Biz Foundry’s Powered By Her Initiative Returns To Livingston
The Biz Foundry’s Powered by Her initiative returning to Livingston after a year long hiatus, and the response has been good so far. Biz Foundry Vice President Tiffany Anton Anton said the initative is meant to empower female entrepreneurs with support and community. Anton said a lack in interest ended the Livingston program several years […]
Tech’s College Town Kickoff A Growing New Tradition
Tennessee Tech’s College Town Kickoff event in Downtown Cookeville may be relatively new, but it has already become a highlight of the school year. Tech News and Public Relations Director Jonathan Frank said the block party and concert was started three years ago to give students a high-energy welcome to Tech and expose them to […]
New Veterans Organization Team RWB Hosting Event
A new organization founded by veterans is hosting it’s first annual Eaglepalooza on Saturday to help local veterans build community. Chapter Captain Anna Hummel, a veteran, said Team RWB was founded to help veterans regain their sense of belonging and community that may have been lost while transitioning back to civilian life. Hummel said Eaglepalooza […]
Livingston Preparing For Falloween Event This Saturday
One of Livingston’s biggest community events happening this Saturday as a part of the Halloween weekend. It’s the seventh annual Falloween. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said over 4,500 pieces of candy have been purchased to be given out. “This is a completely free event,” Cantrell said. “It’s free to attend, and it’s […]
Peaks of Hope Hosting Livestream Event For Blended Families
Crossville’s Peaks of Hope hosting a livestream event this Saturday on how to handle and evolve your blended family. The seminar is designed for non-traditional families like stepfamily couples, single parents, dating couples with children and all of those who care about blended families. Executive Director Scott Allen said the livestream will be held by […]
Jackson Central Fire Department Hosting Car Show Fundraiser
Jackson County Central Fire Department will host a car show this Saturday, October 2nd. Chief Jeff Conn said that the event will have food booths, snow cones from Pelican’s, and prizes for the show. He said that all proceeds will benefit the department. “We have a 1978 brush truck that’s used for fires in woods […]
Tennessee Tech’s Preview Day Helps Students Feel Comfortable With College
A place for students and parents to get a taste of what life as a Tennessee Tech student has to offer. That’s what Tech’s 2021 “Preview Day” is all about this weekend. Director of Admissions Steve Keller said the goal is to help students and their families feel more comfortable with the prospect of college. […]
Monterey’s Scarepoles Return As A Community Decorating Contest
A unique type of scarecrow comes out each fall in Monterey. The town’s Scarepoles return after a successful inaugural event last year. Aldermen Amy Martin said each participant is assigned a utility pole which serves as the starting point to build a unique scarecrow. “The best thing that it does is bring smiles to all […]
Baxter’s Harvest Festival Returns To Celebrate Community And Local Vendors
Baxter’s Harvest Festival returns to have another year celebrating everything “Homegrown In Tennessee” on Saturday, September 25th. Festival Committee Member Jeanie Lee said that the festival will be in celebration of both the state’s 225th birthday and the Baxter community itself. “Of course we’ll have homegrown food and we’ll have all kinds of entertainment, live […]
WCTE Inviting Community To Wish Magura Farewell
WCTE is opening its station doors for Becky Magura’s community sendoff on Friday. Station Manager Avery Hutchins said this is a chance to share memories and well wishes with Magura before she joins Nashville Public Television. Hutchins said this would not be possible without community support over Magura’s 39 years at the station. “She has […]
