Tag Archives: Gainesboro

Jackson County EMS and 911 was forced to evacuate their facility due to flooding. Jackson County EMA spokesperson Derek Woolbright said crews started monitoring flooding near the facility, but water made its way in at about 2:00 AM Sunday. Woolbright said 911 communications were able to stay in operation thanks to Putnam County and Upper Cumberland Homeland Security. “There’s a ... Read More »

Jackson County has experienced significant utility damage due to flooding and rainfall over the weekend. The Jackson County Utility District has seen waterlines washout, leaving many customers without water at this time. Those areas include: New Hope Rd Schelley Knob Williford Lane Ft Blount Ferry Rd Flynn’s Creek Hunting Creek Rd Riley Creek Rd Pine Lick Rd Crabtree Creek Rd ... Read More »

The tentative Summer Learning Camp plan was approved by the Jackson County School Board Thursday night. The schedule approved is June 1 through June 28, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said the tentative plan will become finalized when enrollment numbers are confirmed. “We have a survey that will be going out and then followed ... Read More »

The Jackson County School System is preparing to start outreach to gauge interest in virtual learning next school year. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said that she wants to put out a survey about families intentions before meeting with the Board of Education in March. Brown said keeping options open is important when no one knows what the pandemic will ... Read More »

Jackson County Schools allocated $65,000 for the state-mandated summer school. The School Board discussed preliminary plans for how the system will set up the sessions Thursday night. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said one thing to figure out is how $65,000 will cover six weeks for k-4 students and four weeks for 5-7 students. “I mean, until we figure out ... Read More »

The Inaugural Dailey and Vincent Cumberland River Music Festival is coming to Jackson County this Fall. Chamber of Commerce President Jordan Hunter said more than a year of behind the scenes work, led to the announcement tickets would go on sale. Hunter said the festival will be big for local business and tourism. “We have limited lodging in the Gainesboro, ... Read More »

The river could be the spine of Jackson County’s recreational opportunities. That’s according to planner Kevin Gunther who led a public meeting Tuesday night on Jackson County’s master parks and recreation plan. Gunther said the river could provide recreational opportunities that draw tourists to Jackson County. “Now you can think about the kind of different experiences you can give people,” ... Read More »

Jackson County will hold a public meeting to discuss its proposed long-range parks and recreation master plan. The purpose of the session is to explain the goals and objectives of the master plan. It will also provide for community input on the vision to enhance and expand outdoor recreation and facilities over the next 20 years. Mayor Randy Heady said ... Read More »

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, fire departments and EMA are working together to perform welfare checks. This is for all residents in areas that are still without power. Jackson County EMA Spokesperson Derek Woolbright said residents need to call (931) 268-0180 if they are concerned about someone and are unable to check themselves. Woolbright said they encourage residents to please ... Read More »

Jackson County EMA is delivering generators to residents who need power for medical reasons. Spokesperson Derek Woolbright said these are available to residents on oxygen or other life sustaining medical equipment and devices. Woolbright said generators are still available. Residents in need can call (931) 268-6133 or (931) 268-2556 Read More »