Voting Rights Act Of 1965 Celebrates 60th Anniversary
This summer marks the 60th Anniversary of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Tech History Professor Troy Smith said the legislation proved a game changer. The law prohibited states from changing voting laws without approval from the federal government. Smith said African American voter registration jumped to over 50 percent soon after. “It led to more […]
Crossville-Cumberland Co. Chamber Of Commerce Turns 60
The Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 60th anniversary on Tuesday. President Ethan Hadley said the chamber will observe the milestone with members and local businesses on Thursday. “At the Historic Depot in Crossville, we have a weekly Thursdays at the Amp concert series, so we’re going to combine that into a pro-longed […]
Cookeville Art Studio And Gallery Celebrates 60 Years
The Cookeville Art Studio and Gallery is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. The art organization originally known as the Cumberland Arts Society was formed by Reba Bacon in 1961. Board Secretary Terri Ritter said artists from all across the region have been a part of the society’s history. “The Upper Cumberland is such a […]
