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Putnam Schools Offering Virtual Office Hours For ESSER Q&A

Anyone with questions about ESSER funding and how it can be spent can get their questions answered by the Putnam County School System. The system is offering virtual office hours where parents and community members can participate. ESSER Coordinator Jason Stickler said the system wants to get as much information out as it can before the August 27 deadline. “What ... Read More »

PCSS Surveying Community On How To Spend ESSER 3.0 Funding

The Putnam County School System is looking for community input on how to best use ESSER 3.0 funding. ESSER Coordinator Jason Stickler said the survey is on the system’s new ESSER website. Stickler said hearing from families is critical because how much the federal funding affects students and the community. “Our goal is to gather as much input and feedback ... Read More »

UCHRA Seeking Regional Input On Services Needed

UCHRA is looking for residents across the region to take its Community Needs Assessment to help focus service efforts. Community Services Assistant Director Megan Spurgeon said UCHRA wants input from citizens, elected officials, law enforcement and more. Spurgeon said services are often tied to a certain poverty level, however that has expanded during the pandemic. “If someone is technically over ... Read More »

Monterey Pledges Funding To Host A Country Concert

The town of Monterey has pledged $30,000 to go towards a concert coming this fall. The Board of Aldermen approved the expenditure in a special called meeting Thursday night. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the event is being organized by Magna 1 Lubricant Owner Chris Landers. ‘We’re extremely excited about it,” Cleary said. “I am glad the city managed the ... Read More »

Comptroller’s Office Holding Meeting For Federal Funding Guidance

The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office will hold a Tuesday meeting to provide guidance for spending federal money. State Senator Mark Pody said this is also an opportunity for non-profit organizations and businesses to find out what money is available. Pody said this education is critical, with a lack of guidelines. “To make sure that the money is going to be allocated, ... Read More »

State Funding Secured For Tech’s New Engineering Building

Tennessee Tech has been approved for the state funding needed to break ground on its new engineering building. Construction funding for the project was delayed last year due to COVID-related budget concerns. But, Governor Bill Lee’s recently passed budget has the needed funds. President Phil Oldham said just under $50 million has been allocated for the project. “Funding for the ... Read More »

Monterey Puts Half A Million Into Water Treatment Plant Project

The Monterey Board of Aldermen has dedicated a half a million dollars towards its new wastewater treatment plant. Engineer Nathan Green said the town putting its own money into the project increases the chances of receiving grant funding. “Monterey through rate increases that had happened from way back when has amassed a little nest egg that we could provide half ... Read More »

Clay Volunteer Fire, Rescue Squad Receive Extra Funding

Eight Clay County Volunteer Fire Departments and the Rescue Squad received an additional $4,000 in funding during Monday night’s county commission meeting. Clay County Commissioners approved allocating $36,000 in total to the departments and squad because of COVID shutting down fundraising. County Mayor Dale Reagan said with 35 years of experience as a volunteer fire fighter himself, he knows the ... Read More »

LA Stadium Repairs Push Back School Funding Proposal

An Overton County Schools funding proposal has been put on hold to prioritize renovating the Livingston Academy Stadium. The million dollar plan created by board member William Abston would pay for school improvements and class materials while also creating an in-house grant program. School Board Chairman Jarman Hicks said with the fund balance possibly paying for the stadium project, the school ... Read More »

Pickett County’s Amonett House Still Searching For Funding

The Pickett County Historical Society is searching for grant funding to make repairs to the Amonett House. The house was built in the 1830’s and is possibly the oldest free standing home in the county. Pickett County Historical Society Vice President Richard Pierce said the house remains closed to prevent further damage. “The floor in the house needs to be ... Read More »