Homeowners Need To Check For Emerald Ash Borer
This week is Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week, and experts are asking homeowners to pay attention to their trees and the pests that affects them. Ash trees are commonly found in the Upper Cumberland. Cookeville Urban Forester Jaime Nunan said that invasive species is fatal for trees if not caught early. “There are 10 million […]
Caring for Dogwood Trees Requires Vigilance
With the arrival of warm spring days comes the arrival of the dogwood tree blooms. Dogwoods are trees native to Tennessee, and the flowering dogwood brings beauty to landscapes across the state. Warren County Agricultural Extension Agent Heath Nokes said to keep the trees healthy, watch for things like fungal or insect-type disease. “When the […]
Dekalb Sees Damages In Three Areas, Tornado Sirens Working
Dekalb County is currently evaluating storm damages in several areas of the county. EMA Director Charlie Parker said a tornado has not been confirmed but straight line winds did take a definite path. Parker said Alexandria, northern Smithville and Johnsons Chapel took the majority of damages. “The biggest thing has been tree damage, we have […]
Fallen Trees In Brooks Bend Area Of Jackson County, Roads Closed
Jackson County experienced some minor damages from this morning’s storm. That is according to EMA Spokesperson Derek Woolbright. Woolbright said there are downed trees in the Brooks Bend area. He said county highway and sheriff’s department are currently working to get blocked roadways opened in that area. Woolbright said crews are targeting Cook Lane and […]
Upper Cumberland Seeing Increase In Timber Theft Reports
There has been an uptick in timber theft across Tennessee, and the Upper Cumberland is a hot spot for these crimes. Tim Phelps is the Public Information Officer for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Forestry Division. Phelps said that the type of land owners we have are making them more susceptible in the booming timber […]
Hard Freeze Tonight Can Damage Unprotected Plants
A hard freeze is expected tonight and that could cause problems in Upper Cumberland gardens. Overton County UT-Ag Extension Agent Jason Garrett said temperatures have gotten as low as 13 degrees in mid-April. Garrett said one thing many people might not consider is damage that can be done tonight to plants purchased in big box […]
Woodcliff Road Will Remain Closed To At Least Friday
Putnam County’s Woodcliff Road will stay closed for the remainder of Thursday. As of 2:30 p.m., the street is clear of all debris and snow, but that is not expected to stay true. Highway Superintendent Randy Jones said he anticipates more trees to fall on the roadway over the night. “There is so much ice […]
