Cookeville Pickleball Courts Big, Demand Continues Growing
New pickleball courts at Cane Creek Park will satisfy some need, but a local leader in the sport’s community said the demand continues to grow. USA Pickelball Association Ambassador Harry Smith said he sees the demand for more indoor courts. Smith said there are three dual-purpose courts shared with basketball in the local area. “First […]
New Crossville Daycare Aims To Alleviate Lack Of Options
A new daycare facility called Crossroads Academy set to open this July to combat the lack of daycare options for Crossville’s school-aged children. Co-Owner Laura Brock is a retired teacher. She said she has seen parents struggle for years to care for their children in the hours immediately after school. Brock said the facility will […]
FUMC Providing Five Weeks Of Classes For Lifelong Learners
First United Methodist Church in Cookeville offering five weeks of classes geared for those that never stop learning. Adventures in Lifelong Learning begins classes August 31st until September 30th. Servant Ministries Assistant Kathy Conrad said instruction targets people 55 and older that want to expand their knowledge. “It’s a great way for us to extend […]
New Guidelines: Churches Reopening in UC
Churches in the Upper Cumberland prepare to meet in sanctuary in the coming weeks. Cumberland Fellowship Church in Crossville will begin regular services starting May 17th. Administrative pastor Bob Tollich said their congregation started making plans last week to reopen at half capacity. “I know folks are excited ,” Tollich. ” We are […]
UC Methodist Churches Continue Online Services
Upper Cumberland United Methodist Churches will remain closed until May 31st. The First United Methodist Church of Cookeville Minister of Connection and Care Rob Wheeler said The Tennessee Conference of The United Methodist Church made the decision for the safety and health of the congregation. “We are trying to be as cautious as possible for […]
