Lunar Cycles, Ancient History Determine Easter Date
Easter’s fluctuating date annually is rooted in ancient lunar calendars and a desire by early Christians to maintain a historical connection to the Jewish feast of Passover. Saint Alphonsus Catholic Church Pastor Adam Royal said historical and astronomical formulas determine when the holiday is observed. Royal said the Council of Nicaea established a specific calculation […]
Putnam Reappraisal To Be Mailed May 8, Value To Rise
Putnam County property owners will soon receive new property valuations reflecting a growing real estate market. But Putnam County Assessor of Property Steve Pierce said the rising appraisals could trigger a corresponding drop in the county tax rate. The county is currently undergoing its state-mandated five-year reappraisal cycle, with the last update occurring in 2021. […]
Outside Prosecutor To Review Nabors Election Issue
An outside prosecutor will review the investigation into Putnam County Mayoral Candidate Wayne Nabors after the district attorney recused his office. District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway said he learned of preliminary investigations conducted by the comptroller’s office regarding allegations related to Nabors while in the middle of a trial last week. Dunaway decided to step […]
Putnam Sheriff Pursues Leads After Remains Discovered
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is pursuing strong leads to identify human remains discovered by hikers in rough terrain between Highway 70 and Interstate 40. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said investigators are working with the medical examiners office as well as a dentist’s office in a county west of Putnam County to confirm the […]
Wind Damage Possible Sunday As Trees Weather Winter
High winds forecasted across the Upper Cumberland Sunday, that could mean some tree issues when you combine the arrival of spring foliage and lingering winter storm damage. Local tree service owner Mason Harville inspects residential properties to identify structural weaknesses caused by storms. He said winter weather events place heavy stress loads on branches, often […]
TN Tech Admissions Says Enrollment Cliff Not Showing Up
The anticipated enrollment cliff expected nationally to begin over the last 18 months is not showing up on the Tennessee Tech campus so far. Lower birth rates post-2008 led to the anticipation of the cliff. Director of Admissions Jacob Cutshall said this reflects in a smaller pool of high school graduates today. Cutshall said there […]
A Sneak Peak Into Upper Cumberland Election Year 2026
Primary Elections will be held in 2026 here in the Upper Cumberland, and local election commissions are trying to help the communities prepare for the election. Putnam County Administrator of Elections Jennifer Murphy said this election comes every four years, so this is a big time to vote for the county. Murphy said the county […]
New State Domestic Violence Registry Starts Thursday
A new state law will take effect Thursday, creating a domestic violence registry to keep track of repeat offenders statewide. Local Lawyer Dana Looper said Savanna’s Law identifies domestic violence as a pattern of behavior, not isolated incidents. Looper said the registry will include the offender’s name, photo, date of birth, and county of conviction. […]
Twin Lakes Expands Footprint, Service With Celina Facility
Twin Lakes celebrating the opening of its new Celina location. CEO Jonathan West said the new building will be an improvement on the previous Celina location, which the cooperative leased for 20 years. West said it expanded the lobby and parking lot to accommodate members and growing service needs. West said small-town investment sends a […]
Overton Children’s Author Writes First Book On Agriculture
Local author Laurie Crawford showcased her book, “Hope on the Farm” Thursday at the Millard Oakley Public Library. Crawford said her experiences with her grandmother inspired the book. Crawford said her grandmother taught her many lessons while raising her on her family farm. “Having the opportunity to have my own granddaughter spend time on a […]
