Tennessee Tech Now Accepting Fall 2027 Applications
Tennessee Tech is now accepting applications for the Fall 2027 semester following the official opening of the university’s admissions window. Director of Undergraduate Admissions Jacob Cutshall said the early application period allows high school seniors to submit transcripts and begin the process of qualifying for presidential scholarships. “We want to make sure that we are […]
Crossville Reconsiders Automatic Wholesale Water Hikes
Crossville officials reconsidering a 25 percent wholesale water rate increase after learning that a recent vote to raise city rates automatically triggered the hike for neighboring utility districts. Cumberland Plateau Water Authority General Manager Jeff Dyer said the increase was discovered after he contacted city staff to determine how the budget process affected wholesale pricing. […]
Monterey Authorizes $500,000 Capital Outlay Note For Grants
The Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen authorized a $500,000 capital outlay note to complete several ongoing grant projects. Mayor Alex Garcia said the interest-bearing general obligation note is intended to bridge the gap between project expenses and the arrival of state reimbursements. Garcia said the town does not intend to carry the debt long-term, […]
Gas Station Drug Kratom Ban Will Protect More Tennesseans
Tennessee’s recent ban to outlaw the drug kratom will protect residents according to an Upper Cumberland substance abuse expert. Next Step for Life Director Jennifer Willis said kratom is a mind-altering narcotic that feeds off the same brain receptors as opiates to produce a similar high. Willis said the drug is often sold in gas […]
Energy Rate Case Secures Almost 90K Savings For Livingston
Livingston set to receive some $88,000 following a successful intervention in a natural gas rate case involving the East Tennessee Natural Gas pipeline. Symmetry Energy representative Alan Lingerfelt said the providing pipeline company originally proposed a rate increase of more than 65 percent that went into effect in November 2025. Lingerfelt said Symmetry and other […]
Americana Treasures Highlight Annual 127 Corridor Sale
The Highway 127 Corridor Sale returns to the Upper Cumberland this week to offer travelers a unique experience of Americana across the world’s longest yard sale. Fentress County Chamber President Jacob Rosenbaum said the event spans 695 miles from Michigan to Alabama. Rosenbaum said the county remains the official headquarters for the massive route that […]
Tech Nursing Expansion Addresses Healthcare Shortages
Tennessee Tech expanding its nursing program by more than doubling its enrollment capacity. Director of Student Success Benjamin Clark said the program now admits up to 100 students per semester into the main Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Clark said this growth is supported by an early admission initiative for high school seniors who […]
UC Seeing Impact From Record Tennessee Tourism Numbers
Upper Cumberland Tourism officials in the Smokies Tuesday as Governor Bill Lee announced Tennessee visitor spending reached a record-breaking $32 billion. Cookeville-Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director of Tourism Shan Stout said the economic impact has resulted in a tax savings of approximately $569 per household for Putnam County residents. “We have watched […]
White County Reduces Speed Limits On Three Roads
White County officials approved speed limit reductions for three local roads following requests from parks officials. The Steering Committee A approved the changes after reviewing documentation signed off on by the highway department. The adjustments affect South Fork Road, Jolly Road, and Scotts Gulf Road. Commissioner Dakota White said park rangers had reached out with […]
Monterey Police Recruiting New Officer After Resignation
The Monterey Police Department told he Board of Aldermen in Monday’s meeting they are looking to hire a new certified patrolman following the sudden resignation of an officer. Police Chief John Mackie said the officer originally provided a two-week notice but contacted the department on Monday to announce he was done. Mackie said he wants […]
