Fentress To Bring Back Emergency Medical Responder Training
Fentress County looking to bring back Emergency Medical Responder courses. Fire Chief Larry Cooper said the course helps to prepare those in the community to aid in emergency medical situations until EMS professionals can arrive. “We’ve got several areas in the county that if EMS gets a call they could be 25-plus minutes from that […]
Fentress Commission Working For Solution On Black House Mountain Road
A public hearing in Fentress County Thursday night to help the county decide the next steps for offroad vehicles on Black House Mountain Road. County Commissioner Lester Gooding said there was a good turnout of members of the community and representatives of the campgrounds nearby. He said there will be efforts for a compromise between […]
York Institute Creating Associates Degree Opportunity For UC High School Students
York Institute collaborating with Roane State Community College to help high school students graduate with Associates Degrees. Director of Schools John Bush said the process to create a “Middle College” has been several years in the making. Students will earn degrees in general studies, including courses in science, math, and English. “We shouldn’t just be […]
Noise Ordinance Fails In Fentress County Commission Vote
A motion to create a plan for a noise ordinance in Fentress County failed during voting at the County Commission’s recessed meeting Thursday night. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the discussion was brought up after several recent events at the Catoosa Event Center drew community concerns. With one commissioner absent and a need for a […]
Fentress Working To Upgrade Emergency Communications System
Fentress County Commission approved an interlocal agreement for a radio tower and other equipment with the City of Byrdstown. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the county’s emergency communication system had not had work done on it in many years, and has had some difficulties with the county’s topography. “We have hills and we have […]
127 Yard Sale Kicks Off Thursday At Several UC Locations
The 35th annual 127 Yard Sale will return to the Upper Cumberland Thursday. It covers 690 miles from Michigan to Alabama. Along the way, it will cross through Jamestown where Chamber of Commerce Tourism and Membership Director Seth Vaughn expects a large turnout. “Our businesses really prosper throughout this time of year,” Vaughn said. “They’re […]
Fentress Sheriff’s Deputies Recover Drugs, Cash During Festival Patrols
Fentress County Sheriff’s Deputies recovered drugs, drug paraphernalia, and cash over the weekend in patrols around the Sound Haven Music Festival. Sheriff’s Deputies retrieved over 51 grams of marijuana and 32 grams of mushrooms. Deputies also confiscated 10 grams of Ketamine which is used to facilitate sexual assault crimes, due to it causing people to […]
Fentress County To Consider Options For Regulating Festival Activity
Fentress County Commission will consider options to control noise and potential other factors at festivals and events. That after a recent festival at the Catoose Event Center this month brought forth several complaints. Concerns about noise, nudity, drug, and alcohol use were discussed by county commissioners. County Commissioner Benny Hughes: “This is something we can’t […]
Home Repair Grants Open For Cumberland, Fentress Veteran Home Owners
Veterans that own a home in Cumberland or Fentress County may be eligible for home repairs through a grant program. A Crossville Low-Income Housing non-profit called Creative Compassion is administering the funds. Deputy Director Mark Baldwin said up to $7,500 can be awarded for non cosmetic upgrades. “We’re always grateful for their service to our […]
Fentress Community Walks For Victims Participating In National Rights Week
Fentress County residents gathered at South Fentress Park Thursday morning participating in the 2nd Annual Walk for Victims. It’s all a part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Victim Advocate Norris Skelley said the time was spent celebrating the strength and resilience of victims of crime. “Crime victims did not ask for this to happen […]
