Lee’s America 250 Tour Stops in Livingston Wednesday
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee shared a meal with Livingston residents at 1806 BBQ Wednesday as part of his America 250 tour. Lee said the tour is meant to celebrate Tennessee’s contributions to America as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence next year. Lee said this tour is a chance to meet everyday […]
Cookeville’s Hardin Appointed To State Disability Council
Governor Bill Lee has appointed Cookeville Resident Carrie Hardin as the newest member of the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities. The council helps individuals with disabilities and their families by addressing needs and developing supportive services. Hardin said she is very familiar with disabilities, as she serves on the Executive Board for The Exceptional Bean. […]
Governor’s Centennial Business Tour Stopping In Cookeville
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee will visit Cookeville’s Johnson Nursery and Garden Center Wednesday as part of his America 250 Tour of the state. Co-owner Sarah Johnson said her family has been growing plants for over 100 years. As a result, the Chamber of Commerce recognized Johnson Nursery as a centennial business. “We’re truly honored that […]
Governor Bill Lee Addresses Boys State Delegates at Tech
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee addressed this year’s Boys State delegation at their closing ceremony at Tennessee Tech Friday morning. Boys State welcomes high school juniors from across the state to participate in a week-long government simulation. The delegates are divided into their own cities and elect officers for the week. Lee said Boys State participants […]
UC 4-H Students Learn Governance At 4-H Congress
Upper Cumberland 4-H students got a taste of how legislatures conduct business by attending Tennessee’s 4-H Congress event in Nashville. 4-H students across the state serve as delegates by discussing and voting on today’s political topics. 4-H Congress is also designed to help identify future leaders. Jackson County 4-H Delegate Cailyn Estep (E-Step) said the […]
Williams: Governor’s Plans To Help Rural Areas Positive
Governor Bill Lee’s new state budget includes an estimated $146 million to invest in rural communities across Tennessee. State Representative Ryan Williams said the Upper Cumberland will be in the mix for some of the funding. The Governor’s proposals include money for infrastructure improvements and low-cost housing. “The key here really is to create different […]
White County Schools Get Waiver For BonDeCroft Closure
White County Schools granted a waiver request from the state allowing an additional day off to cover for BonDeCroft Elementary’s closure on March 6.
Williams Said Next Step In Budget Work This Week
The Tennessee General Assembly moving forward with plans develop the state’s budget for the next fiscal year.
Proposed Sales Tax Bill Could Help Local Entities In UC
State Representative Ryan Williams told members of Putnam County’s Joint Economic and Community Development Board Thursday, a new bill could provide help with local infrastructure. The legislator will discuss the bill next week, which would allow local governments to raise sales tax rates in order to create funding for infrastructure projects. Williams said part of […]
White Board Of Education Faces $3.1 Million Budget Deficit
The White County Board of Education approaching a budget decision Thursday with a $3.1 million deficit in its new fiscal year budget. Director Kurt Dronebarger told the School Board during a work session Tuesday the district usually budgets to save money each year, but this year is a “terrible storm” of different financial problems facing […]
