Rosenbaum Targets Growth As New Fentress Executive
Newly elected Fentress County Executive Jacob Rosenbaum preparing to transition into his new role with a focus on implementing ways to manage the area’s recent economic expansion. Rosenbaum said the community must engage in a strategic planning process to address the challenges of rapid development. Rosenbaum said the county has experienced record-setting growth over the […]
Local Officials Detail Essential Election Day Requirements
Election administrators regionwide are preparing for a significant turnout as they finalize preparations for Thursday’s election. Overton County Elections Administrator Craig Story said polling locations will be open from 9am to 7pm at nine precincts throughout the county. Story said voters must cast their ballots at their specific community polling places rather than the early […]
Americana Treasures Highlight Annual 127 Corridor Sale
The Highway 127 Corridor Sale returns to the Upper Cumberland this week to offer travelers a unique experience of Americana across the world’s longest yard sale. Fentress County Chamber President Jacob Rosenbaum said the event spans 695 miles from Michigan to Alabama. Rosenbaum said the county remains the official headquarters for the massive route that […]
Two Saturday Tornadoes Confirmed In Fentress, Cumberland
National Weather Service Officials confirmed two EF0 tornadoes touched down in Cumberland and Fentress counties Saturday night. Officials said the first tornado touched down at 6:21 p.m. near Grapevine Road in Bledsoe County before moving northeastward into Cumberland County. Officials said the storm reached peak winds of 75 mph and traveled a path length of […]
Jennings Overcomes Disability For World Championship
Mikayla Jennings overcame multiple physical disabilities to secure her first world championship title with her horse at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville. Jennings said she has competed at the annual event since 2017 but had never reached the top of the podium until this year. Jennings said the victory followed years of […]
Fentress Officials To Rebid Transfer Sinkhole Repairs
Fentress County will rebid a repair project for a deteriorating concrete floor at the Solid Waste Transfer Station after receiving only one bid that exceeded $250,000. Solid Waste Director Michael Rick said the floor is deteriorating at a rapid rate due to what engineers believe is a sinkhole caused by groundwater. Rick said the current […]
Fentress Commission Honors Retiring Executive Johnson
County and state officials honored retiring Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson during Monday’s commission meeting with multiple proclamations and an honorary appointment from Governor Bill Lee. State Representative Kelly Keisling said the joint proclamation from the Tennessee House of Representatives recognizes Johnson’s leadership in securing millions of dollars in grants for the county since taking […]
SUV Strikes Unlit ATV In Fatal Fentress County Collision
A juvenile died and three others suffered severe injuries Thursday night after an SUV struck an unlit ATV on Banners Springs Road in Fentress County. The Tennessee Highway Patrol said the collision occurred at approximately 8:42 p.m. near the intersection of George Young Road. The ATV was traveling southbound with four juveniles on board and […]
State Recognizes York Institute For TCAP Math Growth
Tennessee’s Department of Education honoring York Institute for achieving a 9.1 percent increase in student math proficiency on recent TCAP tests. Director of Schools John Bush said the significant growth in math achievement is a testament to the hard work put in by students, teachers and families. Bush said he credited Principal Abbi Dunford and […]
Fentress Faces $300K In Flood Damage To Roads, Bridges
Fentress County is facing more than $300,000 in damages to infrastructure and property following the recent flood event. Fentress County EMA Director James Bilbrey said the total cost estimate includes significant repairs needed for roads and bridges as well as the removal of debris. Bilbrey said the county beginning the process of seeking state and […]
