Fentress County Has A New Agricultural Pavilion Center
Fentress County’s new Ag Pavilion has proved to be a blessing so far for the county’s Agricultural Extension Service. Ag Fentress Extension Director John Gunter said he and his team have been very involved in the move, as well as the operations since. He said the move was much needed because the old hosting facilities […]
Putnam Commission Approves Special Called Meeting To Consider Park View School Funding
The Putnam County Commission will hold a special called meeting sometime in December to consider funding the 5-8th grade wing of the new Park View School. During a Fiscal Review Committee meeting Monday night, Director of Schools Corby King presented a quote that would require an additional $16.5 million. Commission Chair Ben Rodgers said the […]
Clay Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New K-9 Unit
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office has a new K-9 unit that has recently joined the force. Sheriff Brandon Boone said K-9 Rip is a dual-purpose dog that specializes in narcotics and tracking. “We’re in a position where we need to help try to curb some of the drug problems and issues we have in our […]
Sparta Police Chief Says New PD On Wish List For New Administration
Sparta Police Chief Doug Goff said a new police department is a need in the next three to five years. Goff told the Board of Aldermen about the cramped facility during a work session after Alderman Jim Floyd asked about the department’s long-term plan. Goff said the department has outgrown the current facility. “I would […]
TTU Board Of Trustees Approve New Contract For Oldham
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham has received a new six-year contract. The Board of Trustees approved the contract Thursday afternoon. It replaces the current contract and takes Oldham’s employment through 2028. Trustee Tom Jones said it is a big step forward for the university. “This is not something that I would have entered into or […]
State Names Angela Regitko As Region’s New Economic Director
The State Department of Economic and Community Development has named Angela Regitko as the new Upper Cumberland Regional Director. Regitko said she will work with existing and new industry in the 14-county region. “We want to make sure that those incentives that the state offers are there for them, as well as they are taking […]
Gainesboro Officials Considering Building A New Water Treatment
The Gainesboro Mayor and Board of Aldermen are leaning towards constructing a new water treatment plant as opposed to upgrading the current facility. Engineer Nathaniel Green presented preliminary plans Thursday. A new facility would cost some $10.5 million, while upgrading the current plant would cost $8 to $9 million. Green asked for preliminary approval in […]
Pickett Schools New Scoreboard Ready For Use
Pickett County Schools’ new scoreboard that was recently installed is now operational. Director of Schools Diane Elder said the 10 by 12 foot panel is located at the sports field by the high school. “We hope to get our donated by sign on it this week,” Elder said. “The scoreboard was donated to us by […]
Warren County Selected By State For New Health Department
Warren County has received a $9 million State Health Department grant to fund construction of a new health department. County Executive Jimmy Haley said the county ranked high on the state’s list for a replacement. “We’ve had the need for a long time,” Haley said. “We had one of the oldest health departments. It was […]
New Coalition Formed To Educate Community On Veterans Suicide Prevention
A new coalition has been formed to empower community members with the skills to address suicide among veterans. Sparta American Legion Post Commander Ron Lapierre said the Upper Cumberland Veterans Suicide Awareness Coalition is a group of local veterans and suicide preventionists partnering with Veteran Affairs. “With this team forming, this coalition forming, they’re actually […]
