CHS Independence House Named Randy Mansell House
The Putnam County School Board approved naming Cookeville High School’s newly built Independence House in honor of teacher Randy Mansell. Mansell said the house will open later this month. At Thursday’s meeting, Director of Schools Corby King said Mansell will retire at the end of the year and thanked Mansell for his contributions and years […]
Crossville Coffee Shop Gets New HVAC, Employs the Disabled
A local business donated a new HVAC system to Crossville’s Common Grounds Coffee Shop, which provides job opportunities to people with special needs. Common Grounds Founder Sara Bakker said her daughter has Downs Syndrome, and she worried about her daughter being able to find work after high school. Baker said it is unfair that people […]
Horse Therapy Helps McMinnville Special Needs Residents
McMinnville Special Games will do some “Horsin’ Around” Saturday morning. Special Games Co-Founder and President Holly McBride said the event lets people with special needs try equine therapy. McBride said equine therapy has been scientifically proven to improve motor skills, and it’s great for people with autism. “We started the recitational therapy on just kind […]
Sensory-Friendly Music Fair Set For Saturday At Tech
Rising Above Ministries will partner this weekend with Tennessee Tech’s School of Music to host a sensory-friendly music fair for people with disabilities. Rising Above Ministries Vice President Steve Chatman said many of these people love music, but are unable to go to live events due to a lack of accommodation or the need to […]
Rising Above Ministries Telethon, Lunch To Keep Reaching Families
Rising Above Ministries is hosting a a telethon and luncheon to raise funds towards their efforts in the special needs community. Co-Founder and President Becky Davidson said people need to RSVP to attend the meal on September 21 at noon. Davidson said that evening at 6:00 PM the telethon kicks off on Rising Above Ministries […]
Putnam Schools Open Doors For Parent Questions On Special Needs
The Putnam County School System is opening its doors Tuesday to any parents with questions about their child’s special needs. Kids in private school or home school can use the system’s Child Find program. Special Education Supervisor Sheri Roberson said Child Find is there for parents who are noticing any struggles in their child’s development. […]
Overton Fair Offering Something For All Ages Starting Thursday
The Overton County Fair returns on Thursday with expectations to be bigger and better than ever. Fair Board Treasurer Donita Wilson said there will be something for everyone over the 11 days. Wilson said the people of Overton County makes the fair so special. “We have a tremendous community support and volunteers,” Wilson said. “They […]
Smithville Pool Opening For Residents Excited To Beat The Heat
Smithville residents have a chance to beat the heat this summer with the city pool opening Friday. Pool Manager Jeania Cawthorn said there will be options for all ages and needs this year at the Smithville Golf Course and Pool. She said the pool was open last year but turnout was low. “It was a […]
Special Needs Heroes Get Virtual Event
Families with special needs children will not miss out on the Rising Above Ministries Hollywood themed Heroes’ Ball. Rising Above Ministries Co-Founder Becky Davidson said the 14th year of the Heroes’ Ball will have dancing, a DJ and games for families to play Friday. Davidson said this event is to show families they are not […]
