Tag Archives: Bell ringing

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 »

Cookeville Rescue Mission is gearing up for a busy Thanksgiving holiday. Executive Director Bruce Bailey said that the organization is busy prepping for their annual Thanksgiving meal, as well as their meals on wheels program. He said that despite this time of year being hard for some, their work helps to keep spirits up. “You know I think it comes ... Read More »

Residents from across White County gathered at the Rotary Club of Sparta Veterans Park for its Memorial Day service. The program was put on by Sparta’s American Legion, featuring the ringing of the bells for those killed in action since the American Revolution. American Legion Post 99 Commander Ronald Lapierre said the message for the public on Memorial Day should ... Read More »

Hundreds of Tennessee Tech students signed up for volunteer efforts over the Spring semester and Spring break as part of the campus remembrance of the 2020 tornado. Tennessee Tech President Dr. Phil Oldham said Tech is blessed to be a part of a community with a strong, healthy spirit. “Words cannot express our gratitude to all the first responders and ... Read More »