Rainbow Trout Stocked Across UC To Promote Fishing
Anglers across the Upper Cumberland have a new reason to grab their fishing gear this winter as the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency stocking rainbow trout throughout the region. TWRA Fisheries Biologist Connor Ballard said the agency releasing an estimated 75,000 rainbow trout statewide as part of its winter stocking program. Ballard said the program is […]
42nd Rolley Hole Marbles Championship Arrives Saturday
The Upper Cumberland tradition of marbles will be on display Saturday at the 42nd annual National Rolley Hole Marbles Championship and Festival. Rolley Hole is a simple game where teams of two shoot marbles into three holes in consecutive order on a dirt yard. Local Rolley Hole Enthusiast Kenzie Adams said people in the Upper […]
Overton Pursuing Grant To Boost Tourism Development
Overton County hopes a new three-star grant proposal will help boost tourism development. Overton County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Zach Stephens said the Three-Star Grant in years past was up to $50,000, but this year the county was able to apply up to $250,000. Stephens said the county would use the grant to […]
Clay Student Wins National Marble Tournament
A Clay County student has been dubbed the King of Marbles for his victory at the 101st National Marble Tournament. Nine-year-old Myles Lacy said he won a trophy, a medal, a watch, and a $2,000 college scholarship for winning the tournament. Marble Coach Brian Cherry said marble games have a rich history in Clay County […]
Standing Stone Nature Rally Friday and Saturday
Standing Stone State Park will host its annual Nature Rally this weekend to educate visitors on the Upper Cumberland’s natural resources. Park Ranger Jonathan Williams said the rally will include presentations from nature experts and live animal shows. He said visitors can take to the trails for guided hikes or opt to stay indoors and […]
Overton Looking To Have a New Tourism Council In February
Overton County wants to increase branding and marketing with a new tourism council scheduled to be created in February. Overton Chamber of Commerce President Shannon Cantrell said the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development recommended creating the council to take advantage of the county’s thriving tourism assets. Cantrell said the chamber wants more voices involved in […]
25th Annual Car Show Rolling Into Standing Stone State Park Saturday
For the 25th time souped-up cars will be rolling into Standing Stone State Park Saturday. The 25th Annual Standing Stone State Park Car Show featured more than 100 cars last year. Park Ranger David Harris said the event gets larger every year. “There are some beautiful cars that come out, so if you enjoy classic […]
Standing Stone State Park Pool Reopening This Spring
Standing Stone State Park will reopen its pool next spring season after being shut down for two years because of COVID. Director of Strategy and Support Brian Clifford said the decision comes down from TDEC Deputy Commissioner Jim Bryson. “We’re in a position where we think we’ve managed our COVID protocols quite well,” Clifford said. […]
Standing Stone Opens 10 Restored Cabins
10 newly restored cabins opened Tuesday at Standing Stone Park, concluding a $1.4 million dollar project. There were state officials, state legislators and Overton county leaders in attendance to speak and tour the renovated cabins. Standing Stone Park Manager Chris Cole spoke to what this investment means for the people who make the park their […]
