Putnam Schools Add A New Field Nutrition Supervisor
Putnam County Schools have added a new School Nutrition Field Supervisor to oversee a handful of the district’s kitchens. Jessica Grissom will ensure the school kitchens and the meals they serve meet state and federal guidelines. Nutrition Program Supervisor Jennifer Mitchell said the school nutrition program is self-sustaining and does not receive funding from the […]
L,B,J & C Head Start Will Continue Free Meals For Children
Children of L,B,J & C Head Start sites will continue to have free meals as USDA has renewed the organization’s food care program. Director Penny Meadows said not every child has a guaranteed meal at home making healthy food at Head Start locations a must. “Monday mornings we always try to serve a heartier breakfast. […]
Two More UC Senior Centers Set To Resume In-House Meals
Fentress and Cannon County Senior Centers will resume congregant meals starting July 1st. UCDD Area Agency on Aging and Disability Director Holly Williams said this is likely the beginning of more sites opening with other counties exploring the option. “We anticipate as other sites feel more comfortable doing so that they will be reopening for […]
Good Nutrition Habits for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving comfort foods can bring people to the table, but they also tend to bring calories along with them. Cumberland County UT-TSU Family-Consumer Science Agent Kelli Roberson said dishes like special casseroles are where people should focus on moderation and remember they can always take leftovers. Roberson said if someone wants to load up their […]
