Jennings Overcomes Disability For World Championship
Mikayla Jennings overcame multiple physical disabilities to secure her first world championship title with her horse at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville. Jennings said she has competed at the annual event since 2017 but had never reached the top of the podium until this year. Jennings said the victory followed years of […]
State Recognizes York Institute For TCAP Math Growth
Tennessee’s Department of Education honoring York Institute for achieving a 9.1 percent increase in student math proficiency on recent TCAP tests. Director of Schools John Bush said the significant growth in math achievement is a testament to the hard work put in by students, teachers and families. Bush said he credited Principal Abbi Dunford and […]
Crews Continue To Assess, Repair Fentress Flood Damage
Fentress County crews continue to conduct cleanup and recovery operations following Sunday flooding across the northern portion of the area. Emergency Management Director James Bilbrey said the highway department is currently working to remove debris that piled up against bridges. Bilbrey said they are awaiting formal inspections to determine the extent of the structural damage. […]
Best Friends Sanctuary Battles Fentress Animal Overpopulation
Best Friends Sanctuary hosting a series of fundraising and adoption events this week to address a critical overpopulation of animals in Fentress County that has left the organization struggling. Lead Fundraiser Jan Shank said the organization is currently caring for some 75 dogs and puppies at the shelter while a foster coordinator recently managed 50 […]
Six Million Dollar Fraud Sentencing Set For October
The sentencing hearing for a Jamestown pharmacist found guilty on federal fraud charges has been moved to October. Phillip Hall submitted more than $6 million in false claims to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE and Blue Cross Blue Shield. U.S. District Judge Eli J. Richardson accepted Hall’s plea during a February 6 hearing. Hall will be sentenced […]
Livingston Industrial Park Project Gets Next Approval
Livingston officials awarded a contract to perform site preparation services for the industrial park project. Capital Projects Coordinator Ray Evans said the project is primarily funded through a site development grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. Evans said the city received 12 bids for the work. “All but one were below […]
Fentress Red Cross Volunteer Honored For 45 Years Service
The American Red Cross Organization honoring a Fentress County man for 45 years of volunteer service for military service members and their families. Red Cross Volunteer Billy Jennings Sr. said he serves in a position known as Aid to Military Families (AFES). Jennings said he has owned a funeral home since 1977 and recognized a […]
York’s Pile Steps Down From Coaching Citing Family
Long-time high school basketball coach Rodney Pile officially announced his resignation as the York Institute boy’s basketball coach. Pile said his wife, Stacie Lynette, was diagnosed with breast cancer and will undergo chemotherapy treatment. Pile said he wanted the time to be there to support his wife, just as she supported him throughout his lengthy […]
All Things TN Festival Promotes Local Economic Impact
Jamestown hosting the first All Things Tennessee Festival this weekend to celebrate the region and the things that make the state special. Fentress County Chamber of Commerce Assistant Director Seth Vaughn said the event originated from a group of business leaders who wanted to create a community-focused celebration in an area that saw a longtime […]
TCAT/Roane St Campus Reenergizing That Side Of Jamestown
Construction continues on the new TCAT/Roane State campus in Jamestown, with hopes it can transform the landscape of the city. Fentress Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the development of the nearly-finished campus could lead to more changes on that side of town. “This is probably the best thing that has happened for […]
