Crossville Council Approves New Data Center Moratorium
Crossville City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance Tuesday to establish a two-year moratorium on data centers within the city limits. Mayor RJ Crawford said the moratorium provides time for officials to establish proper guidelines and ensure that these facilities do not over-extend the city. Cumberland County has passed a similar ruling. “I […]
Town Hall To Tackle Complex Health And Elder Law Issues
The Associates of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1015 hosting an Elder Law Town Hall Wednesday to provide clarity on powers of attorney and asset management for caregivers and veterans. President Sherri Teepen said the event is to ensure families understand the legal requirements and necessary next steps if a loved one’s health conditions worsen. […]
Free Fares Drive Record Growth For UCHRA Transportation
UCHRA reports a 17.6 percent increase in ridership over the last fiscal year after waiving the $1 fare for its city “Go” routes. Transportation Hub Manager Jenel Hill said the agency provided 125,597 total rides across Putnam, Cumberland and Warren County during the fiscal year that ended in June. Hill said the decision to eliminate […]
Hiccups Delay Crossville Model Railroad Club Groundbreaking
Construction delays appear to be nearing an end for the Crossville Model Railroad Club’s new 3,000-square-foot facility on West Avenue. Public Relations Spokesperson Ann Grogitsky said the organization expects to begin construction shortly after resolving several administrative requirements. Grogitsky said the club recently transitioned to a non-profit status to better facilitate community donations and business […]
Crossville Culinarian Chases $25,000 Prize And TV Debut
A Crossville culinarian competing in a national competition that could lead to a television appearance and $25,000 in prize money. Jason Bour said the competition serves as a fundraiser for the James Beard Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving food standards. Bour said the foundation specifically works to increase diversity by supporting women and minority […]
T-DOT Schedules Nightly Repaving For Crossville’s Main
The long-awaited repaving of Crossville’s Main Street will begin Sunday. Crossville Mayor R.J. Crawford said the city has been requesting the T-DOT project for at least four years to coincide with recently completed sidewalk and street light improvements. “Well, the big thing with this is that, you know, business owners and those that frequent Main […]
Foster Remembers Mentorship, Tenacity, Legacy Of Mayberry
Former City of Crossville Mayor James Mayberry being remembered as a mentor who was instrumental in foundational work on major economic developments. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said Mayberry served as a vital guide to him during his first term in office after the two established a partnership based on mutual respect between the city […]
Crossville Businessman And Civic Leader Mayberry Dies
Crossville City Council Member James Mayberry passed away Monday morning. Mayberry previously served as Mayor Of Crossville from 2014-2022. He is also the owner of Mayberry Complete Home Furnishings in Cookeville and Crossville. Crossville City Manager Valerie Hale said in a statement Mayberry truly loved the city. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Tech Achieves Record Graduates And Research Growth
Tennessee Tech achieved a record-breaking 2,644 graduates this year as the university continues to see rapid growth in its research funding and academic rankings. President Phil Oldham said the graduation total represents a 10 percent increase over the previous year and is the highest number in the history of the institution. Oldham said the university […]
Crossville Wildlife Photographer Secures TWRA Selection
A Crossville wildlife photographer secured a repeat selection for TWRA’s annual calendar after submitting a photograph of a black bear mother and her cub. Bill Gelsleichter said the winning image was captured just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. “I enjoy the wildlife in Tennessee and pretty much anywhere, and it’s just when somebody looks […]
