Tag Archives: CARES Act Money

The Pickett County Health Department will expand its facility, thanks to the joint effort of the county and state. Tennessee Department of Health Facilities Specialist Josh Gipson said there should be an architect chosen for the project by the end of January. Gipson said they could break ground on the project as soon as early summer. “It’s just a matter ... Read More »

Jackson County Schools approved a work-based learning opportunity for high school seniors to help with cafeteria duties, created by the pandemic. School Director Kristy Brown said students will get $8 an hour, working two hours a day, helping distribute meals for students learning remotely. Although, Brown said she will request this gets paid for with CARES Act money. “We’re going ... Read More »

The UCDD received the largest amount of money in the state for its revolving loan program to help local businesses. Director of Economic Development Megan Choate said they received over $5 million dollars thanks to additional CARES Act money through the Economic Development Administration. Choate said the UCDD got nearly five times more money allocated than the next highest recipient. ... Read More »

Van Buren commissioners voted to restart the bidding process for the Masonic Building off Spring Street. Mayor Greg Wilson said the county does not have a need for the property. “Instead of paying utilities and insurance on the building and it’s just sitting there empty and we would be better served and the county would be better served to put ... Read More »