Tag Archives: Cumberland County

1,500 rainbow trout made their way into the wild at Cane Creek Park Wednesday, after a second stocking by TWRA on Wednesday. Fishery Biologist Justin Spaulding said a total of 3,000 rainbow trout have been brought in from Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery. Spaulding said the nine to 10 inch trout come in a truck and are dumped right into ... Read More »

November sales tax revenues across Putnam County increased some 7.3 percent over last year. Putnam County and its four communities collected over $3.97 million in November. $3.1 million of those sales tax receipts were collected in Cookeville. Baxter and Monterey saw sales tax increases of at least 23 percent each in November. Baxter’s November receipts increased 30 percent over 2019. ... Read More »

The Upper Cumberland Chapter of Military Officers Association of America made the decision to donate to a special cause. Retired Navy Commander Mark Pfaffenroth said during their Christmas party, a member’s wife suggested donating to the Tennessee Fisher House in Murfreesboro. Pfaffenroth said they raised over $1,000 towards the the Fisher House, that many Upper Cumberland MOAA members utilize. “A ... Read More »

The Crossville Police Department has been recognized by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office with two awards for enforcement and education. Captain Brian Tilley said the department is proud to be honored for impaired driving awareness and seat belt safety. Tilley said enforcement on the road is important, but so is spreading the message of safety. “We reach out to local ... Read More »

Crossville is following up with residents who’ve gotten trees from the annual giveaway to try and improve the event. Tree Board Chairman Bruce Anderson said a survey is up on Crossville’s website for feedback on which trees have grown successfully. Anderson said the survey will help gauge if the tree board needs to do more education on tree planting. “There’s ... Read More »

The Plateau Chapter of the Tennessee Trails Association is offering guided hike opportunities for anyone looking to stay active in the new year. Program Manager John Martin said they offer short hikes and long hikes to meet peoples physical capabilities. Martin said they work as a team to make sure no one gets left behind. “We’ll work at the pace ... Read More »

The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office is trying to continue its partnership with local neighborhoods during the pandemic. Community Service Director Sgt. Gary Howard said they have stopped community meetings, but are looking to stay connected online. Howard said the sheriff’s office can help set up community watch Facebook groups, which he said works when neighbors are connected. “If someone is ... Read More »

A 1200-foot water line extension will be up for a vote during next week’s Crossville City Council Meeting. The extension is on Ernest Neal Road and has already been approved by the city’s planning commission. City Engineer Tim Begley said he does not expect any maintenance or installation issues for the project, and Crossville will take over the water line ... Read More »

Vaccinations for Cumberland County residents over 75 will begin Saturday at 9am. The vaccines will be offered at the Community Complex at 1398 Livingston Road. Gates will open at 8am. For safety, no one will be allowed to lineup prior to the 8am gate opening. Residents over 75 years of age should bring a photo ID. Vaccines will be given ... Read More »

Crossville set a new annual rainfall record in 2020 with more than 75 inches of rain falling during the course of the year. The National Weather Service office at Crossville began keeping records in 1954. The final tally Thursday came in at 75.32 inches of rain. That breaks the 2018 record of 74.88 inches. 2021 will begin rainy with precipitation ... Read More »