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Tennessee Tech History Professor Michael Birdwell’s lifelong dedication to history now memorialized in a posthumously released anthology. Associate History Professor Troy Smith worked on the book alongside Birdwell before Birdwell passed in March of 2022 following a 15-year battle with cancer. Smith said Birdwell was the world’s leading authority on Alvin C. York and several other pieces of World War ... Read More »

Abusive relationships among teenagers are more common than ever, according to the UC Family Justice Center’s Dasha Cross. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. Cross said one in three high schoolers are subjected to violence in their relationship. Cross said teens and their parents need to be mindful of warning signs. “Especially with teenagers, like, on social media, or ... Read More »

The city of Monterey has formed an Athletic and Events Authority to help manage the growing use of athletic venues in town. Alderman Bill Wiggins spearheaded the project, which includes five members. Wiggins said the group will have the power to mitigate disputes and act as a sounding board for suggestions on improving facilities. “We needed to take some of ... Read More »

Early voting for next week’s primary elections across the Upper Cumberland ends Tuesday. The ballot includes candidates for the Presidential primaries as well as several local races. You can find early voting information for your community at GoVoteTN.Gov. The site also provides information on the March 5 polling locations and times. “If you are a registered Tennessee voter and you ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech’s financial report card from the state: passing. The State Comptrollers Office reported no findings in its annual audit of Tech financials, released Monday. It covers the year ending June, 2023. “During our audit we did not identify any deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses,” the Audit concluded. The audit showed state appropriations increased ... Read More »

Concrete poured last week to start the buildout of a Construction Facility adjacent to the Warren County Jail. County Executive Terry Bell said he hopes to have construction classes for inmates started by summer. Bell said he hopes they could use the incarceration period to get inmates trained for a career. “A lot of them people don’t realize having nowhere ... Read More »

A mandate from management to see how UCHRA’s Public Transportation Program could help serve local residents dealing with substance abuse issues led to the Road To Recovery Program. Mobility Manager Ryan Henry said the program team decided to create care bags to help someone interested in recovery take the next step. The package includes a ready-to-eat meal, a blanket, a ... Read More »

Severe Weather Awareness Week offers residents the chance to stock up on a few necessary supplies and think about how to prepare during the leadup to a severe weather event. This week marks the annul communication event in Tennessee. White County Emergency Manager Matt McBride said he and other local directors met with officials from the National Weather Service earlier ... Read More »

January electric bills arriving and the numbers may surprise you. “We get those people call in and just want to check with us and make sure that what they’re seeing is correct,” Cookeville Energy Department Director Carl Haney said. Haney said energy usage goes up typically during times of cold or hot weather. But Haney said the January storm likely ... Read More »

Overton County’s new Arts Council aims to cultivate a community dedicated to exposure for artists and appreciation for the visual arts. Arts Council President Tim Richardson said the council has seven members and he plans to add two more. He said the council will create opportunities for people to gather, socialize, and create art for Overton County to enjoy. “We ... Read More »