Fentress Faces $300K In Flood Damage To Roads, Bridges
Fentress County is facing more than $300,000 in damages to infrastructure and property following the recent flood event. Fentress County EMA Director James Bilbrey said the total cost estimate includes significant repairs needed for roads and bridges as well as the removal of debris. Bilbrey said the county beginning the process of seeking state and […]
Emergency Declared After Historic Fentress County Flooding
Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson declared a state of emergency Monday morning following weekend flooding that left several communities inaccessible and caused significant damage. Fentress County Emergency Management Agency Director James Bilbrey said the floods this weekend were some of the worst he has ever seen. Bilbrey said the northern end of the county near […]
Traditional Square Dance Honors York Park History Saturday
Sergeant Alvin C. York State Historic Park hosting a free barn square dance Saturday to celebrate the cultural traditions of the Upper Cumberland. Park Manager Nate Dodson said the event marks the first of several summer dances planned for the site. Dodson said the park has hosted these monthly gatherings for several years to provide […]
International World Pig Championship Returns To Fentress
Card players from across the United States and beyond will gather at the York Country Store in Fentress County next Saturday for the 24th Annual World Pig Championship. Organizer Jim Buck formalized the rules for the regional card game in 2001, transforming a local pastime into a competitive event. The tournament now draws more than […]
Local Card Celebrates 22nd World Championship
The York Country Store in Jamestown recovering after the 22nd annual World Championship for an Upper Cumberland-native card game called “Pig.” Pall Mall resident Jim Buck puts on the event every year to celebrate the heritage of Pickett and Fentress County. He said he and his wife were in Las Vegas, Nevada where they were […]
Forbus General Store In Pall Mall Celebrates 100 Years Of Business
The Tennessee Department of Economic And Community Development is celebrating Pall Mall’s Forbus General Store as a Tennessee business serving the community for over 100 years. General Manager Clint Hayes said the store began serving the community in 1882 as Pall Mall’s pharmacy, restaurant, and clothing store. Hayes said the recognition has been awesome. He […]
Tennessee At War Event This Saturday At Sgt Alvin C. York State Park
Sgt Alvin C. York State Historic Park will host its annual Veterans Day event Saturday, honoring Tennesseans who fought in World War I. Park Manager Nate Dodson said there will be programming from 9am-4pm at the park including reenactments and a ceremony honoring Tennessean soldiers past and present. Dodson said it will be a unique […]
New Pall Mall Tower Brings Emergency Comms Coverage Up To 85 Percent
Fentress County’s 911 communications will see an improvement following the completion of a new tower in Pall Mall. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the county contributed 60 percent, the E-911 Department 35 percent, and the school board covered the remaining. He said that now the equipment is upgraded and new pieces purchased, they have five […]
Fentress About Halfway Complete With Pall Mall Radio Tower Upgrades
Fentress County’s new Pall Mall radio tower about halfway complete with its upgrades. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the county had previously made an agreement with Byrdstown to use its water tower. He said they ended up having to go a different route when they realized the system would be too high. “About probably another […]
Alvin C. York State Historic Park Earns State Award For York Farm Program
Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park has been named the annual winner of the Tennessee Historical Commission programming award. The category recognizes notable achievements toward advancing the study of Tennessee history. Park Manager Nate Dodson said the park restored the York Farm to create a “Living History.” “It’s kind of a way to be […]
