Public Transportation Numbers Growing In UC
A report detailing UCHRA’s public transportation programs showed success across the board during Monday’s executive committee meeting.
Author & Dog Pen Book On Hiking Marathon
Local Author Mikki Betker wanted to showcase the Upper Cumberland’s rich hiking trails, through the perspective of her dog. Betker and her dog Salsa The Wonder Doodle have participated in the annual Cumberland Hiking Marathon since 2020. As part of the marathon’s ten-year anniversary, Betker wrote a book detailing each trail included. “She’s very simple […]
Howard Previews 1st Season As Cumberland Coach
Rodney Howard enters his first season as Cumberland County Jets Volleyball Coach, looking to turn the Jets into a volleyball program. When the head coaching position opened up, Howard said he jumped at the chance to coach his daughters and their friends. With the first game just days away, Howard said this season will mark […]
Couple Donates $150,000 To Roane State Cumberland
A Cumberland County couple has donated $150,000 for the construction of a new health science wing at Roane State’s Cumberland campus. Roane State Foundation Executive Director Scott Niermann said Ann and Pepe Perron are long-time supporters of the college who deeply value the community and its education. Niermann said part of the gift is a […]
Local Coaches Said Vols Win Good For Game
The Vols College World Series victory seen by millions across the country, but the win will mean something more to the young ball players across the Upper Cumberland. The Vols led by head coach Tony Vitello took down Texas A&M, marking the first championship in program history. Upperman Baseball Coach Wes Shanks said the Volunteers […]
State’s Best Shooters Headed To Crossville
The Crossville Shooting Sports Park will host the 2024 Tennessee State Super-Sport and 5-Stand Championships this weekend. Since they won the bid last September, Manager Barry Kelly said he and his team have been hard at work getting the nearly 200-acre park in championship condition. Kelly said more than 100 participants from across the state […]
Foster Working On I-40 Upgrades At Flatrock
Cumberland County is working with the state to upgrade a section of I-40 near the new Flatrock Motorsports Park. County Mayor Allen Foster said he has been talking with the governor, legislators, and T-DOT about the needed upgrades. Foster said the exit near the park already has traffic issues. He said the increase in people […]
TSM Metal Works Moves to Crossville
TSM Metal Works will locate new operations in Crossville. The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development announced Wednesday the company will invest some $500,000, creating at least 20 jobs. The California fabrication company provides powder coating for multiple industries. General Manager Mark Thibodeau said he is sure the deal is mutually beneficial to the […]
Cumberland EMA Announces Weather App
The Cumberland County Emergency Management Agency is rolling out a new app to complement its weather alert service. Cumberland County EMA Assistant Director Christopher Cox, said the app uses data from the weather service to inform and alert residents to weather activity around Cumberland County. He said the app was inspired by another similar program […]
New Crossville Daycare Aims To Alleviate Lack Of Options
A new daycare facility called Crossroads Academy set to open this July to combat the lack of daycare options for Crossville’s school-aged children. Co-Owner Laura Brock is a retired teacher. She said she has seen parents struggle for years to care for their children in the hours immediately after school. Brock said the facility will […]
