White County School Board Deliberating Fundraisers
The White County School Board concerned about burdening the community with athletic fundraisers as teams work to manage program expenses. Board Member Tracy Fowler said several local businesses had approached her about being approached repeatedly by teams looking for money. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said finding a balance between helping teams stay afloat and […]
Tech Athletics Director Says Ohio Valley Conference Changes Present Opportunity
Tennessee Tech Athletics Director Mark Wilson views the changes happening in the Ohio Valley Conference as an opportunity. He said that while they come with some concern, it’s also a chance for the Ohio Valley Conference to be reimagined. “I think that change is inevitable in any kind of business,” Wilson said. “And certainly with […]
Tech Athletics Prepare To Start, Prepared For Pandemic Unknowns
Tennessee Tech Athletic Director Mark Wilson said his athletic department is ready for a new fall sports season. Wilson said the department is prepared to start with normal operations, despite the continuing unknown of the pandemic. He said the university can do what it takes to ensure students get onto courts and fields. “We feel […]
Tech In Early Stages Of Planning For Tucker Stadium’s Future
Tennessee Tech Officials are planning for the future of Tucker Stadium. A Tennessee Tech football alumni group heard of plans during the weekend to rebuild the stadium. News and Communications Director Joe Fisher said in a statement given Monday, that timeline and cost specifics are not ready at this time. “We are in the very […]
LA Booster Club Trying To Raise Money Without Home Football Games
The Livingston Academy Fastbreak Club is trying to supplement its fundraising without any home football games. Fastbreak Club Treasurer Bridgett Carwile said the club helps the basketball team cover expenses for tournaments and apparel. Carwile said July 16 the club is offering rib eye sandwiches to support the student athletes. “There will not be any […]
Tech Announces Broadcasting Veteran As News And Communication Director
Tennessee Tech has announced Joe Fisher as its News and Communications Director. Fisher brings more than four decades of experience, working most recently as director of broadcasting for Vanderbilt Athletics. Fisher said his mission is to take the stories from Tech to another level of recognition. “I’m just looking forward to trying to finding a […]
Putnam Middle School Athletics Now Eligible For State Tournaments
The Putnam County School System has joined the TMSAA for all of its middle school sports. Algood Middle School Athletic Director Ben Herron said there was a big push from coaches to join so that schools can play in state tournaments. Herron said there will be changes to schedules, practices and paperwork, but the biggest […]
White Co. High School Cheer Team to Host Mini Cheer Camp
After missing last year due to COVID, the White County High School Cheer Team is excited to announce the return of their Mini Cheer Camp Fundraiser. The fundraiser is a camp for all ages to come and brush up on their cheer skills either to prep for try-outs or just for fun. Varsity Head Coach […]
Jackson County Adopts 10-Year Master Plan For Parks And Rec
Jackson County Commissioners approved a 10-year master plan for parks and recreation Monday night. Mayor Randy Heady said that nothing is set in stone and things can be changed, but now the county is armed with a plan. Landscape Architect Kevin Guenther led the planning process. He said his recommendations to the county include boosting […]
