McMinnville Hosting Two Free Virtual Business Workshops
The City of McMinnville hosting two free virtual workshops to help business owners strengthen their online presence with the new Google Merchant tool. McMinnville Tourism and Marketing Manager Jordan Pupols said a business’s Google listing is often the first impression it gives people. Pupols said the two workshop sessions will help businesses new and old […]
McMinnville Looking For Baseball, Softball Coaches
McMinnville Parks and Recreation is searching for youth baseball and softball coaches to keep up with one of the highest spring registrations in league history. McMinnville Athletic Coordinator Terry Beard said the pool of players is increasing every year. He said with over 500 kids signed up, five of the 40 teams are without a […]
Christmas Parades Crank Up Saturday Across Region
Christmas parade season goes into overdrive this weekend across the Upper Cumberland. Pickett County is celebrating the holidays with the “Christmas in Byrdstown” event and Christmas parade Saturday. It will be at the Pickett County Library featuring music, food, and even an appearance from Santa Claus. The event begins at 9am. The Jamestown Rotary Club […]
Kids Of The Community Christmas Party Dec 16 Gives Gifts To Kids In Need
Kids of the Community will host their annual Christmas party on December 16 where children and their families will enjoy a meal and receive gifts from sponsors. Kids of the Community Program Director Megan Marttala said the party is the only opportunity for many of the children invited to receive any presents this holiday season. […]
21st Annual Juneteenth Celebration in McMinnville
Young Men United hosting 21st Juneteenth Celebration in McMinnville Monday Young Men United Warren County will host their Annual Juneteenth Celebration commemorating the 1865 celebrations after federal troops arrived in Texas to proclaim that slaves had been freed two years prior. President Donald W. Crisp said the annual event is important both in remembering the […]
McMinnville PD’s Maggi Fann Named Officer Of The Year
McMinnville Police Officer Maggi Fann was named Officer of the Year by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office. Fann said she received the award for her quick response and lifesaving actions during an overdose case. She said she was on her way to work when she noticed a man slumped over in his car. “Come to […]
McMinnville’s Park Theater To Start VIP Season Pass System
After much community interest, McMinnville’s Park Theater will start a new season pass system. Manager Kevin Roberts said that in previous years, they didn’t feel they had enough shows to warrant a season pass system. He said with this year’s lineup, they felt they could finally provide the service. “We want to be able to […]
Warren Getting Tennessee Music Pathways Marker Honoring Dottie West
Warren County is set to honor McMinnville native and country music legend Dottie West Monday. A Tennessee Music Pathways marker dedication will be held on the steps of McMinnville’s Chamber of Commerce. Tourism Development Board Chair Sarah Cantrell said that marker will allow the legend of West to live on in McMinnville. “For us to […]
McMinnville Tourism Development Board Searching For Administrator
McMinnville’s Tourism Development Board is on the hunt for a new administrator. Chairperson Sarah Cantrell said that with growth in tourism for the area, it’s become an increasing need to have someone as the contact point for the board. “You don’t really hear about tourism-related jobs a lot but it’s very specific in an economic […]
McMinnville PD Hosting Car Seat Inspection Event
McMinnville Police Department is hosting another child passenger seat inspection day this Saturday. The event is set up Lieutenant Mark Mara said the event sees some 60 to 70 percent of car seats installed incorrectly. “The most common mistake that they make is one they don’t have enough time to do it correctly,” Mara said. […]
