Young People Learn Through Annual Conservation Contest
The Cumberland County Soil and Water Conservation District holding a stewardship poster contest for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade. The District’s Lynn Carey said the annual contest allows the Conservation District a chance to reach out to young people with information about habitats and their importance. “We feel that the future for conservation itself […]
CPWA, South Cumberland Utility Make Progress On Merger
The Cumberland Plateau Water Authority and South Cumberland Utility District making progress toward a potential merger. Authority General Manager Jeff Dyer said officials have been in contact with utilities throughout Cumberland County. Dyer said the initial discussions with South Cumberland Utility have been positive, and the four-step process of merging is moving along. “At this […]
Cumberland County High School FFA Honored Nationally
The Cumberland County High School FFA chapter honored as a national three-star chapter, the highest ranking in the chapter award program. FFA Supervisor Jason Atkinson said the award did not come without hard work. Only 20 schools in the state were eligible for three-star status. Atkinson said he thinks the chapter’s planning was a priority […]
Fairfield Glade Hosts Putt’n With The Police, Public Invited
The community can Putt with the Police of Fairfield Glade this week, a way to introduce officers to the public. Fairfield Glade Chief of Police Kate Self said the idea came from the national Coffee with a Cop program. Self said this is an opportunity for people to ask officers questions and voice their concerns […]
Cumberland County Gets $5 Million For Fairgrounds Arena
The arena at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds will receive some $5 million in upgrades thanks to money from the state. County Mayor Allen Foster said the money will go towards adding a roof to the arena and adding more restroom facilities. Foster said the roof has been discussed for years, and the project can finally […]
Bomb Threat Made Against Crossville Dollar General
An investigation underway after a bomb threat at a Crossville Dollar General Market Friday morning. Crossville Police report several notes were found at the Miller Avenue store threatening to “blow up” the building. Cumberland County High School, Martin Elementary, and Phoenix School were all put on soft lockdown this morning to ensure no students visited […]
UC Athletic Directors Making Final Football Preparations
High School Athletic Directors putting the finishing touches on football’s returns to the Upper Cumberland Friday night. Stone Memorial hosts York in Friday’s opener. Athletic Director Nathan Brown said some of the challenges this week were water for the new field and preparing a new game clock operator to ensure perfect execution under the lights. […]
Plateau Ag Institute Hosting Steak And Potatoes Day
Experts on all things beef, fruit, and vegetable production will be on hand for the Plateau Ag Research and Education Center’s Steak and Potatoes Field Day Thursday. Center Director Walt Hitch said this event will feature speakers on multiple cattle and crop production-related topics. Hitch said producers can benefit from expert insight about increasing profitability […]
Growth Prep, Cumberland EMS Recruiting Part Time EMTs
Cumberland County Emergency Services searching for new help, especially part time EMTs. EMS Director Chris Miller said the department is well staffed, but growth in the county means they are always looking for good part time employees. Miller said being an EMT is not for everyone, but the work is very rewarding. “It comes down […]
2025 Cumberland County Fair Set Begin Monday
The 2025 Cumberland County Fair returns next week with the theme “Don’t Worry Kids We Goat This.” The Cumberland County Fair has existed for over 70 years. Fair President Danny Smith said every year, the fair exemplifies local agriculture. “That’s what are county is all about, you know, farming and helping neighbors and stuff,” Smith […]
