Kyle Goff Vows New White County Direction As Executive
Newly elected White County Executive Kyle Goff is preparing to lead the county in a new direction following a successful campaign focused on leadership and vision. Goff said the current political climate was ready for a shift in leadership during this election cycle. Goff said the county commission will see significant turnover with 11 of […]
White County Reduces Speed Limits On Three Roads
White County officials approved speed limit reductions for three local roads following requests from parks officials. The Steering Committee A approved the changes after reviewing documentation signed off on by the highway department. The adjustments affect South Fork Road, Jolly Road, and Scotts Gulf Road. Commissioner Dakota White said park rangers had reached out with […]
White County Evaluates Eight Acres For Waste Management
White County officials moving forward with plans to acquire an eight-acre property adjacent to the old quarry site to facilitate the construction of a new solid waste department building. Commissioner TK Austin said the purchase became necessary after the county was unable to find suitable ground for a septic system on the existing quarry property. […]
White County Officials Want To Highlight Outdoor Tourism
White County set to take the next step in leveraging its natural assets and state partnerships to develop a strategic tourism plan focused on highlighting outdoor attractions. Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director Brent Young said the county is working with the Tennessee Department of Tourism Development. Young said the collaboration includes […]
Habitat Repairs Program Returns To Help Local Residents
Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity is opening its Critical Repair Program to provide essential home maintenance for low-income residents. Grants and Repairs Coordinator Stacy Nash said the program targets existing homes in Putnam, Overton, White, and Dekalb Counties that require urgent financial assistance for structural needs. Nash said the organization focuses on necessary repairs such […]
UC Early Voting Surges As Early Voting Ends Saturday
Election administrators across the Upper Cumberland reporting strong early voting participation. Putnam County Administrator of Elections Jennifer Murphy said office has processed 7,023 total ballots through early voting and mail-in absentees, surpassing the total numbers seen during the May early voting period. “Early voting for August has been kind of wild,” Murphy said. “We have […]
Empowering UC Women To Build Stronger Communities
Sparta White County Chamber of Commerce launching the inaugural White County Women’s Conference on July 30 to empower women across the Upper Cumberland to lead with confidence and build stronger local communities. Executive Director of the Sparta White County Chamber of Commerce Brent Young said the event is designed to help women break through generational […]
Special Advocates To Support White, Van Buren Fosters
White and Van Buren Counties launching a new Court Appointed Special Advocates program to provide foster children with dedicated volunteers. General Sessions and Juvenile Court Judge John Meadows said the non-profit organization recruits and trains community members to serve as representatives for children in state custody and represent their best interests throughout the legal process. […]
Highway 70 Four-Way Stop Significantly Reduces Collisions
White County has reduced major motor vehicle accidents following the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Highway 70 and Old Kentucky Road. White County Emergency Management Director Matt McBride said the transition to a four-way stop followed a collaborative effort between the White County Executive’s office, the White County Sheriff’s Office and […]
Sparta YMCA To Tackle White County Childcare Shortage
The Sparta White County YMCA constructing a new childcare center designed to serve up to 99 children and address a shortage of available and affordable care for working families. CEO Kyle Goff said the organization identified childcare as a top priority during a strategic planning process involving community leaders, business owners, and the school system. […]
