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York Institute Educational Assistant Jody Hancock has been named a state finalist for the Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE). Hancock has been employed with York Institute for 28 years. She said she works with special ed and regular ed students to help them keep on top of their work and learn life and job skills. “I just want kids to ... Read More »

Poinsettias are mildly toxic for your pets, but you should be more aware about two other decorative plants that present danger. White County Ag Extension Office Director Scott Swoape said holly and mistletoe create worse symptoms for pets if ingested. “The holly what’s toxic on those are the pretty, red berries,” Swoape said. “Definitely decorate with caution if you are ... Read More »

Monterey aldemen do not want to name a new mayor until after the first of the year. Monterey Alderman Charles Looper said he does not want a special called election to decide who will serve as mayor. Looper said the town has historically appointed an alderman to fill mayor vacancies. However, the board has not officially discussed the matter. “What ... Read More »

Jackson County Emergency Management gauging interest in EMT and EMR training. Spokesperson Derek Woolbright said EMT is a higher level of licensure that allows one to work in an ambulance. He said EMRs are typically what people consider first responders. “We like most everyone in the state, especially in the Upper Cumberland are kind of feeling that provider shortage,” Woolbright ... Read More »

Clay County School Board approved a change order for work on its Celina K-8 School’s plumbing project. School Board Chair Benji Bailey said in the original scope of the project, they were unsure if there would be the capability to upgrade or replace certain sewer lines. As work has progressed, it has been determined that there is an opportunity to ... Read More »

Clay County set to get a new rescue ambulance for its emergency services. EMA Director Kyle Haney said the fleet will rotate once vehicles reach about 200,000 miles. “We try to cycle out ambulances as needed,” Haney said. “They get updated on mileage, especially with us not having a hospital right now we’re taking all of our transport out of ... Read More »

Pickett County has been approved an ARC grant to complete a feasibility study for Dale Hollow Lake’s participation in the Bill Dance Signature Lakes Program. Pickett County Executive Stephen Bilbrey said the $100,000 grant includes $6,500 from the county. He said the remaining balance will come from the Appalachian Regional Commission and the Tennessee Department of Tourism. “What we’re looking ... Read More »

This week in the Upper Cumberland the Putnam County Commission will vote on funding to complete the Park View School. Commissioners gather for a special called meeting Tuesday to consider a $16.5 million bond. The money will be used to construct the upper grade wing of the K-8 school. Business begins at 6:00 p.m. The Overton County Commission meets Monday ... Read More »

Hermitage Springs School will now have an official Parent-Teacher Organization. Clay County School Board Chair Benji Bailey said there had been a nonprofit that helped support student and school functions over the last few years. He said with recent state laws enacted over the last few years, it was determined that it would be a better fit to have an ... Read More »

Overton County Schools received several grants amounting to $60,000 to expand CTE and STEM opportunities at several schools. CTE Director Leslie Riddle said Livingston Academy getting about $9,000 to continue its school-based enterprise called Wildcat Wake-Up Coffee Shop. “We’ve already had it a few years, but it will continue that and grow that,” Riddle said. “It gives students the opportunity ... Read More »