Police Chiefs See Growing Upper Cumberland Speeding
Everyone does it and it’s not a big deal. The driver, not the government, should decide how fast we drive. Those key findings in a new AAA survey being seen on roads across the Upper Cumberland. Livingston Police Chief Ray Smith said residents to not understand the danger. “Life or death every day, speed plays […]
Tennessee Tech Fans Praise Enhanced Stadium Amenities
With the second home game of the season approaching, Tennessee Tech Athletic Director Casey Fox said the department heard surprise from fans about the high-level experience at Tucker Stadium Fox said the university is working with a new security company to improve stadium ingress and egress for future games. Fox said the athletic department is […]
Outreach Resources, 988 Vital; Suicide Prevention Month
Increased anxiety, social withdrawal, and a decline in performance can often be a sign of depression, a factor in suicide. September is Suicide Prevention Month. Volunteer Behavioral Healthcare Vice President Anne Stamps said the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline ensures residents across the Upper Cumberland have accessible help. “If folks are feeling overwhelmed, if they’re […]
Pickett Celebrating Anglers’ Consecutive National Titles
Pickett County celebrating a second consecutive national championship for High School anglers Rex Reagan and Max Moody. Pickett County Fishing Coach Anthony Scott said the team managed to overcome a difficult start during their first title run before finding historic success. Scott said the duo followed that performance by winning a second national title at […]
Putnam County Replacing Central Office Mechanical Unit
Putnam County Schools replacing a failing mechanical unit at its central office that has caused leaks and disrupted the district’s administrative staff. Putnam County Schools Deputy Director Tim Martin said the equipment is an interior air handling unit located above the ceiling that connects to the building’s main chiller and boiler system. Martin said the […]
Tech Student Parking Garage To Add 800 Additional Spaces
Tennessee Tech moving forward with design plans to construct a new parking garage that will add more than 800 spaces to the interior of the campus. Senior Vice President for Planning and Finance Claire Stinson said the university is currently in the process of selecting a designer for the facility. Stinson said the project is […]
Tech Host Tuesday Session On Financial Influencer Risks
Tennessee Tech will host a screening of the documentary “This is Not Financial Advice” to educate students on the risks associated with social media financial influencers. Economics Lecturer Dr. Chelsea Dowell said many students seek financial guidance from social media platforms rather than certified professionals. Dowell said these ifluencers often lack formal education in finance, […]
York Elementary Becomes Official Monarch Waystation
York Elementary students establishing an official monarch waystation to support the national migration study of the monarch butterfly. Third-grade teacher Amy Thoman said the school had to complete a formal application process to join the national program, which began in 1992. Thoman said the school was required to prove the garden contained a specific number […]
