Dailey Emerging As Key Bat For Clay County Softball
Clay County Lady Bulldogs sophomore Analiece Dailey is already proving to be one of the most impactful hitters in the lineup for the softball team this season. Dailey, who has played softball since she was eight years old, has quickly developed into a reliable offensive presence. After spending her early years in travel ball alongside […]
UC Rescue Squads Receive New State Aid To Assist Efforts
At least 15 Upper Cumberland rescue squads will share in a $5 million state grant to purchase life-saving equipment and improve emergency response times. Rickman Volunteer Fire Department Chief William Curd said his department is receiving just over $65,000 from the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s office allocation. The funding will allow the department to purchase […]
Clay County’s Adams Commits To University Of The Cumberlands
Clay County’s all-time leading tackler is taking his next step. For Reece Adams, that step is continuing both his academic and athletic career at University of the Cumberlands, a decision shaped by years of work, support, and steady growth into one of the Upper Cumberland’s most complete football players. Adams, a senior running back and […]
Moral Reconation Therapy Added To Clay County Approach
Clay County inmates preparing for successful reentry into society by completing a 12-step moral reconation therapy program. Clay County Anti-Drug Coalition Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Dwayne Rich said the structured cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on improving decision-making skills and impulse control. Rich said the program targets the root causes of addiction and criminal behavior to […]
Keen’s Relentless Approach Fuels Clay County’s Momentum
For Clay County Bulldogs senior Aiden Keen, baseball has always been about consistency, effort and finding ways to keep momentum on his team’s side. Keen has grown into a dependable presence for Clay County, contributing both at the plate and in the field. Whether serving as a designated hitter or stepping in at first base, […]
Clay County Public Library Closing Temporarily In April
The Clay County Public Library will temporarily close beginning April 3 as construction crews enter a major phase of the facility’s expansion and renovation project. Library Director Alecia Burns said the library will be closed to the public until June. Burns said the closure is needed as the contractor has progressed the project to begin […]
Home Rehab Program Returning To Clay, Help Large Need
Clay County residents could soon see much-needed home improvements aimed at helping those living in unsafe or substandard conditions. UCDD Community Development Planner Megan Reagan said the program last served the county in 2019. This year, Clay County received an estimated $540,000 grant from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency. Reagan said the program is designed […]
Several Trees Down Hermitage Springs, Storms Moving Out
Several trees were knocked down Wednesday in the Hermitage Springs area as a severe thunderstorm moved through the region. The Clay County 911 Center reported that most of the fallen trees were along county and state highways, but none are currently blocking traffic. The storm also brought reports of golf ball-sized hail. T-DOT and local […]
Walden Setting Tone In Pitching Circle And At Shortstop
From backyard beginnings to becoming one of the most important pieces of the Clay County High School softball program, Baylor Walden’s journey with the Lady Bulldogs has been shaped by family, leadership and a love for the game. Walden first picked up a softball at six years old while playing travel ball. A few years […]
Forester: Spring Will Show More Ice Storm Damage In Clay
As trees begin their spring bloom, damage from January’s ice storm will become more apparent, especially in Clay County’s tree canopy. Tennessee Division of Forestry Communications and Outreach Unit Leader Megan Carpenter said the regional forester confirmed that many trees have significant damage. Carpenter said the amount of debris in Clay County is no surprise […]
