Tag Archives: Applications

A UCHRA federal grant program for energy bills has received more money, meaning benefit amounts for applicants have increased. The Low Income Energy Assistance Program helps income eligible households pay heating and cooling bills. Community Services Manager Tashanna Hooks said the maximum amount for a household went up from $650 to $1,000. “It’s very helpful and especially for people that ... Read More »

The Baxter Harvest Festival is still seeking vendors for the event’s return on September 25. Festival Committee Member Jeanie Lee said it is exciting to be back after COVID cancelled things last year. Lee said it is an important year to return and hopes there are vendors who can highlight what makes Baxter special. “It’s Baxter’s birthday, it’s our university ... Read More »

Admissions for Tennessee Tech’s Fall 22 semester are now open. Director of Admissions Steve Keller said that when it comes to applying, the most important component is for students to show their desire for higher education. “What we want at Tennessee Tech is students who are willing to work hard and want to earn a good education,” Keller said. “And ... Read More »

Jackson County Schools are now taking applications for its Pre-K programs. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said it’s an opportunity for students to get ahead in their education before they begin kindergarten. “I know that our teachers work a lot on students making friends and getting used to coming to school,” Brown said. “Especially if they’ve been home and not ... Read More »

Highlands Residential Services will temporarily close most housing applications starting July 31st due to long waiting lists. Executive Director Dow Harris said only Oak Tree Towers will continue accepting potential residents while applications for public housing, Walnut Village and Willow Heights will pause. “There were 278 persons or families on the public housing waiting list alone,” Harris said. “That’s about ... Read More »

Jackson County is searching for a new elections administrator. Clay Thaxton left the position for a new job opportunity after eight years in the role. Election Commission Chair Jim Pappas said applications are due by noon Wednesday at the county courthouse. “We would like to have somebody that has pretty near the same qualifications that we currently have,” Pappas said. ... Read More »

The application period for the Clay and Jackson County Veterans Service Officer position comes to a close Friday. Richard Accurso is a local veteran leading the hiring panel. Accurso said about six candidates have expressed interest in the job. “What we are trying to do is get this probably immediately after we start the interview process, which I am hoping ... Read More »

LBJ & C Head Start is accepting applications for all 21 locations across 12 counties. Director Penny Meadows said children that are between the ages three to five by August 15th are eligible. “We don’t just do child  development,” Meadows said. “We also provide services as nutrition, health screenings, dental, disability services. We look at the children’s outcomes and teach ... Read More »

Highlands Residential Services has received over 60 applicants since opening inquiries for Oak Tree Towers last week. Director of Operations Chris Cassetty said those interested still have a chance to apply all the way into next week. “We’ll have enough to fill the units, but we’d like 25 or 30 or more on the waiting list just in case,” Cassetty ... Read More »

The Overton County School Board wants to solidify its five-year strategic plan before opening applications for the director of schools position. That is according to Board Chair Jarman Hicks. With a June 2022 deadline to permanently fill the position, Hicks said there is no rush. “Everything that is going on in our schools right now as far as financially, the ... Read More »