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The state wants to see how much you are composting. UCDD Solid Waste Planner Lisa Luck said a new state report seeks to find if counties have kept at least a quarter of solid waste out of class-one landfills. She said if residents track their composting, they can help the accuracy of the report. “The landfills are running out of ... Read More »

UCHRA plans to distribute some ten tractor-trailers worth of food at commodity events throughout this holiday season. The Emergency Food Assistance Program is supplying the food surplus. Community Service Assistant Director Jordan Herald said it will be available at an array of distribution sites for those who meet income guidelines. “We envision the individuals coming through the event, they’re going ... Read More »

A recent study indicates that one in eight adults over 50 has a form of food addiction to salty snacks. Local Psychologist Derrick Edwards said that is a result of how certain foods affect your brain. He said, in the same way, an illicit drug might send a dopamine hit to your brain, food can do the same. “We’re using ... Read More »

The Overton County Commission applying for grant funding so local food pantries can purchase new equipment Monday. County Executive Steven Barlow said the some $500,000 would flow through the county. Barlow said then, operations such as churches or non-profits can apply for a share. “I found a food grant, and I reached out to them to find out more about ... Read More »

The Cookeville Rescue Mission is prepared for anyone needing a warm place to stay. Kitchen and House Manager Paul Root said some have already taken advantage with some 40 people already housed. “Any time the weather becomes 40 degrees or below or incumbent weather comes in, rain, fog, heavy wind, snow, what we do is we open up our mission ... Read More »

September is National Preparedness Month, a time for families and individuals to get ready whenever disaster strikes. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said whether it is from severe weather or prolonged power outages, you never know how long problems could last. Smith said communication devices, food and water, ways to stay warm should all be in place before a ... Read More »

The Van Buren County Fair will open the gates on Saturday with country nights and carnival lights. Fair President Lesa Bouldin said the fair stuck with fan favorites this year like beauty pageants, the chainsaw challenge and greased pig competition. “We stuck with the ones that we knew worked, that people would come out and see,” Bouldin said. “The carnival, ... Read More »

Sparta’s Life Care Center is bringing back its cookbook to raise money for Alzheimer’s of Tennessee. Limited Memory Unit Clinical Coordinator Shelia Jared said the goal is to raise $10,000. Jared said the idea started in the facility with recipes saved from Alzheimer patients and cherished memories the dish brings back. “This year it’s about that also but it’s about ... Read More »

The Overton County Fair returns on Thursday with expectations to be bigger and better than ever. Fair Board Treasurer Donita Wilson said there will be something for everyone over the 11 days. Wilson said the people of Overton County makes the fair so special. “We have a tremendous community support and volunteers,” Wilson said. “They come out and help us ... Read More »

Byrdstown is planning an Independence Day event so large, it needed two days to fit in all the fun. Mayor Sam Gibson said everyone is invited to the West Main Street Pavilion on Friday and Saturday. Gibson said on Friday a big night out is planned for kids to come and play. “We’re going to have our water slide and ... Read More »