Counties Consider Regional Waste Management Strategy
Upper Cumberland County leaders are considering a proposal to combine state grant funds to hire a single consultant for a mandated 10-year solid waste plan. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is requiring a new long-term waste management strategy. UCDD Executive Director Mark Farley said the state prefers regional cooperation over individual county efforts. […]
Declining Butterfly Population Could Impact Entire Ecosystem
A new Journal Science study said butterfly populations have dropped some 22 percent across 554 recorded species nationwide. Entomologist Karla Addesso said factors like urbanization, insecticide use, and climate shifts over time have contributed to the decline. Addesso said the decline could cause a trickle down effect to other species. “Every little animal out there […]
Jackson Co. Soil Conversation District Seeking A New Conservation Technician
The Jackson County Soil Conservation District is looking for a new employee to fill its Conservation Technician position. Office Manager Pamela Flatt said that they are looking for a cheerful, hardworking employee with ideally an agricultural background. “Familiar with agriculture, farming, especially someone with an agricultural degree would be really helpful,” Flatt said. “Someone who […]
State Parks To Remain Closed
The Upper Cumberland’s 10 state parks will remain closed until further notice. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation announced the extension Tuesday. All 56 parks statewide are included in the order. “We want to make sure that when we do reopen, visitors and our park staff can feel confident in their safety,” Deputy Commissioner […]
