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Know Your Home Dimensions When Buying Christmas Tree

The best kind of Christmas tree is one that also comes with memory-making. That’s according to Sycamore Springs Christmas Tree Farm Co-Owner Lyna Pennycuff. She said that the perfect tree is one that’s picked by the whole family. “The perfect tree for your home starts when you and your family come as a family outing and select it yourself whether ... Read More »

Van Buren Getting Estimates On Building Repairs To Bring In A Day Care

Day care opportunities in Van Buren County could be on the rise with three parties interested in opening a facility. Mayor Greg Wilson said the county has a building called the Old Masonic Building that could be used. But, the location needs some $25,000 of renovations. “We have the Head Start that’s ran by the UCHRA over in our 3rd ... Read More »

TTU Finalizes Project Design Adding Green Space And Pedestrian Access

The final designs of a project to move Tennessee Tech more into a pedestrian friendly campus are complete. Capital Projects and Planning Director Jim Cobb said the university hopes to bid the project before the holiday break to start construction in January. “It’s a great improvement to the campus,” Cobb said. “We are providing green space to the core of ... Read More »

Cookeville Rescue Mission Gearing Up For “Hope Rings Out” Bell-Ringing Campaign

Cookeville Rescue Mission is gearing up for the start of bell-ringing season. Executive Director Bruce Bailey said that the mission is currently seeking volunteers for two-hour time slots to ring bells for donations. Bailey said that the “Hope Rings Out” campaign serves as one of the biggest contributors to the rescue mission’s funds. He said that as the organization serves ... Read More »

Algood Church Food Pantry Honors The Life Of Penny Maxwell

The Brotherton Free Will Baptist Church keeps the memory of Penny Maxwell alive through its food pantry. The Penny Maxwell Memorial Food Pantry was established in honor of the Monterey native who passed away in car accident last year. Coordinator Angie Bilbrey said Maxwell was a CRMC home health employee who regularly delivered food to her patients. “Anybody that needed ... Read More »

Van Buren Listing BDS Property Through Local Realtor

Van Buren County has listed its BDS property back for sale through a local realtor. The some 15 acres was originally approved for sale to Priority Waste, a local waste service, in April. Mayor Greg Wilson said the matter went back to committee after hearing no response from the company. “We tried a couple of different projects on that property,” ... Read More »

Overton Schools Redoing LA Restrooms With COVID Money

Renovations will be made to all student restrooms of Livingston Academy over Christmas break. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said facilities will be getting a new paint job as well as touchless sinks, new counter tops and stalls. “That’s something that needed attention for quite some time, and we want that to really look better and be better for our ... Read More »

UCDD Offering Free SNAP Application Assistance

UCDD is offering free SNAP application assistance to those who qualify. SNAP, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, provides individuals with monthly benefits to buy food. SNAP Coordinator Miranda Malin said adults 60 and older and/or disabled can take advantage of the service. “There are a lot of folks, especially with our population that don’t have the ability to get into the ... Read More »

Cookeville Gas Highlighting Natural Gas Safety Tips

Cookeville’s Gas Department wants to highlight safety tips when it comes to natural gas. Compliance Superintendant Roger Phillips said that the notice sent out in utility bills this month is part of an ongoing public awareness program. Phillips said as people begin to turn their gas on for heat, it’s important to know warning signs of a gas leak. “Natural ... Read More »

State Park System Hosting “After Thanksgiving Hikes” This Friday

Need to burn some extra calories after Thanksgiving? Tennessee State Parks offering “After Thanksgiving Hikes,” as an alternative for those wanting a more secluded Black Friday. Burgess Falls State Park Ranger Lane Erwin said those in White County can come to the park at 9:00 a.m. for a guided tour. “We’re going to be hiking the main trail at our ... Read More »