State Names Monterey’s Tinch As Top School Principal
The Tennessee Department of Education named Burks Elementary School Principal Heather Tinch the 2026-27 Tennessee Principal of the Year Thursday. Tinch is the third administrator from the district to earn state honors within the last four years. Director of Schools Corby King said Tinch serves as a representative of local leaders who share a heart […]
Neighbors Protest As Shepherd Hills Rezoning Advances
Cookeville City Council unanimously advanced a rezoning request Thursday night allowing for potential new residential development in the Shepherd Hills neighborhood. The rezoning along Dogwood Circle and Forrest Road raised concerns from residents about traffic and flooding. Resident Mark Lynam said the increase in housing would impact the aesthetic. “I do think that in a […]
Gainesboro Aldermen Weigh Private Sidewalk Repairs
Gainesboro Aldermen considering a proposal from a private developer to repair and replace a section of downtown sidewalks near a new hotel project. Mayor Ricky Head said he spoke with Marc Stengel about redoing the sidewalk area extending from the hotel toward the mayor’s office. Head said the developer inquired about potential city reimbursement for […]
Baxter Eyes New Grocery Store, Amid Residential Growth
Baxter officials are reopening discussions with Food City as the city experiences a surge in residential growth and potential commercial interest. Mayor Danny Holmes said he and city staff reached out to the grocery chain and confirmed the company is willing to meet for further talks. Holmes said he feels positive about the renewed communication. […]
New Truck, Sludge Removal Approved For Sparta Water/Sewer
Sparta Aldermen awarded a contract for sludge removal at the water plant during the Thursday meeting. The project included in the current budget and is a necessary maintenance task for the facility. The board also approved the purchase of a new truck for the water department. The board also discussed the appointment of a new […]
Jackson County Man Indicted For Uncle’s July Murder
A Jackson County man charged with first degree murder after an investigation into the July death of his uncle in Gainesboro. The Grand Jury indicted Ryan Parsons. TBI officials said agents began investigating the death of Terrance Barbour after he was found deceased at a residence in the 400 block of Mansell Hill Road on […]
McMinnville Dr. Pepper Plant Closing Ends Historic Era
The Keurig Dr. Pepper facility on Mountain Street set to close its doors after nearly a century of operations in McMinnville. Warren County Historian Jimmy Haley said the facility previously transitioned from a bottling plant to a distribution center after moving from its original downtown location. “The closure of the facility here is going to […]
Smithville Pickleball Supports Homeless Shelter Sprinklers
Live and Let Live Homeless Ministry hosting a pickleball tournament this Saturday to raise funds for a new fire sprinkler system at its Smithville shelter. Board member Suzanne Gash said the fire marshal requires the infrastructure upgrade before the facility can legally house residents through the night. Gash said the organization operated as a warming […]
Managed Dam Releases Stabilize Levels Across UC Lakes
The Army Corps of Engineers managing water releases from dams at Center Hill, Dale Hollow, and Cordell Hull to maintain stable lake levels despite a significant lack of rainfall. Robert Dillingham manages the Upper Cumberland District for the the Corps of Engineers. Dillingham said the Corps purposefully reduces water releases throughout the summer and early […]
White County Selected For Regional CERT Training Trailer
White County selected as one of three locations in Tennessee to host a new regional Community Emergency Response Team training trailer. EMA Director Matt McBride said the state chose the county to serve as a hub for the Upper Cumberland and Middle Tennessee regions. McBride said the mobile unit will be available for deployment during […]
