Tag Archives: Clay County

Clay County Commissioners seeking to fill the District 1 School Board seat. Mayor Dale Reagan said that the position left vacant by Chris McLeran will need to be filled by someone ready to take on an important role in the county. “They take care of all the budget processes and all that stuff,” Reagan said. “So it’s a very, very ... Read More »

An interview date and even a potential hiring date have been set for Director of School applicants by the Clay County Board of Education. Applicants will have an open interview during a special called meeting on November 9, with the potential to be hired two days later at regular board of education meeting. Board Member James Hatcher suggested that with ... Read More »

Clay County now accepting applications for the Parks and Recreation Mayor Dale Reagan said that the county appoints the position every year in November. “The park director’s duty is to oversee the day-to-day operations of the park itself,” Reagan said. “We have a couple of building out there that we rent out for events and stuff and they’re in charge ... Read More »

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is to learn the sounds of fire safety and the meaning behind what you’re hearing. East 52 Volunteer Fire Department Chief James King said smoke and carbon monoxide detectors will tell you two things: It’s time to change the batteries or to get out of the house immediately. King said the last thing you ... Read More »

State Representative Kelly Keisling traveled to Clay County Wednesday dedicating two roadways to the Rich and Plumlee families. The mile stretch starting at 9456 Clay County Highway in Moss now known as John “Mock” Rich Korean War Veteran Highway. Daughter Dianna Kincaid said it was a special day to see the road sign revealed. “My dad, he was so proud ... Read More »

The Clay County Commission created a five member committee Monday night tasked with studying employee raises. Commissioner Bryan Coons said he has a salary schedule ready to be reviewed. Coons said job descriptions and years of service would determine an employees pay. “The last time we did this in 2012 a lot of people got raises bigger than others and ... Read More »

The National Rolley Hole Marbles Championship and Festival has received state recognition for its contributions to cultural life. Event Coordinator Shawn Hughes said the annual event brings some of the country’s best marble players to Hilham’s Standing Stone Park. “This is such an important event and tradition for everyone involved,” Hughes said. “The players, the tradition bearers, staff, volunteers and ... Read More »

Cumberland River Hospital Owner Johnny Presley said he will not invest any more money into the hospital facility. Florida-based healthcare company Braden Health visited the facility last week. The company said some $5 million worth of improvements are needed to meet standards. “I’m looking potentially at a hospice house, and then I also have two other potential interests in doing ... Read More »

This Week in the Upper Cumberland: the Monterey Board of Aldermen will meet. Business begins at 7:00 p.m. Monday at city hall. The Cookeville City Council meets at 4:00 p.m. Monday for a work session. Council members will make preparations for the Thursday council meeting at 5:30. Both meetings will take place at the Cookeville Municipal building. The Clay County ... Read More »

Clay County Election Administrator Monica Davis has earned her state certification for Administrators of Elections. Davis said it was important for her to pass the exam to ensure honest elections for the community. “It was all pretty new to me anyways,” Davis said. “I have worked as a poll worker, but there is so many things behind the scenes that ... Read More »