Crossville Sports Authority Targets May Rec Facility Opening
Crossville Sports Authority targeting a May opening date for the city’s new recreation facility as construction enters its final stages. Upland Design Group’s Kevin Chamberlin said the project is making steady progress with window framing currently being installed to allow for the addition of exterior metal panels. Chamberlin said the construction team aims to complete […]
Jackson Creating First Local Fitness Center With Grant Funding
Jackson County plans to add the first fitness center in the county with $50,000 in ThreeStar grant funding. Mayor Randy Heady said a city-owned building on South Main Street in Gainesboro will be used. It sits next to the City Park. Heady said the plan is to purchase workout equipment to create a healthier workforce. […]
TTU’s Old Fitness Center Becomes Academic Wellness Center
Classes kicked off this week at Tennessee Tech, and the old fitness center is being put to use. It is now the Academic Wellness Center, and offers students courses whether their majoring in health or athletic training or just taking a general education course. Exercise Science Department Chair Dr. Christy Killman said even more courses […]
TTU Students Happy With New Center
After one week, Tennessee Tech’s new Fitness Center gained excellent reviews. Chemical Engineer major Dennis Piercy said as a grad student, he didn’t think he would be able to see the project finish, but he said it was worth the wait. “One of the best things is the variety,” Piercy said. “Like now they’ve introduced […]
Cookeville Leisure Service Fitness Classes Return
Fitness classes at the Cane Creek Recreation Center have restarted without issues. Leisure Services Special Programs Director Jen Webb said the process has run smoothly so far. “We have some people who are wanting to wait it out just a little bit longer, which we completely understand and respect,” Webb said. “You have some who […]
