All Things TN Festival Promotes Local Economic Impact
Jamestown hosting the first All Things Tennessee Festival this weekend to celebrate the region and the things that make the state special. Fentress County Chamber of Commerce Assistant Director Seth Vaughn said the event originated from a group of business leaders who wanted to create a community-focused celebration in an area that saw a longtime […]
TCAT/Roane St Campus Reenergizing That Side Of Jamestown
Construction continues on the new TCAT/Roane State campus in Jamestown, with hopes it can transform the landscape of the city. Fentress Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the development of the nearly-finished campus could lead to more changes on that side of town. “This is probably the best thing that has happened for […]
Fentress EMS Relocation Enables Multiple Agency Expansions
Fentress County moving forward with the construction of a new EMS facility to enable the expansion of multiple county agencies while saving millions of dollars in future costs. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the project transitioned from a renovation of the existing 30-year-old ambulance building to a new construction project following a suggestion from […]
York State Park Reopens Honeymoon House As Office
Alvin York State Park has completed a restoration of the Honeymoon Cottage, which will reopen as an office for park rangers next to the Visitor Center. Park Ranger Tanner Wells said the house was originally owned by Alvin York’s oldest son and was last lived in in 1980. Since then, Wells said the house had […]
Fentress Schools Receive New Grant, Extra Tutoring Help
Fentress County Schools set to use a $75,000 Tutoring Innovation Grant to help bolster their in-house tutoring services. Fentress County Schools Director Kristi Hall said the grant is intended to increase the number of tutoring instructors. They will also use training to help guide students towards academic success. “Our students in Fentress County will be […]
Local Resident Leads Cleanup Of 12 Miles Across Hwy 127
Amidst the spirit of spring cleaning, one Fentress County resident leading an effort to clean up a 12-miles stretch of US 127. Jim Buck said he started with social media to organize a team of more than 80 volunteers. He said parents and grandparents to high school athletes, helped pitch-in and clean up “I contacted […]
Fentress Surpasses 100 Percent Waste Diversion In Annual Report
Fentress County is seeing major success in its recycling and waste reduction efforts, according to its latest Annual Solid Waste Progress Report. Fentress County Solid Waste Director Michael Rick said the report tracks landfill usage alongside recycling and reuse efforts. While Fentress County has a history of surpassing the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s […]
Fentress Repurposing Grant To Build New EMS Facility
Fentress County officials exploring plans to build a new EMS facility, shifting away from an earlier proposal to renovate and expand the existing building. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the County’s Rescue Squad and Senior Center are in need of expansions as well due to growth. Johnson said rather than spending additional money on […]
State Preparing To Demolish Historical Poor House
State officials are expected to move forward with plans to demolish the historic “Poor House” building located in front of York Institute. York Institute Director of Schools John Bush said the state has planned to demolish the building for some time. Bush said the structure was built in the late 1800s and has deteriorated significantly […]
Fentress Hiring Familiar Faces To Address Teacher Shortage
Fentress County Schools are looking close to home to combat a teacher shortage, hiring graduates of the district to return to the classroom. Fentress County Director of Schools Kristi Hall said the teacher shortage is an ongoing challenge for the district and for school systems across Tennessee. Hall said local graduates understand the county. “If […]
