The Clay County Commission unanimously passed its budget with no tax increases Monday night. The budget includes $5.1 million dollars in general expenditures and $11.5 million in the school’s general fund. Mayor Dale Reagan said he feels the the new budget is a good one. “We were able to give the county employees a three percent increase,” Reagan said. “That ... Read More »

The restart for Overton County Schools has gone smoothly. Director of Schools Mark Winningham said the only issues so far is connectivity for virtual learners. “We do have some issues with students being able to log on,” Winningham said. “We expected that. We just hope everybody is patient with us working through those issues.” Winningham said only a couple of ... Read More »

Cumberland River Hospital Owner Johnny Presley claims that Clay County EMS crews intentionally diverted transports to other facilities outside of the county. Presley said at least eight patients were denied transportation to the Cumberland River Hospital. “Without the support of the local government and EMS, I am not going to continue to try and fund this hospital,” Presley said. I ... Read More »

Putnam County Health Department patients can now find their COVID test results online. Results can be found under the patient portal tab on the health department’s website. Health Director Lisa Bumbalough said the new feature will decrease the phone calls made for negative results. “The process is much easier and more accessible for the customer,” Bumbalough said. “We do not ... Read More »

Fentress County Grand Jury ruled the June shooting involving a Fentress County Deputy and Gregory Turnure as self defense. Eighth District Attorney Jared Effler asked for the TBI to investigate the shooting. Effler said TBI agent Randall Woods presented the jury with the investigation. “The results of that TBI investigation were presented to the Fentress County Grand Jury on August ... Read More »

Dale Hollow Lake Road will remain closed until the end of August. Giant cranes are setup on the roadway to assist replacing the dam’s water flow gates. Dale Hollow Power Plant Superintendent Stanley Carter said shipping delays from COVID has caused the project to take longer then expected. “There has been some delays in this contract associated with the Covid-19 ... Read More »

Jamestown’s new Taco Bell location on North Main Street is now open. The building replaced a vacant Hardee’s restaurant built over thirty years ago. City Building Inspector Earl Sweat said since opening, people now have a reason to visit the north end of town. “It is actually making people drive out in that direction now,” Sweat said. “Towards the north ... Read More »

As the heat returns this week. the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency has funds to help you pay your utility bill. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides an one time yearly payment averaging $325. UCHRA Putnam County Coordinator Judy Sanchez said a person can make up to $1,900 a month and still qualify. “Do not think it is there ... Read More »

The Van Buren County Volunteer Fire Department purchased new turnout gear thanks to a grant. Mayor Greg Wilson said receiving the grant was a big help financially for the volunteers. “If we did not seek that grant, that would have been a cost the volunteer fire departments were going to have to bear,” Wilson said. “Again, they are volunteers, so ... Read More »

Avoid letting your surplus of summer produce spoil by experiencing a southern tradition: canning. White County Ag Extension Agent Tracey Hackett said canning is one of the most popular ways to preserve food in the south. “Generations will learn canning techniques from previous generations,” Hackett said. “You will also find people that maybe grew up and cities and suburban areas ... Read More »