Jackson Student Receiving Governor Award
Governor Bill Lee will honor Jackson County High School Senior Karly Anderson with the Governor’s Volunteer Award this weekend. The award highlights both adults and young people making a difference in their communities. Anderson has her own platform called “4 Legged Friends” which helps raise food for animal shelters in the Upper Cumberland that are […]
UC Lakes In Good Shape As Rains Approach
The US Army Corp Of Engineers said Upper Cumberland waterways should be fine this weekend so long as the heaviest rains remain as forecasted in Nashville and areas northwest. District Commander Robert Green said runoff will be an issue with Saturday’s rain as the ground is already saturated. He said the Cumberland River will likely […]
New Wedding Chapel Set To Open In Cookeville
A new wedding chapel preparing to open its doors in Downtown Cookeville, conveniently located across from the County Clerk’s office Mint To Be owner and Tech graduate Tate Craig said she met many couples who wanted to get married, without the big process. Craig said services are available 24/7, by appointment. “They all kinda have […]
White County Tables Teacher Bonus Approval
The White County Board of Education tabled a decision Thursday night on teacher bonuses attached to Governor Bill Lee’s school voucher system. Lee signed the bill this week which provides public school teachers a $2,000 bonus. It would include K-12 teachers who are certified and have students in front of them at least 50 percent […]
Clay Board of Education Approves New CTE Vehicle
The Clay County Board of Education approved a new transportation vehicle for the CTE program during Thursday night’s meeting. Clay County High School Agriculture and Science Teacher Amanda Craighead said the school’s trailer can only be pulled using personal vehicles. Craighead said the lack of a designated vehicle creates stress for the staff. Craighead also […]
Tech Announces Nike As New Outfitter
Tennessee Tech will partner with Nike and BSN Sports next season. Effective July 1, Nike will operate as the official outfitter of Tennessee Tech. Director of Athletics Mark Wilson said there will be opportunities for both student athletes and fans to wear the new gear. “Tennessee Tech fans, they will be able to buy Nike […]
Roses Remain Top Choice For Valentines
250 million roses will be sold for Valentines Day, and local florist Rosemary Andrews said the flower remains the classic choice for Valentine’s Day. Andrews said roses remain the best-selling flower for Valentine’s Day, symbolizing love and tradition. She said their popularity goes beyond standalone bouquets, as she often weaves them into other arrangements to […]
Putnam Soon To Bid Soccer Lighting Project
Local soccer stars will look to shine even brighter as the Putnam County Parks and Recreation Department is set to begin bidding out a project to install new lights at the Putnam County Soccer Complex. Parks and Recreation Director Cody Maynard said the two additional fields will come with lighting which will allow for more […]
Overton Heritage Museum Completes Improvements
The Overton County Heritage Museum has completed building improvements that were made with the help of a $10,000 grant. Heritage Museum Director Paula Stover said the grant came from a portion of $5 million that state legislatures provided to museums across the state. Stover said the museum used the grant to replace an old metal […]
Fentress Veterans Service Officer Retiring
Fentress County Veterans Service Officer Jeff Tinch set to retire. Tinch has served as the county’s veterans liaison for the past ten years. Tinch said he is retiring because he simply felt like it was time to do so. “I’m getting up there a little bit in age,” Tinch said. “I’m not over the hill […]
