Ralph’s Donuts Added To Historical Register Of Places

The National Park Service has officially added Ralph’s Donuts to the National Register of Historic Places. Ralph’s Donuts opened in 1962 and is the oldest donut shop in Cookeville. Owner John MacDonald said Ralph’s Donuts being added to the registry is an exciting honor. “It’s quite an accomplishment for a small business to stay open […]
Big South Fork Kayaking Cleanup Saturday

An annual river cleanup event featuring volunteers who kayak and collect garbage deep in the river takes place Saturday at Big South Fork. Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning (TCWP) Board President Mark Bevelhimer said the event is a joint effort with the East Tennessee Whitewater Club, and the National Park Service. Bevelhimer said the goal […]









