Cumberland Restores Historic Courthouse Clock To 1905 Form
Cumberland County has completed a custom restoration of the historic 1905 courthouse clock to preserve the original character of the downtown landmark. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the clock is an original component of the building’s construction and had been out of operation for several years. Foster said the county decided to move forward […]
Foster Remembers Mentorship, Tenacity, Legacy Of Mayberry
Former City of Crossville Mayor James Mayberry being remembered as a mentor who was instrumental in foundational work on major economic developments. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said Mayberry served as a vital guide to him during his first term in office after the two established a partnership based on mutual respect between the city […]
Utility Concerns Halt Cumberland County AI Data Centers
Cumberland County officials implementing a two-year moratorium on large-scale data centers to evaluate the potential strain they place on local water and electrical infrastructure. County Mayor Allen Foster said the decision stems from the significant utility requirements of these projects. Foster said the county currently faces a shortage of water and is already utilizing a […]
Cumberland Parks Plan Outlines Future Goals For County
Cumberland County is updating its Parks and Recreation master plan to maintain eligibility for state grants while outlining future improvements. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the TDEC requires the master plan to ensure the county remains qualified for funding opportunities. Foster said the update specifically adds new trail projects and removes completed items from […]
Ribbon Cut Friday At Cumberland’s Historic Courthouse
Cumberland County cut the ribbon Friday at the renovated historic courthouse, preserving the 1905 landmark for future generations. Mayor Allen Foster said the renovation included both repairs and modernization. Foster said the project also involved remediating asbestos found within the structure, which includes the original 1905 section and an addition built in the 1970s. “We’ve […]
Solar Farm Agreement Safeguards Cumberland Residents
A solar farm on the way to Cumberland County after officials approved an energy siting agreement with Silicon Ranch and Copeland LLC. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the agreement covers 1,600 acres of private property where the solar facility will be constructed. Foster said the the solar farm was coming to the county regardless, […]
Cumberland’s Foster Advances As Mayoral Candidate
Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster wins Tuesday night, capturing 79 percent of the vote. Foster said he takes the opportunity to serve his community very seriously. He said he was thankful for all those that showed up to support him in the primary race. “I thank God for that opportunity to serve,” Foster said. “It’s […]
Cumberland Courthouse Renovations Nearing Completion
Renovations to the historic Cumberland County Courthouse are nearing completion, with county officials expecting work to wrap up over the next few weeks. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the project is now in its final stages, having begun nearly four years ago after a water leak caused significant structural damage. Foster said the renovation […]
Cumberland Elections Recovering After Fire, Voting Locale Set
Cumberland County Officials are working to recover after a fire last week caused significant damage to the Cumberland County Election Commission office. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the election commission is currently setting up a temporary office located at the former Lansford Kawasaki building […]
Cumberland Mayor Appointed To Tech Board Of Trustees
Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster has been appointed to serve on Tennessee Tech’s Board of Trustees. Tech Public Relations Director Jonathan Frank said Foster will fill the last spot on the recently expanded board. Foster is a two-time graduate from Tennessee Tech, earning his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s degree in Strategic […]
