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The Friends Group of the Art Circle Library in Crossville is hosting a Books, Bling and Bake fundraiser. Friends President Louise Nee said supporters can expect a wide range of pre-owned books, donated jewelry from the community and homemade goodies. Nee said those that are members of the Friends Group can participate in the fundraiser on Thursday. Nee said then, ... Read More »

The Van Buren County Fair Board hosting a fundraising event this weekend for this year’s fair. A benefit auction and musical performances coming this Saturday at the Fall Creek Falls Riding Stable. President Lesa Bouldin said the event begins at 4:00 p.m. Bouldin said the Anderson Family Band will bring the entertainment with live bluegrass music. Bouldin said there will also ... Read More »

Friday and Saturday is the last chance to purchase tickets for the Sparta White County Volunteer Rescue Squad Father Daughter Dance. The annual event comes March 5th at the White County Agricultural Building. Assistant Chief Charlie Tollison said this year’s theme is a 50’s night sock hop. “It gives an opportunity and a chance for fathers and daughters to get ... Read More »

Sign-ups are live for the annual Cupid’s Chase 5K, set to be on February 12th at Tennessee Tech. Community Options Inc. hosts the 5K every year at over 30 locations across the country. Cookeville Branch’s Executive Director Kristine Shirley said that the event is to raise funds for those with mental and developmental disabilities. “Say someone needs OT therapy equipment, ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech’s Homecoming Food Pantry Campaign raised over $54,000 to help students and families in need in the Tech community. The original goal of the campaign was $10,000. Associate Director of Student-Affairs Learning Center Michelle Huddleston said that the funds will help the pantry to better accommodate those with dietary restrictions as well as provide more healthy options. Huddleston said ... Read More »

The Cassville Volunteer Fire Department in Sparta will be fundraising through a breakfast this Saturday. Fire Chief Teddy Stockton said his crew consists of 30 members. Stockton said by buying a plate, you help the department conduct training and buy gear. “We’ve had some new recruits this year,” Stockton said. “To suit a fireman up, it cost somewhere around $5,000 ... Read More »

CASA of Overton County is in need of money to serve abused and neglected children in the court system. Coordinator Susan O’Neil said the need led to creating a charity motorcycle ride on Saturday, partnering with a local motorcycle club. O’Neil said that registering to ride on Saturday helps them pay for advocate recruitment, education materials and travel expenses. O’Neil ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech will host its Bacchanal 2021 as a virtual auction for the first time. Program Manager Gail Gentry said that the auction conducted by Amonett Eagle Auction and Realty services boasts 57 donations from local, regional, and national artists. She said that the auction began more than 25 years ago as a way to provide scholarship funding for Tech’s ... Read More »

Motlow State’s Sparta Campus is hosting its first Fall Fundraiser on Saturday, October 23rd from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. College Advisory Program (CAP) Chair Robert Officer said that the event will be a dinner and music experience, complete with tunes by the Connection Band and food by Town Creek Chuckwagon. Officer said that they’ve previously fundraised using golf tournaments. ... Read More »

Another year of homemade craft goods and art pieces at Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church. Group Leader at Crafter’s For Missions Elizabeth Clow said the event will feature everything from florals, to jewelry, to baked goods. She said that a lot of preparation work goes into the sale. “The ladies of the community, as well as ladies in the church, ... Read More »