Tag Archives: Crossville

Crossville City Council may have found its next city manager. “And that’s Ms. Valerie Hale,” Crossville Mayor RJ Crawford during a Tuesday night work session. “So next steps is we got to figure out how we want to do this. My thought process is we’ve got pretty evident case here to support that. We know who council wants. My thoughts ... Read More »

Cumberland County will host a Republican Candidate Forum Thursday to help voters cast an informed, accurate decision. Crossville Mayor RJ Crawford said the event will act as a meet-and-greet for those unfamiliar with candidates. He said the School Board and Property Assessor positions are the only two races that are contested. “I think it’s kind of our responsibility as a ... Read More »

Two new Cumberland County electric charging stations will be built to help fill gaps along Tennessee’s Interstate system. One will be located at the Pilot Service Center at Genesis Road, Crossville. The second will be located at Exit 329. Those two centers will join a Sam’s Club location in Cookeville to serve the Upper Cumberland. Some $21 million in federal ... Read More »

A new session of Leadership Cumberland will begin February 21 to help people identify their leadership capabilities and style. Chamber of Commerce President Ethan Hadley said Leadership Cumberland has been a part of the community for nearly 20 years. Hadley said it helps prospective leaders learn how to practically utilize those skills. Hadley said offering only one course per month ... Read More »

With lows dropping to the single digits in the coming days, you need to protect your home by taking care with your plumbing. Crossville Plumber Brandon Cobb said in order to avoid major plumbing repairs there are some easy things you can do to prevent frozen and busted pipes. Cobb said disconnecting your water hose from your spigot, leaving taps ... Read More »

Cumberland Plateau Water Authority Chair Greg Hanson will meet with TDEC officials to discuss the future of a regional water system looks like to the state. Hanson will be joined by Crossville Mayor R.J. Crawford and Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster. Hanson said he wants to get acquainted with TDEC now that the Authority has a board in place. He ... Read More »

The Crossville Codes Department will begin cracking down on the city’s sign ordinances next week. The city passed an updated sign ordinance in August, 2022. The ordinance primarily concerns signage posted in right-of-ways along streets. Codes Department Director Danny Thurman said the department has been passive in enforcing the ordinance, but that will change January 16. “We’re just making sure ... Read More »

White County High School has started its own wrestling program after years of having wrestlers participate with teams at other schools. First-year teacher David Foster said the school planned to co-op with Cumberland County High School this year. He said when some 45 White County students signed up to wrestle, he decided he would coach the team if the school ... Read More »

An ADA-accessible greenway trail along Crossville’s Obed River will be constructed with a $630,000 state grant. Crossville City Manager Greg Wood said the project is part of a much larger trail-building plan. This portion will pave the greenway from Centennial Park to make outdoor activity available for those with disabilities. “We have a large portion retired in the community, both ... Read More »

Two Crossville residents were asked to put on a variety show 13 years ago, beginning the annual tradition of raising money for Cumberland County seniors. The Lucas and Friends Christmas Variety Show returns Saturday with new performers and offerings for the audience. Event Producer Ruth Lucas said the feeling that comes from seeing the smiles on people’s faces while performing ... Read More »