Fentress Commission Honors Retiring Executive Johnson
County and state officials honored retiring Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson during Monday’s commission meeting with multiple proclamations and an honorary appointment from Governor Bill Lee. State Representative Kelly Keisling said the joint proclamation from the Tennessee House of Representatives recognizes Johnson’s leadership in securing millions of dollars in grants for the county since taking […]
UCDD Honors Thurman For 37 Years Of Community Service
UCDD and UCHRA officials honored Administrative Services Director Sherry Thurman Wednesday for 37 years of service to the region. UCDD Director Mark Farley said it is fitting to recognize individuals whose commitment and dedication have strengthened the organizations and enriched the communities they serve. “Since joining UCDD in 1989, Ms. Thurman has faithfully served in […]
Veteran Servant Nelson To Retire After 46 Years Of Work
Putnam County Trustee Freddie Nelson will retire from public service in August after a 46-year career that spanned the classroom and the county courthouse. Nelson’s final day in office will be the last day of August. Nelson said a new trustee will take over the position on September 1. “I had thirty years with the […]
Rep. Windle Says Tennessee Unemployment A Priority In Next Session
State Representative John Mark Windle said reforms to Tennessee’s unemployment system will be a top priority heading into the next legislative session. Windle said there is room to improve both compensation and long-term unemployment in the state. Windle said he believes a public service program could be implemented for Tennesseans that cannot find employment. “Show […]
WCTE Reestablishes Station Manager Role, New Tech Coming
WCTE has reestablished the Station Manager position, promoting Avery Hutchins to the role. WCTE President and CEO Becky Magura said having this role filled will allow the station to focus on what’s to come in 2021. “We’ve got a lot of balls in the air and we just want to make sure that we’re really […]
