Millard Oakley Library Awarded Technology Grant
The Millard Oakley Public Library awarded the Training Opportunities for the Public Grant Tuesday to improve its technology within the library. Library Director Judith Cutright said the grant will be used to buy wi-fi hotspots and upgrade the internet infrastructure of the library. “This is vital for school purposes, for entertainment, or for those that […]
New Law Requires Insurance To Pay For Prostate Tests
A new law sponsored by Senator Ken Yager will require insurance companies to pay for prostate cancer exams for high-risk individuals statewide. The bill extends insurance coverage to men over 40 who meet the criteria of being especially vulnerable. This includes men who have a family member diagnosed with the disease and African American males. […]
Fentress Higher Education Project Moving Toward Official Groundbreaking
Though one more state building commission must give its approval before an official groundbreaking, plans for the Fentress County Higher Education Project are moving forward. The facility will bring together programs from Roane State and T-CAT Oneida/Huntsville, thanks to a $25 million legislative appropriation. Roane State President Dr. Chris Whaley told Fentress County Commissioners the […]
Sen. Yager Elected Chair Of State Commission On Intergovernmental Relations
State Senator Ken Yager has been elected Chairman of the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. The body is made of state and local elected leaders and provides a forum for discussion between the two governments. Yager said at the same time, members study issues such as broadband coverage to provide informational recommendations to legislatures. […]
Get-Out-The-Vote Bus Tour Visits Byrdstown
Tennessee State Senator Ken Yager and U.S. Congressman John Rose made four stops today for the Get-Out-The-Vote bus tour. Monday’s tour ended at Byrdstown’s Activity Park, and constituents were urged to make the time to vote by any of the available options. Congressman Rose acknowledged the dangers of the pandemic this election and told residents […]
