Tech Recognized For Top MBA Program
Tennessee Tech’s MBA Program listed as one of the top 130 online MBA programs across the country. The ranking from U.S. News considered 1,780 online programs and ranked them based on overall academic quality. The ranking for Tech’s MBA program is up 109 spots from where it was listed last year. The program received additional […]
Mummau Takes Over As Tech Defensive Coordinator
New Tech Defensive Coordinator Chase Mummau said he wants to build on the defensive work of the Golden Eagles over the last two seasons. Mummau takes over a Tech defense that allowed the fewest points in the OVC last season, holding its last four opponents under 10 points per game. Mummau said he looks forward […]
Commissioners Approve Ambulance Application
Putnam County Commissioners approved a resolution allowing County Mayor Randy Porter to apply for a community development block grant Tuesday. Porter said the county would use the grant to purchase a new ambulance. Porter said the grant application is due in February and he expects the county would learn if it was awarded by this […]
White County Rejects Funding For Inspector
The White County Commission voted against approving the recommendation to allocate $28,000 for a second codes inspector Tuesday night. Several commissioners questioned the budget implications of the change, especially at mid-year. The proposal would have been funded by an increase in building permit fees to $1 per square foot. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said […]
Fentress Delays Commissioner Appointment
The Fentress County Commission delayed the appointment of a new commissioner during its monthly meeting Tuesday. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said one of the possible nominations had a family medical emergency and could not attend. The Commission will hold the vote next Monday. Commissioner Larry Cooper said that will be an important meeting. “At some […]
CRMC Starts Planning Major Addition
Cookeville Regional CEO Buffy Key told the hospital’s planning committee Tuesday that planning has begun for a new South Tower addition. Key said the project would include an all-new emergency room on the first floor and additional levels that could serve a variety of purposes. Key said the addition is much needed as the hospital […]
Van Buren Teacher Accused Of Inappropriate Photos
Some Van Buren County residents are upset about photos allegedly posted by a Van Buren County teacher on social media. The photos show the teacher in lingerie, in poses similar to a swimsuit photo shoot. Some of the teacher’s students are friends of the teacher on the social media site. Van Buren County Director Of […]
Titans Interest Could Challenge Tech TSSAA Bid
The Tennessee Titans could challenge Tennessee Tech’s goal to host the TSSAA football championships when Tucker Stadium upgrades are complete. A TSSAA official said the Titans have interest in the championships when the new stadium opens. Tennessee Tech Athletic Director Mark Wilson said the news is not a surprise. Wilson said he thinks Tech would […]
Chamber Helping Prepare For Plant Closure
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce is working to help Perdue, its employees, and the region to prepare for the Monterey plant closure. President and CEO Amy New said the chamber has put together a task force with the state to help manage the process. New said the task force plans to help Perdue employees […]
Overton Adds Equipment To Help With Rescues
Overton County Emergency Response Services adding new extrication equipment to improve response times and raise rescue rates. Livingston Fire Chief Rocky Dial said the equipment has been distributed to the department. Dial noted that employees reported the previous extrication tools were outdated, with some departments lacking any equipment entirely. “It was something that was greatly […]
