Training Helicopter Crash Briefly Closes Warren Airport
The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate a helicopter crash at Warren County Memorial Airport that left a pilot injured during a training exercise. The incident involving the pilot and a student. Hillis said the helicopter had stopped at the airport to refuel prior to the crash. Emergency officials said the pilot was transported to […]
Idea To Sell City Building For Factory Goes Nowhere Thursday
A proposal to sell a city-owned building on North Murray Street failed during Thursday’s Gainsboro Aldermen meeting as a large crowd of concerned citizens turned out. The building sits next to Gainesboro City Offices and was not previously for sale. Real Estate Developer Joshua Abbotoy said the proposed military drone component facility would generate more […]
Baxter Officials Approve Local Infrastructure Repairs
Baxter officials approved two project change orders during Thursday’s Council Meeting to address ongoing water and sewer infrastructure needs. Council Member Jeff Phillips said the city must focus on addressing significant maintenance issues within the local utility systems. “We’ve got some projects that we’re going to have to really look at and try to stop […]
Former Teacher Payne Appointed TCAT Fentress Coordinator
Belinda Payne appointed as the site coordinator for the new TCAT facility in Fentress County. Payne said she will manage the campus daily and oversee instructors as the facility begins hosting in-person classes and dual enrollment programs for high school juniors and seniors. Payne said she spent 19 years as a classroom teacher and four […]
Cookeville City Council Approves Tire Change, Tree Grants
The Cookeville City Council authorized a grant Thursday night designed to help city workers with tire changes. The city will purchase a large truck tire changer. Human Resources Manager Amy Garrett said the grant provides a 50 percent match, up to $3,000. “The purchase of this equipment will enhance workplace safety for our public works […]
Sparta Board Awards Baker School Asbestos Removal
Sparta Board of Mayor and Alderman awarded a bid for the removal of asbestos at the former Baker school building during its Thursday meeting. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the project focuses specifically on the interior of the East Bronson Street facility to prepare the site for future work. Tindle said the city received six […]
CRMC Expert: Heat Wave Can Create Real Health Concerns
Prioritize hydration and shade as extreme heat and high humidity levels continue heading into the Labor Day weekend. That according to Cookeville Regional Emergency Department Medical Director Samantha McLerran. McLerran said the human body loses critical moisture during heat exposure which can lead to dehydration and a dangerous increase in internal body temperature. McLerran said […]
Warren Teenager Facing Prosecution Over Viral AI Trend
A Warren County High School student faces a charge of making threats of mass violence on school property after an investigation into a viral AI-generated image. The image featured the “Cat in the Hat” character. Officials said the “Cat in the Hat” trend involves AI-generated videos and images depicting the Dr. Seuss character appearing to […]
Overton Students Without After-School Due To Funding
Overton County School Officials hope to start the system’s after-school program in the next two weeks, following the loss of state funding. School Officials said the district currently working to hire and place staff for the program. When contacted for a statement in our previous post, officials said comment was not available by phone at […]
TBI Joins Investigation Of Crossville Body Discovery
TBI joining the Crossville Police Department to investigate the discovery of a body found near a local restaurant. Administrative Captain and Public Information Officer Brian Eckelson said the investigation remains active as authorities work the scene near the Sonic Drive-In. “At this point, we don’t have a whole lot of information available for release,” Eckelson […]
