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Putnam County Schools is set to have the ACT CERT program at all middle and high schools. CERT stands for College Equipped Readiness Tool and is a standardized assessment used to prepare students for ACT testing. 9th through 12th Grade Curriculum Supervisor Dr. Bubba Winningham said that the program collects data that could help students improve scores. “One of the ... Read More »

McMinnville has received a state award for its wetland restoration project at Bobby Ray Memorial Elementary School. The Tennessee Municipal League has recognized the city for Excellence in Stormwater Management. Stormwater Manager Lyndon Bussell said the project would result in a park for the school. “For a statewide organization to notice some of the things that we are doing especially ... Read More »

Word has gotten around about an existing recreation area that has become a hotspot for paddle sports enthusiast. The Cane Hollow Recreation Area is located in White County on Center Hill Lake. Park Ranger Ashley Webster said what used to be a remote access point has turned into a destination to view Burgess Falls. “We have the unique capability to ... Read More »

Celina’s L.B.J. & C Headstart locations looking to fill up spots for the coming school year. Assistant Director Jennifer Taylor said that Headstart is a federally-funded program designed to set kids aged three to five up for success before starting kindergarten. “Parents are great teachers but you can’t really do the structured environment as much as the classroom,” Taylor said. ... Read More »

This week in the Upper Cumberland the Putnam County Commission will consider its next fiscal year budget Monday. The spending plan that comes from committee includes raises for all employees. Especially emergency workers who would receive $5,000. The commission will also vote on the resignation of Commissioner Jimmy Neal following charges involving child pornography. The committee meetings begin at 5:30 ... Read More »

An increase in hiker rescues reported by the White County Sheriff’s Office serves as a remainder to prepare for your excursion. State Parks Program and Education Director Rob Barrett said the most important rule is to not hike alone. “You should always hike with somebody or at least give a hiking plan to a trusted family member or plan that ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools seeking employees for the School Age Care program. Capshaw Site Director Ashlee Vaughn said the program offers child care and activities both before and after school. She said it provides a fun, safe place for children to go while parents work. “It is a very rewarding job, you come in and you light up the kids’ faces ... Read More »

Cookeville City Council still expected to have its regularly scheduled meeting on election day, August 4th. City Clerk Darian Coons said that the next council will ideally be sworn in at the next regularly scheduled meeting. “It’s all dependent upon when the election gets certified,” Coons said. “So as long as the election gets certified and there are no problems ... Read More »

Saturday marks the 67th anniversary of Cordell Hull’s passing. UCDD Public Historian Mark Dudney said while Hull might be best known as the longest-serving Secretary of State or the Father of the United Nations, he has many ties to the Upper Cumberland, including Pickett, Clay, and Jackson Counties. “He is considered one of the favorite sons of the Upper Cumberland,” ... Read More »

The National Suicide Prevention Hotline has changed to an easier three-digit number. State Mental Health and Substance Abuse Commissioner Marie Williams said 9-8-8 is what Tennessee residents will now dial for mental health emergencies. “It’s absolutely good news to me, and I hope it is good news to everybody out there that is in a crisis,” Williams said. “When you ... Read More »