Fentress To Get Prices For New System, Upgrade Coverage
Fentress County Commission gave approval Monday night to the County’s Public Safety Departments to search for a new radio system. Fentress County EMS Director Daniel Coleman told the commission that over the last year and a half, the radio system has deteriorated. Coleman said in certain areas of the county, responders have to walk back […]
Clarkrange High Is TCAT Accredited, Culinary First Program
Clarkrange High School is now accredited with TCAT, allowing the school to hold TCAT classes on its campus. Clarkrange Principal Jason Bradley said the school will soon offer an evening culinary class. Bradley said the culinary classes will be open to adult learners and students on certain weeknights. Bradley said opportunities like this are big […]
127 Yard Sale Originated In Fentress, Begins Thursday
The 127 Yard Sale, the world’s longest yard sale, returns for its 29th year this week. Fentress County Chamber Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the 695 mile yard sale is headquartered in Fentress County. Rosenbaum said the idea came from a former County Mayor in the mid 90’s. “Fentress County Executive Mike Walker got together […]
Fentress $2.2 Million ARP Project To Help Northern Residents
The Fentress County Utility District will soon begin work on an estimated $2.2 million ARP project. Fentress County Utility District General Manager Lynn Delk said the project includes a new long-distance water line and pumping station for the north portion of the utility district’s water system. Delk said that portion of the system has not […]
Sentencing For Former Fentress Commissioner Moved
A sentencing hearing for former Fentress County Commissioner Mark Crabtree moved to September Monday. Crabtree resigned as a county commissioner last December after he was indicted on charges of stealing an estimated $22,000. Crabtree has been charged with one count of theft over $10,000, one count of forgery over $10,000, and one count of fraudulent […]
Byrdstown’s Hull Honored By Governor As Distinguished Artist
Bluegrass musician and Pickett County native Sierra Hull will be honored by Governor Bill Lee as a Distinguished Artist. Hull said the award was a surprise, but she feels grateful to be recognized for her contributions to the Tennessee music scene. Hull said it was a honor to be recognized since she is a born […]
Fentress Hosting Public Hearing To Increase County Revenues
Fentress County will host a public hearing Monday in hopes of getting ideas from the public on ways to increase county revenue. The public hearing comes after the county opted not to raise property taxes this year. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said property taxes and a private act are the only ways for the […]
Cumberland River Compact Retreat Shows Off Water Careers
Several Upper Cumberland Teachers were among the 16 who attended the two-day Cumberland River Compact water career retreat in Cookeville. Communications Director Meagan Hall said the Compact’s vision is to have clean and abundant water throughout the Cumberland River basin. Hall said educating teachers on water careers can help teachers show students another career opportunity. […]
Fentress Chamber Celebrates 50 Years Of Service This Week
The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce has been supporting business and the community for 50 years and the chamber will celebrate this week. Chamber Director Jacob Rosenbaum said Fentress County has a history of small business success, and it consistently ranks among the top counties for small businesses in Tennessee. Rosenbaum said local business leaders […]
UC Seniors Invited To First Senior Prom This Weekend
Seniors from across the Upper Cumberland can enjoy a new event Saturday afternoon, the first Senior Prom. Fentress County Senior Center Director Kelly Young said the success of the center’s winter formal and the beginning of prom season last spring sparked the idea. Young said the prom gives residents the chance to stay active and […]
