Fentress Summer Learning Program Added To Budget
The Fentress County Board of Commissioners approved a series of budget amendments Monday, including funding for summer education programs. Fentress County Director Of Schools Kristi Hall said said the largest single amendment was for $283,523 to set up summer learning camps funded by the state. She said the county is hosting these camps to help […]
Alvin York’s Fentress Legion Post 137 Marks Centennial
Fentress County’s American Legion Post 137 celebrating its centennial anniversary of serving local veterans and continuing a legacy established by Sergeant Alvin C. York. Adjutant Rodger Guest said the American Legion originally formed in France following World War I. The goal: to ensure that service members returning home received better care and advocacy than those […]
Pine Haven Security Upgrades Entering Final Phases
Fentress County Schools entering the final phase of a multi-year infrastructure project to replace the doors at Pine Haven School to improve campus safety and energy efficiency. Fentress County Director of Schools Kristi Hall said the project will cost approximately $200,000. Hall said the project began several years ago using ESSER funds. Hall said the […]
Honeymoon House Restoration Earns York Park Recognition
Sergeant Alvin C. York State Historic Park honored by the Tennessee Historical Commission for the successful restoration of the Honeymoon House. Park Manager Nate Dodson said the annual award recognizes entities including state and local governments and historical societies for excellence in historic preservation. Dodson said the 1940s residence served as the home for Sergeant […]
Upper Cumberland Libraries Kick Off Summer Reading
Libraries across the Upper Cumberland kicking off summer reading programs for all ages featuring live performers and incentive prizes to prevent learning loss during the school break. Fentress County Public Library Director Donna Conatser [Cun-Nantz-er] said the kickoff events begin June 2 for adults, followed by programs for children and teens. Conatser said students who […]
Clarkrange Announces New Girls’ Basketball Head Coach
Former Clarkrange Assistant Basketball Coach Howard Bristol will take over as Girls Basketball Coach at Clarkrange. Bristol becomes the first new coach for the Buffaloes in nearly half a century. Bristol said he wants to give his all to his new team and the legacy of Lamar Rogers. “There’s certainly gonna be a lot of […]
Reagon Pleads To Misdemeanor, Gives Up Law Enforcement
Former Fentress County Sheriff Michael Reagon agreed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge of tampering with or destroying governmental records. As part of the plea agreement, Reagon is permanently barred from serving as a law enforcement officer. Court documents said Reagon voluntarily waived his right to a trial and formal indictment to receive a […]
Fentress Red Cross Volunteer Honored For 45 Years Service
The American Red Cross Organization honoring a Fentress County man for 45 years of volunteer service for military service members and their families. Red Cross Volunteer Billy Jennings Sr. said he serves in a position known as Aid to Military Families (AFES). Jennings said he has owned a funeral home since 1977 and recognized a […]
York’s Pile Steps Down From Coaching Citing Family
Long-time high school basketball coach Rodney Pile officially announced his resignation as the York Institute boy’s basketball coach. Pile said his wife, Stacie Lynette, was diagnosed with breast cancer and will undergo chemotherapy treatment. Pile said he wanted the time to be there to support his wife, just as she supported him throughout his lengthy […]
Dry Conditions Strain Upper Cumberland Cattle Producers
The lack of rain forcing cattle producers across the Upper Cumberland to harvest hay earlier than planned to maintain their livestock. Fentress County Extension Director John Gunter said a three-week gap in moisture significantly impacted the growth of cool-season grasses during a critical production window. While many producers applied fertilizer to their fields, Gunter said […]
