HRS Reopens Celina Wait List For Affordable Housing
Highlands Residential Services has reopened applications for low-income housing in Celina. Director of Operations Chris Cassetty said the portal closed in the fall due to large waiting lists. “I think we have a couple that are coming available,” Cassetty said. “Certainly since we have opened the waiting list, we may have even had some people […]
UC Habitat For Humanity Repairing Homes Of Seniors This Spring
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications from senior homeowners for its spring home repair projects. The goal is to bring Putnam and Overton County homes to standards so seniors can age in place. Neighbor 2 Neighbor Project Manager Hope Craig said homeowners must be 60 years or older. “It really benefits everybody who […]
Clay County Mitten Tree Accepting Applications For Children
Clay County’s Mitten Tree gift assistance program will be accepting applicants Tuesday. Parents or guardians can apply at the Clay County Women’s building from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Volunteer Misty Strong said any child under 18-years-old is eligible. “Because of all those people that are willing to pick up mittens from locations within our […]
UCHRA Grant Program For Energy Bill Assistance Increases Benefits
A UCHRA federal grant program for energy bills has received more money, meaning benefit amounts for applicants have increased. The Low Income Energy Assistance Program helps income eligible households pay heating and cooling bills. Community Services Manager Tashanna Hooks said the maximum amount for a household went up from $650 to $1,000. “It’s very helpful […]
Baxter Harvest Festival Still Seeking Vendors
The Baxter Harvest Festival is still seeking vendors for the event’s return on September 25. Festival Committee Member Jeanie Lee said it is exciting to be back after COVID cancelled things last year. Lee said it is an important year to return and hopes there are vendors who can highlight what makes Baxter special. “It’s […]
Tennessee Tech Fall 2022 Admissions Open For Applications
Admissions for Tennessee Tech’s Fall 22 semester are now open. Director of Admissions Steve Keller said that when it comes to applying, the most important component is for students to show their desire for higher education. “What we want at Tennessee Tech is students who are willing to work hard and want to earn a […]
Jackson Schools Taking Applications For Pre-K Program
Jackson County Schools are now taking applications for its Pre-K programs. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said it’s an opportunity for students to get ahead in their education before they begin kindergarten. “I know that our teachers work a lot on students making friends and getting used to coming to school,” Brown said. “Especially if […]
HRS Temporarily Closing Most Housing Applications On July 31st
Highlands Residential Services will temporarily close most housing applications starting July 31st due to long waiting lists. Executive Director Dow Harris said only Oak Tree Towers will continue accepting potential residents while applications for public housing, Walnut Village and Willow Heights will pause. “There were 278 persons or families on the public housing waiting list […]
Jackson Election Commission Searching For New Administrator
Jackson County is searching for a new elections administrator. Clay Thaxton left the position for a new job opportunity after eight years in the role. Election Commission Chair Jim Pappas said applications are due by noon Wednesday at the county courthouse. “We would like to have somebody that has pretty near the same qualifications that […]
Applications Due Friday For Clay, Jackson Co. Veterans Service Officer
The application period for the Clay and Jackson County Veterans Service Officer position comes to a close Friday. Richard Accurso is a local veteran leading the hiring panel. Accurso said about six candidates have expressed interest in the job. “What we are trying to do is get this probably immediately after we start the interview […]
