Both of the Dale Hollow Eagles and two fledglings have been spotted in the area of their old nest that was destroyed in the Spring. The Dale Hollow Eagles are named Obey and River, and are famous for their nest cam. Dale Hollow Eagle Cam Facebook Manager Darlene Neeley said there was a watcher in the area Friday, and one ... Read More »

As Tennessee Tech enters its sixth week of classes, campus officials are assessing how to move forward into the spring with the COVID backdrop. TTU’s Chief Communications Officer Karen Lykins said student and staff are being surveyed about what they think has worked this semester. As things move along, Lykins said the campus is transforming to fit everyone’s needs. “We ... Read More »

Cummins Filtration is looking to ramp up its mask production that already exceeds 200,000 per day, world wide. Cummins Filtration Chief Engineer Kevin South said making the mask filters in Cookeville is similar to making cotton candy. Which is then hit with an electric charge. Currently masks are being made for internal use, but South said giving masks to Cookeville ... Read More »

Starting October 19th there will be two weeks of fishing tournaments on Dale Hollow Lake. Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Billy Robbins said this will draw in around 800 people between the two tournaments. The community has to pay to host these tournaments. Although, Robbins said the pay off should be worth it according to Fishing League Worldwide. ... Read More »

The biggest event in Overton County is cancelled due to COVID-19. Fall-O-Ween brings in as many as 7,000 people into downtown Livingston for this completely free event. Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said she knows it’s an unpopular decision but said she had to put the community’s safety first. “We were just kind of left with a ... Read More »

Governor Bill Lee signed an executive order Wednesday establishing the Asian Carp Advisory Commission. TWRA Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator Cole Harty said the Upper Cumberland has luckily not been hit hard by Asian and Silver Carp. Harty said there have been reports of Silver Carp, but not to the extent of waters like the lower Tennessee River. “As far as ... Read More »

Monterey has been granted a summary judgement Friday on the easement for Bee Rock. Monterey Mayor JJ Reels said the dispute was between the city and near by property owners over the trail leading to Bee Rock. Reels said visitors had become afraid to take the trail but now Monterey will control the trail indefinitely. “It’s just a relief to ... Read More »

The Livingston Police Department and Overton County Sheriff’s Department are following leads on two suspects in a Kentucky double homicide on Sunday. The two suspects have been identified as 29 year old Edward Whiteledge of California and 28 year old Kayla Spivey of the Hillman community of Clay County. The two could be driving a black Nissan Altima with a ... Read More »

The founders of the Crossville Military Memorial Museum are stepping back and looking to include the community in maintaining the museum. Managing Director Locke Kelly said Crossville, Cumberland County and local veterans are stepping in to help with the leadership transition. However, Kelly said there is a critical need for volunteer guides and the museum is reaching out to interested ... Read More »

The community group Hip Cookeville is bringing back live music Saturday with two shows at CPAC. Hip Cookeville Founder Blair Dudley said his group started on Facebook looking to promote local businesses, organizations and community. Saturday rock and roll is back in business but socially distanced, with The Petty Junkies. “These guys are professional touring musicians with artists like Garth ... Read More »