Water Plant. Water Resources Director Joe Kerley said the pilot project is a mandatory requirement from the state before the city can […]
Cumberland Commission Advances Westel Road Upgrades
The Cumberland County Commission approved an agreement with T-DOT to begin upgrades on Westel Road to prepare for the Flatrock facility. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the resolution allows for major improvements to Westel Road, from near Pig Path Road to the Interstate 40 interchange. Foster said the project includes widening the roadway and […]
Putnam Recognizes Legacy Of Outgoing County Leaders
Putnam County Commission honored its outgoing members and elected officials as the current body held its final meeting before the new term begins in September. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said the commission has approved a significant list of infrastructure and community projects over the last four years. Porter said the accomplishments include a new […]
New Buck Mountain Tank Quadruples Water Capacity
Algood completed a total replacement of the Buck Mountain water tank, quadrupling its storage capacity to 300,000 gallons to better serve residents on the mountain. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the project involved tearing down an old 75,000-gallon metal tank and replacing it with a larger concrete structure. Morrison said the upgrade was necessary because […]
Commission Proclaims Legacy Of Executive Robinson
White County Commission issued a proclamation to honor the 20-year legacy of outgoing County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson for his leadership and economic contributions to the community. Commissioner Derrick Hutchings said Robinson served eight years as a county commissioner and 12 years as the county executive during a tenure marked by significant industrial growth. Officials […]
Cookeville Public Works Selects New Service Providers
Cookeville Public Works selected several new service providers for its annual and semi-annual infrastructure needs following a competitive bidding process that saw a mix of price decreases and significant increases. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city bids out concrete, pavement markings, tire recapping, and pipe services annually for one-year contracts. Elrod said […]
Van Buren Targets Grant Funds For Museum Roof Repairs
Van Buren County applying for a $60,300 grant to replace the roof and install new gutters at the Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum to prevent ongoing water damage. Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum Representative Justin Aughinbaugh said the proposed work is vital after masonry work was completed with the last grant. […]
Upperman Eyes Contending Season Despite Key Losses
The Upperman Bees shifting toward a more methodical offensive approach this season following the graduation of multi-year starting quarterback Bronzden Chaffin. Upperman Head Coach Adam Caine said the team averaged more than 40 points per game over the last two seasons with a dual-threat quarterback who could score through the air or on the ground. […]
