Cumberland Restores Historic Courthouse Clock To 1905 Form
Cumberland County has completed a custom restoration of the historic 1905 courthouse clock to preserve the original character of the downtown landmark. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said the clock is an original component of the building’s construction and had been out of operation for several years. Foster said the county decided to move forward […]
TCAT/Roane St Campus Reenergizing That Side Of Jamestown
Construction continues on the new TCAT/Roane State campus in Jamestown, with hopes it can transform the landscape of the city. Fentress Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jacob Rosenbaum said the development of the nearly-finished campus could lead to more changes on that side of town. “This is probably the best thing that has happened for […]
TCAT Crossville Tackles HVAC Waitlist With New Evening Classes
TCAT launching a new evening HVAC program at its Crossville campus to accommodate a growing waitlist and high industry demand. TCAT Upper Cumberland President Cliff Wightman said the local construction boom has created a steady need for skilled workers in the heating and cooling sector. Wrightman said the school monitors student interest levels to decide […]
TCAT Students Make Renovations At Warren County Airport
Renovations at the Warren County Airport recently completed with help from students in TCAT-McMinnville’s Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Electricity program. RCIE Instructor Jess Nunez said the students completed a wiring project for the airport’s new maintenance building. Nunez said the project was a great opportunity for the students as they got to get hands-on experience. […]
TCAT Launches Evening Program To Tackle Nursing Shortages
TCAT Upper Cumberland is launching a new evening practical nursing program in Cookeville to address workforce shortages and provide flexibility for students. TCAT Upper Cumberland President Cliff Wightman said the decision to add the night classes came down to utilizing available facilities to meet high industry demand. The new offering utilizes shared space at the […]
TBR Requesting State Funds To Expand Industry Training
The Tennessee Board of Regents is seeking state appropriations this year to help expand industry-focused workforce training at TCAT schools across the state. TBR Communications Director Rick Locker said TBR is requesting an estimated $9.8 million in recurring funding and an estimated $14.9 million in non-recurring funding for this training expansion. Locker said if funding, […]
TCAT Highlighting Their Crucial Role In Nuclear Industry
TCAT is highlighting how its training programs support Tennessee’s growing nuclear energy industry by preparing students for in-demand careers. TCAT McMinnville Extension Director Daniel Bratcher said TCAT connects students to the nuclear energy industry through careers like construction, machine operators, truck driving, and welding. Bratcher said most students overlook these careers as part of the […]
TCAT Opens New Crossville And Livingston Diesel Buildings
State leaders and TCAT leadership gathered Monday to celebrate the completion of the new Truck Driving and Diesel Technology buildings in Crossville and Livingston. Both buildings took over a year to complete. TCAT Upper Cumberland President Cliff Wightman highlighted the program’s success, noting the 100 percent placement rate after graduation, with drivers earning above-average salaries […]
TCAT UC Graduate Selected As Student Regents Rep
Governor Bill Lee has selected former TCAT Upper Cumberland Student Makena Davis to serve as the student representative on the Tennessee Board of Regents. Davis recently graduated from TCAT after completing the cosmetology program. Davis said she serves as a voting member on the board and represents the interests of students across all institutions. “I […]
Clarkrange High Is TCAT Accredited, Culinary First Program
Clarkrange High School is now accredited with TCAT, allowing the school to hold TCAT classes on its campus. Clarkrange Principal Jason Bradley said the school will soon offer an evening culinary class. Bradley said the culinary classes will be open to adult learners and students on certain weeknights. Bradley said opportunities like this are big […]
