8+ hour, 56+ min ago   (577+ words) With another week of 90 degree temperatures and possible Heat Advisories in store, Upper Cumberland school districts implementing strict heat safety protocols and monitoring tools. Overton County Assistant Director Cristy Miller said the safety is the top priority for school officials…...

9+ hour, 11+ min ago   (274+ words) Jackson County has increased its mineral severance tax to 20 cents per ton on all sand, gravel, chert, sandstone, and limestone extracted within the county. The change will generate dedicated funding for local infrastructure. Jackson County Mayor Brian Lee said the…...

8+ hour, 49+ min ago   (562+ words) Upperman High School transitioning its tennis program from a club sport to an official TSSAA sanctioned team. Upperman High School Principal Justin Campbell said the move follows three years of growth and success for the program as a club. Campbell…...

8+ hour, 56+ min ago   (290+ words) Seeds of Hope transforming a long-standing community tradition into a fundraiser for the local homeless shelter by launching the Great Sparta Yard Sale at a new centralized location. Executive Director Tina Lomax said the organization took over the event this…...

8+ hour, 56+ min ago   (305+ words) The Cookeville Fire Department conducts building pre-plans and specialized training to address the unique safety challenges at Tennessee Tech. The state declared September Campus Fire Safety Month. Cookeville Fire Department Battalion Chief James Clouse said the department evaluates building entrances,…...

9+ hour, 1+ min ago   (328+ words) Jackson County High School beginning the development of its new campus farm, funded by federal and state grants. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the district secured a $126,000 grant from the USDA to begin the project, which includes the construction…...

9+ hour, 1+ min ago   (317+ words) Former Algood Mayor Lisa Fowler said the establishment of a full-time fire department stands as one of the most significant achievements during her time in leadership. Fowler said the Algood charter restricts officials to serving only two terms as mayor…...

9+ hour, 11+ min ago   (278+ words) Crossville launching a new downtown wayfinding project to install directional signage for residents and visitors. The city will use a $60,000 grant from the Tennessee Department of Tourism. City Manager Valerie Hale said the city previously lacked significant signage to help…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago   (326+ words) Gainesboro Mayor Rick Head said he will prioritize new revenue streams to improve employee compensation and address critical water infrastructure as he begins his first term in office. Head said he decided to seek the position because city employees expressed…...

4+ day, 5+ hour ago   (439+ words) The Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Board approved a new hangar lease agreement that will gradually reduce rent subsidies over the next five years. The discussion centered on Aviation Services of Tennessee, which has paid approximately $500 per month for a 9,000-square-foot…...