The deadline for the Upper Cumberland Development District Restaurant Recovery Programs approaches Wednesday. This four week virtual course is designed to inform restaurant owners on how to recover from the pandemic. Small Business Center Director Tyler Asher said the courses are set to begin Tuesday. “They go over the ins and outs on how to be successful in the restaurant ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech University is in the process of adding two new bachelor’s of science programs in music and studio arts. College of Fine Arts Dean Jennifer Shank said the two degrees provide graduates more career options other than performing or creating art. “The flexibility was probably I would say our main point, because we want students to be able to ... Read More »

Monterey is starting the process of refurbishing two railroad crossings within the city limits. Board of Alderman approved opening the project for bids was approved. Mayor JJ Reels said the crossings at Poplar and Elm Street are the focus of the work. “They’re basically redoing the whole railroad crossing,” Reels said. “Like I said, they are going to make it ... Read More »

Cookeville’s 34th annual Father-Daughter Date Night has been moved to an all virtual event due to COVID concerns. Leisure Services Recreation Superintendent Cara Sheets said the father, daughter tradition will stay alive with two weeks of alternative events starting Valentine’s Day. “We really think it is important for the fathers and daughters, especially ones that have attended so many years, ... Read More »

The Crossville Fire Department has a new chief with Chris South taking over operations. South previously served as deputy chief and has been with the department since 1994. South said the accomplishment achieves a long term goal of leading. “As a firefighter and growing up in this for over 30 years, I have tried to make preparations to lead the ... Read More »

The Putnam County Fire Department and Upper Cumberland Development District will begin phone surveys this month for household data. The data will be used for the county’s 2021 Community Development Block Grant application. Public Information Officer Drew Swink said the western part of Putnam County near the Gentry community is the focus. “They will be asking for household information,” Swink ... Read More »

Monterey’s Meadow Creek park has expanded as the town completed the purchase of a neighboring seven acre lot. Included with the $43,500 price tag was an undocumented waterfall that needed a name. Mayor J.J Reels said the official title will be known as, “Meadow Creek Falls.” “Right now, it is not much of a waterfall. It is more of a ... Read More »

The IDK Cafe is giving back to Monterey by delivering free chili Tuesday for those unable to leave their homes. Owner Jennie Phillips said seeing Monterey residents deal with hardships caused by COVID inspired the generosity. “There is a lot in the Monterey area that is suffering,” Phillips said. “And a lot of sickness. There has been a lot of ... Read More »

The Fentress County Sheriff’s Office and TBI are asking for the public’s assistance with a shooting investigation. The incident occurred Sunday, December 27th  in the Pine Haven community. Officials are asking for any video evidence of roadways from Pickett Park Highway to Wildwood Grocery and White Oak Road to the Route 127 bypass. The time frame runs from 7:00 to ... Read More »

Putnam County Curriculum Supervisor Jill Ramsey said the school system does not expect a gap in literacy like other systems in the state. Governor Bill Lee said last week the pandemic has exposed how poorly low grade level students can read. Ramsey said Putnam has avoided this by sticking to in person learning. “I think we are going to see ... Read More »