Monterey’s Miss Standing Stone Beauty Pageant Returns For 2021
The Miss Standing Stone Beauty Pageant makes its return on Saturday, September 18th. Former Director Katelyn Hicks said that the Miss Standing Stone Beauty Pageant is a place for young ladies to make friends and experience the pageant world without being in a high-stress situation. “We try to make it as stress-free as possible,” Hicks […]
Fundraising Begins To Send Clay 4-H Livestock Judging Team To Nationals
The Clay County 4-H Livestock Judging Team needs help getting to the national competition in Kansas City, Missouri. 4-H Extension Agent Kristen Rich said the first fundraiser to reach the goal of $8,000 will be a pork loin lunch on August 6. Rich said the team placed in the state competition and has a tough […]
Cumberland Animal Shelter Exceeds Fundraising Goal For Beds
The Cumberland County Animal Shelter has exceeded its fundraising goal to get dogs new beds. Director Andrea Gaskins said $780 was the goal but over $900 was raised, allowing for two extra beds and toppers to be purchased. Gaskins said the 15 new beds will be raised off the floor, keeping dogs warmer and healthier. […]
Cumberland Co. Animal Group Hosting Pet Microchip Identifier Clinic Saturday
Scared of losing track of your new cat or dog? Then Saturday’s microchip clinic in Crossville will help ease your worries. Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m. will be implanting the pet identifiers. Fundraiser Coordinator Holly Brown said pets at least six to eight weeks old are eligible. “If your […]
Monterey Native Makes Literary Debut
Monterey native and artist Larry Morrison Vaden makes his literary debut with his novella, “A Touch of Mauve.” The story is of two star-crossed lovers–one a singer, one a painter–and how they navigate a hectic romance. Vaden said he found his inspiration in music. “While painting, usually I would have music on, sort of semi-classical, […]
East Clay Volunteer Fire Departments Hosts Fish Fry and Auction
The East Clay Volunteer Fire Department is excited to invite people to their Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser on Saturday. Finance Manager Larry Shell said in addition to the fish fry, there will also be a live auction with many of the items donated by community members. Shell said that the fire department relies on this […]
First Southern Roots Festival Fundraiser Coming To Putnam Fairgrounds
The first Southern Roots Bluegrass and Arts Festival is coming the Putnam County Fairgrounds on June 4 and 5. Southern Accents Market Events Co-Director Mandy White said being in the south, Bluegrass is always a hit. White said that after a tough 2020, it was the right music to get the community together to support […]
Hospice Golf Tournament Fundraiser on May 12th
The 30th Annual Golf Tournament for Hospice returns to Cumberland County on Wednesday, May 12th. Players can compete for the chance to win up to $300. Hospice volunteer Sherry Koch has worked with the tournament for 18 years, and said the Cumberland County Hospice is the only non-profit hospice in the area. “We really do […]
Overton Co. Cattlemen’s Association Fundraising For Scholarships Friday
A steak sandwich, chips, dessert and drink for $10. That is what the Overton County Cattlemen’s Association is offering at Friday’s fundraiser. Secretary Jason Garrett said all the money goes towards the organization’s scholarship fund. “The Overton County Cattlemen’s Association uses the proceeds for this fund raiser to award each year two scholarships to two […]
“Back to the Strip” Comes Back to McMinnville May 1st
“Back to the Strip” makes its return to the McMinnville downtown scene this year. The car show and cruise-in is an annual charity event that benefits Meals on Wheels. Event organizer Mary Lee Walker said the best part is the community coming together to give back. “We have an amazing community and everyone pulls together […]
