Busy Boating Season For Local Marinas
Labor Day weekend is considered the end of the summer season, but with Upper Cumberland residents enjoying warn weather into October, is that the case at local marinas? Cedar Hill Boat Dock Master Ned Jones said business usually declines after July Fourth weekend. “People from the northern states they come down and have homes on […]
Cookeville Red, White and Boom Parking and Viewing Guidelines
If you plan to watch fireworks at the Putnam County Fairgrounds Saturday, be prepared to social distance. Putnam County Parks and Recreation Director John Ross Albertson said on arrival, viewers will be guided to specific parking spots with enough space to practice social distancing. County officials ask groups to stay within the designated parking throughout […]
Increased Water Patrols This Weekend For The Fourth
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will increase water patrols this weekend as a part of Operation Dry Water. Operation Dry Water is a national campaign to address impaired boat driving during the July 4th holiday. TWRA Information Specialist Mime Barnes said Fourth of July has the highest boating fatality rate across the United States. “This […]
Cookeville Fireworks Ordinances In Place
Cookeville residents have until July 5 to set off their own fireworks according to city ordinances. The city’s safety ordinance prohibits allows firework displays until midnight on the night of the Fourth and not past 10 p.m. on the fifth. City Manager James Mills said always keep water nearby. “You’re prohibited from exploding or igniting […]
Livingston Fireworks Will Happen At Central Park
The Livingston First Baptist Church July Fourth celebration will happen at Central Park. First Baptist Church consulted with local leaders and the Overton County Health Department to make the decision. Chairman of Recreation Ministry Greg Arnold said hosting the celebration at Central Park makes everyone safer. “At our church, everything is wide open and people can […]
Fireworks Only This Year In Algood
Live music, concession stands, and children activities will not be part of Algood’s Fourth of July celebration. The only event planned this year is the annual fireworks show. City Administrator Keith Morrison said this was a tough decision for he and the event committee. “It was very difficult, especially since we’ve made a lot of […]
Livingston Baptist 4th Of July Celebration Still In Planning Phase
Whether or not the Livingston’s 4th of July celebration will take place will depend on state guidances and local health officials. Organizer Greg Arnold said he hopes to receive a definite answer by June 15. “In the past we’ve always done it at First Baptist Church, but we’re also this year looking at Central Park […]
White County Freedom Celebration Will Proceed
White County’s annual Fourth of July Freedom Celebration will proceed this year. Pastor Steve Qualls has helped organize the celebration. He said he has been in constant contact with the mayor, sheriff, police chief, and other county officials. “We know some people think that maybe it’s terrible that we would do this,” Qualls said. “Our […]
Crossville 4th Celebration Still On, But Fireworks Only
The City of Crossville will celebrate the Fourth of July with a boom, but that’s about it. Day activities and concerts are cancelled for the day, leaving the fireworks show. Leisure Services Director Ethan Medley said social distancing will be encouraged during the fireworks show. “Normally, each year we have obviously the fireworks show here […]
