Crossville is in the running to be the new operating base for a company that creates technology for electronic vertical takeoff vehicles. Whisper Aero produces fans for aircraft that use electric power to hover, take off and land. City Manager Greg Woods said in order for the move to take place, broadband access most be established. “To make this deal ... Read More »

The Monterey Fire Department has found a few affordable ladder truck options, but the timing of purchase could be an issue. Chief Kevin Peters said he has found some early 2000 modeled ladder trucks that cost about $150,000. Peters said by the time the city budget process is complete, the options could already be purchased. “I’ve been looking for over ... Read More »

The White County School System has started the process creating a new district logo. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said adding a school trademark representing all 8 schools is the objective. “We just don’t have a district logo for our school district,” Dronebarger said. “I think it is just something that professionally sets you apart a little bit, so I ... Read More »

The Jackson County Industrial Board is in negotiations for a tract of land to establish an industrial district. The land is located between Gainesboro and Interstate 40 in the south end of the county. Chairman Jim Birdwell said the board looks to bring in more jobs with industries  interested moving into the county. “The overall goal with this land is ... Read More »

A Cookeville High School student has been awarded one of the Governor’s Volunteer Star Awards for her actions after the March tornado. Ella McGugin is the youth honoree selected for the county. McGugin led the construction of 19 crosses for the 19 lives lost on March 3rd. McGugin said as a minor she was not allowed to volunteer in the ... Read More »

The virtual celebration of Cookeville’s Father Daughter Date Night is set to begin February 14th. Five different virtual activities are planned for the two week event. Recreation Superintendent Cara Sheets said families can participate through the Leisure Services Facebook page. “We didn’t necessarily want to do something where people had to log on at a certain time, but maybe can ... Read More »

Livingston Academy is offering its local scholarship package virtually this school year. The online package has attachments and links for about 30 scholarships. Gear Up Coordinator Vanessa Farris said in the past, the school used paper only, but the pandemic showed the need for online access. “I usually assemble all of the seniors in an auditorium and hand out,” Farris ... Read More »

Cases of the flu have significantly dropped so far this winter, and COVID precautions seem to be the reason why. That is according to Cookeville Physician Dr. James Batson. Batson said the United States is following the same trend that the southern hemisphere experienced. “During their winter, our summer, their flu season was the same,” Batson said. “It was very ... Read More »

Livingston Police continue the investigation into a Sunday morning shooting that sent a Livingston man to the hospital. The incident happened around 1:20am Sunday morning as police and EMS responded to Fairview Lane. Police found Chris Melton with gunshot wounds. According to the investigation, Melton had gone to the home of Robert Richardson “to start an altercation.” According to the ... Read More »

Overton County residents have a new location to make county bill payments. The County’s Clerk office has moved into the Millard Oakley County Services Building. The office is located at 306 West Main Street across the road from Winningham Hardware. County Clerk Victoria Looper said employees have settled in and are ready to serve. “We have a lot more space ... Read More »