A joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Overton County Sheriff’s Department resulted in the arrest of a Baxter man in connection to a homicide. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said agents began working alongside local detectives

Tennessee Tech is opening a free outpatient mental health clinic this fall to address the shortage of care providers and eliminate financial barriers for residents across the Upper Cumberland. Center for Addiction Prevention and Support Director and Tennessee Tech Department

McMinnville Animal Control recently earned state licensure, allowing the facility to acquire medications directly from suppliers and officially recognizing its high operational standards. McMinnville Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the department pursued the certification to demonstrate the quality of

The Cookeville Rescue Mission plans to offer increased capacity and more services to provide additional resources for guests as the organization celebrates its 50th anniversary. Cookeville Rescue Mission Executive Director Will Roberts said the organization aims to collaborate with community

Two Monterey Schools were placed on a soft lockdown on Wednesday as law enforcement investigated a shots-fired incident. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and Monterey Police Department responded to Arrowhead Drive after receiving a call reporting the incident. Putnam County

Fine arts students at Cumberland County High School are taking full control of a collaborative performance Thursday to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary through music, poetry, and historical documents. Cumberland County High School Theater Teacher Angela Robbins helped guide the

White County Schools will strengthen literacy instruction across its middle and high schools after receiving a $400,000 state grant. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the district was awarded the four-year Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant. Dronebarger said the funding

Enrollment in Tennessee Tech’s College of Arts and Sciences has remained stable in recent years, though many programs are declining nationally. Dean Dr. Darren Snider said while there was a decline during and immediately after COVID-19, enrollment has leveled off

Cookeville Regional’s major expansion in neurological care now complete, as hospital leaders officially opened the new 4 West Neuro Stepdown unit Tuesday. CRMC 4 West Director of Nursing Laura Kee said the new unit will focus on neurological and neurosurgical

The Van Buren County Commission unanimously approved spending $11,117 in grant funds Monday night to replace the failing heating and cooling systems at the Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum. Van Buren County Historical and Heritage Museum Representative Jimmy

Monterey Aldermen approved a resolution to establish a city administrator position during a special-called meeting on Monday. The resolution will be sent to the State Legislature for approval. While many details about the position, including job duties and funding, remain

The Fentress County Commission voted eight to two Monday night to appoint Hunter Fowler as the new sheriff. Fowler will serve the remainder of the term until the August election. He defeated Rodney Insco and Gary Ledbetter in the selection

Students at White County High School are getting a hands-on look at emergency response thanks to three new 911 simulators now up and running in the classroom. Principal Greg Wilson said the simulators are designed to better prepare students for

Fentress County officials are seeking public input as part of a new federal grant that will improve roadway safety across the county. Fentress County Highway Superintendent Ryan Reed said the county currently in the planning phase with the Safer Streets

The Tennessee Tech Police Department reports an increase in safety complaints, urging students to look up from their phones and stay aware of their surroundings while walking on campus. Tennessee Tech Police Department Captain Mark Hillis said the department is

Cookeville Officials said the city is doing all it can to encourage development that would aim to reduce the need for affordable housing. A recent report from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency found Cookeville and the Upper Cumberland region could

Health officials say a newly identified opioid known as cychlorphine is emerging as a growing concern across Tennessee, prompting renewed warnings about overdose risks and the importance of public awareness. Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist Justin Cantrell said cychlorphine is part

A Cumberland County Tourism Summit Thursday will bring together local leaders, business owners, and community partners to explore the future of tourism in the region. Director of Tourism and Executive Director of Downtown Crossville PJ Barnes said the summit will

A new Upper Cumberland Veterans Cemetery officially set to move forward in White County after meeting last week. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson met with state leaders to finalize the next steps for the regional site. The state is

The City of Sparta will begin its annual system-wide water flush Monday, a routine but essential process for the city’s water system. Sparta Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the flushing is required each year by the Tennessee Department of