Wild About Cats Earns $5,000 In National Prize Money
Wild About Cats of Cumberland County expanding its lifesaving efforts for local stray cats after winning a $5,000 national prize. President Cindy Hughes said community members and friends advocated for the rescue. Hughes said the national recognition provides a significant financial boost that allows the organization to maintain its focus on reducing the local kitten […]
Official Said Parents Must Be Involved With ATV Safety
A fatal crash between an ATV and a vehicle serves as a reminder of the regulations and safety requirements for using ATVs. Cumberland County Deputy Sheriff Tashaua Stone said children under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult when operating these vehicles. Stone said it is not against the law for unlicensed […]
Cumberland Plateau Water Authority Plans Strategic Regionalization
The Cumberland Plateau Water Authority beginning a process to streamline delivery by merging policies and operating procedures to improve efficiency for a growing customer base. General Manager Jeff Dyer said the organization has grown from no customers to more than 16,500 through the merger of three specific utilities. Dyer said the authority is currently focused […]
Sheriff’s Office Trains Parents To Fight Online Predators
The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office hosting a series of “Inside the Dark Web” classes training parents and guardians on how to protect children online. Cumberland County Investigator Sarah Smith said the department is offering the training because of an alarming increase in online activity among juveniles. Smith said many children are hiding their digital interactions […]
Tennessee Tech Graduate To Serve As TDA Legal Counsel
Tennessee Tech graduate and Cumberland County native Matthew McClanahan has been named the General Counsel for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture. McClanahan will provide legal counsel to the department and support agency leadership while overseeing legal matters. Commissioner Andy Holt said the role involves helping the TDA fulfill its mission of serving and promoting agriculture […]
Authorities Alert Parents To Unauthorized Care Deposits
An alert for Cumberland County parents about an unauthorized business claiming to offer after-school care at school facilities for the new school year. Cumberland County Schools, he Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, and Crossville Police Department alerting parents Thursday about a local business advertising the program. The business claimed it would use multiple school facilities despite […]
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. […]
Upper Cumberland TCAP Test Scores Trending Upward
State TCAP numbers released Monday show an average of 39.1 percent of Upper Cumberland students showing proficiency in English/Language ELA and 37.6 showing proficiency in math across all grades. Proficiency rate includes those who met or exceeded expectations this year. These numbers rose in both areas across the region. White County stood out with the […]
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 […]
