Prom Season Brings Conversations About Teenage Drinking
Prom night is a major milestone for many high schoolers, but amidst the fun, parents should consider talking with their kids about safety as well. Teen drinking has long been associated with prom night, but experts say that the risks that come with it far outweigh a single night of entertainment. Director of Cumberland Prevention […]
Overton Co. Anti-Drug Coalition Drug Take Back Event
The Overton County Anti-Drug Coalition is hosting an event this Saturday that provides a safe way to dispose of old medications. The goal of this event is to prevent overdoses or other accidents by properly disposing of unused prescriptions and medicines. Anti-Drug Coalition President Daryl Colson said the event could prevent unnecessary fatalities or accidents. […]
Data Shows Highway 111, I-40 Intersection Traffic Lights Improved Safety
Last year’s installation of traffic lights at the Highway 111/I-40 intersection in Cookeville has increased safety. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, 18 months before installation, the intersection saw 18 accidents with six ending in injury. Captain R.C Christian since the traffic lights became operational in June 2019, 15 wrecks have occurred with only two […]
UCHRA Names New Safety And Security Manager For Transportation
UCHRA has named longtime employee Charlie Frasier to the role of Safety and Security Manager for the agency’s transportation department. In this role, Frasier will be the lead point of contact on safety and security concerns for the UC Public Transit. Including, the improvement of preparedness for public transportation in emergencies, and maximizing the staff’s […]
Sunday Cutoff Day For Leftovers
Thanksgiving is over and your fridge is full with a weekend’s worth of food, but how long can you safely store it. White County UT Extension Agent Tracey Hackett said to stay away from any food in the fridge past Sunday. “The biggest mistake that is likely to be made with leftovers is simply leaving […]
Parking Lot Safety While Shopping This Holiday Season
As holiday shopping begins, it is important to remember basic safety precautions when navigating parking lots. In Fairfield Glade Thursday, an 85-year-old resident was hit by a car that was backing up out of a parking stall. Police Chief Michael Williams said each November and December the department sees a slight increase in parking lot […]
Permits Required To Hike Cummins Falls Gorge
A new permit system will limit access to the Cummins Falls gorge area beginning Friday. Permit carriers will be the only visitors allowed to hike to the gorge. The new safety measures come as a response to three deaths in the park from 2017 to 2019. Park manager Ray Cutcher said the permit is not […]
Dekalb Middle Set To Work On Security
Dekalb County Middle School will soon make improvements to its security protocols. Director of Schools Patrick Cripps said the improvements are needed because of the school’s design. “When you first walk into it, it’s kind of an open concept,” Cripps said. “What we are wanting to put in is a vestibule so that there will […]
