Boat Dock Utility Remains Hopeful Of Sewage Approval
Despite some questions from Dekalb County Commissioners, Cookeville Boat Dock Road Utility District officials are optimistic of moving forward with sewer service. District Board President Grover Bennett, Jr. said the Commission tabled a motion Monday regarding the charter expansion for the Austin Bottom area. Bennett said commissioners had questions about the new proposal. “We’ve proposed […]
Basketball Spring Coaching Changes Continue In UC
The month of April has seen boys and girls Upper Cumberland high school teams make changes in head coaching roles. Cookeville Cavaliers boys basketball head coach Matt Hill has resigned from the position after two seasons and taking the Cavaliers to the sectional round this past season. A new head coach has yet to be […]
17th Century Smithville Cemetery Set For Next Upkeep
Over a year after receiving a some $40,000 boost from a kick-off fundraiser, the historic Smithville Town Cemetery taking the next step in renovations. Bethel Thomas Jr. said the project was made possible by the strong support of the community. Following the initial phase, Thomas said his team will build a cobblestone fence on the eastern […]
DeKalb Facing Shortage Of Foster Parents With New Coalition
DeKalb County is facing a critical shortage of local foster homes, with only three of the approximately 40 children currently in the foster care system placed within the county. Samantha Bowman is co-chair of the DeKalb County Foster Friendly Coalition, a new organization designed to help with the issue. Bowman said the coalition is working […]
Center Hill Seeing Stream Flow Issues From Lack Of Rain
Center Hill Lake is currently nine feet below its normal elevation for this time of year, experiencing stream flow issues due to a lack of rainfall. Nashville District Water Management Section Chief David Bogema and his team make daily release decisions for the regional dam system. He said the region needs the winter and spring […]
DeKalb Election Commission Early Voting Relocated For Security
Early voting begins Wednesday for the DeKalb County Election Commission at its new administrative office. DeKalb County Administrator of Elections Dustin Estes said the county commission recently decided to implement a single-point entrance at the courthouse to improve security. This security measure prompted the election office to seek a new, centrally located facility in Smithville […]
DeKalb Baby Shower Provides Vital Family Safety Resources
The DeKalb Prevention Coalition and the DeKalb County Health Department have partnered to host a community baby shower focused resources for expectant parents. DeKalb Prevention Coalition Director Jennifer Matthews said Saturday’s event aims to connect families with local health providers and prevention tools. “We want expectant parents to know, you know, just because we’re a […]
Toxic Meth Levels, Self-Defense Found In Dekalb Shooting
Prosecutors ruled a fatal December shooting on a DeKalb County roadway involving a Middle Tennessee State University professor self-defense. District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway finalized the decision after receiving the autopsy results for 41-year-old Ashleigh McKinzie. “Ultimately, yesterday was the final piece of the puzzle. The medical examiner report allowed us to complete our investigation,” […]
New Marker Honors Unknown Soldiers From Snow Hill
A new memorial stone will be dedicated Saturday, 163 years to the week after one of the most intense Civil War battles fought in the Upper Cumberland. The 1863 Battle of Snow Hill, fought near Smithville, will be remembered by the Savage Goodner Camp of Sons of Confederate Veterans. Past Commander Mike Corley said the […]
DeKalb Commission Split On Moving Forward With Zoning
A divided DeKalb County Commission remains at odds over zoning, after a recent vote failed to advance further discussion on a comprehensive land-use plan. The proposal, which would have continued conversations and study into potential zoning regulations, fell short of the votes needed to move forward. Commissioners on both sides say the issue ultimately comes […]
