Overton Prepares Wreaths Across America Ceremony
Wreaths Across America returns to Overton County this year, marking the fifth year of the ceremony. Overton Director Steve Vaughn said the program honors veterans through a memorial ceremony, placing wreaths on the graves of soldiers who have died. Members in the community can purchase wreaths to place in a ceremony, taking place in the […]
Girl Scouts Office In Cookeville Closed In Push For Efficiency
The Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee office in Cookeville has closed in an effort to increase efficiency within the organization. CEO Danielle Barnes said the office closed because it was deemed unnecessary. Barnes said the Nashville-based organization has a strong focus on efficiency and is able to function even better without the old office. “So […]
Girl Scout Cookie Season Returns In Days
The highly popular Girl Scout Cookie season returns February 4 with several events scheduled to celebrate across the Upper Cumberland. Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee Product Programs Manager Tracy Tudder said cookie booths will start opening outside local grocery stores. Tudder said the program has consistently been very successful in the Upper Cumberland. “They are […]
Sparta Woman’s Club Hosting Merry Trashy Christmas Event
Trees made entirely of trash and recycling will be on display this weekend as the Sparta Woman’s Club raises funds for the Special Warriors program. Woman’s Club member Sanda Ayers said local businesses and organizations assembles the trees to show people that sometimes, trash can be turned into something useful. Ayers said the Woman’s Club […]
