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A group of Upper Cumberland school systems is working together to make sure their nutritional programs get the most bang for their buck. The Upper Cumberland Processing Group brings together 11 Upper Cumberland school districts for contracts in the school nutrition arena. Jennifer Mitchell is the Nutrition Program Supervisor at Putnam County Schools. “We come together as a group and bid ... Read More »

The Fentress County Chamber of Commerce making plans to celebrate the county and the City of Jamestown turning 200 next year. Director of Tourism and Membership Seth Vaughn said that the Bicentennial Committee held its first meeting to discuss plans. He said they are brainstorming anything from parades to street festivals. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime thing and we just want to ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools are starting the process of finding a replacement for Upperman High School Principal William Stepp. Stepp agreed to a three-year contract last week as the Cumberland County Director of Schools. Putnam County Schools Communications Supervisor Hannah Davis that the system has a committee in charge of interviewing candidates for the position. “They’re looking for someone with an ... Read More »

Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said this weekend’s Live in Livingston kick off performance means more than just entertainment for residents. Hayes said the three-part concert series is all about showcasing the downtown area. “We don’t have an empty store front anywhere downtown,” Hayes said. “We have got open building permits where folks are investing downtown. It’s just a great growing ... Read More »

If your grass is not greening up, the Van Buren County Ag Extension Office says you still have time to make that change. County Director Chris Binkley said the first thing he would recommend is conducting a soil test. “It’s going to tell you what your yard needs in order to grow,” Binkley said. “You might need to add some ... Read More »

Tuesday is Election Day, so what do you need in order to cast your vote? Putnam County Election Administrator Michelle Honeycutt said registered voters need to know their voting precinct and bring a photo I.D. “Seems like the busiest times are early in the morning, during lunch time or at closing,” Honeycutt said. “So if they can come midmorning or ... Read More »

Some 30 Cumberland County homes will gain access to public water in a water project that recently broke ground. Mayor Allen Foster said homes of Browns Gap Road off of Highway 28 will benefit. “People that need a drastic need for the water, too,” Foster said. “They have sulfur down there, and all kinds of issues with their water so ... Read More »

The Warren County Board of Education has increased longevity bonuses for teachers. Director of Schools Grant Swallows said faculty of 15 years or longer that reach retirement get $80 for each sick day they have. “Our school board sees that we want to reward those employees that want to stick with our district,” Swallows said. “I do appreciate them taking ... Read More »

This week in the Upper Cumberland the Putnam County Budget Committee will hear its first departmental presentations Monday. Members will hear budget requests from the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and EMS. Year end revenue numbers will also be presented by Mayor Randy Porter. The meeting takes place at the county courthouse at 5:30 p.m. The Livingston Board of Aldermen will ... Read More »

Stone Memorial High School’s football field will get a new video board. At the school board’s meeting Thursday night, the gift from the football boosters was approved unanimously. Buildings and Grounds Committee Member Robert Safdie: “Football boosters have said that they will pay for the entire board and it comes to $82,303.52,” Safdie said. “And I think that is incredible.” ... Read More »