Tag Archives: Program

UCDD wants the state to make a one million dollar childcare grant program into a reoccurring opportunity. The state funding was used for nine projects that created some 300 additional childcare spots in the Upper Cumberland. Executive Director Mark Farley said the development district wants to get more operations licensed by state. “We have a lot of small operations where ... Read More »

Putnam County students who speak Spanish will soon have more opportunities to read books in their language. The school system received a state grant that allowed hundreds of Spanish books to be added to the Words on Wheels program. Coordinator Dr. Mark Rodgers said the repurposed school bus travels to schools so students can take home a book. “We have ... Read More »

More micro-loan opportunities through UCDD will be available for those starting a small business. The Executive Committee voted Thursday to increase the cap from $450,000 to $1 million. Lending and Economic Director Megan Choate said the loan committee felt it was time to up the portfolio. “As the economy changes and as new businesses start, we see ebbs and flows ... Read More »

Highlands Economic Partnership aims to create the next generation of leaders through a program rolling out this August. Director of Investor and Community Relations Adam Poe said the one-year initiative will teach new or middle manager positions how to lead a business. “It’s to give confidence to those who are about to take the next step of leadership within their ... Read More »

It’s almost time get your favorite Girl Scout Cookies. The season kicks off Sunday showcasing fan favorites and one new flavor. Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee Communication Manager Sarah Elmore said the funds from the program help support local troops. “Girls Scouts of Middle Tennessee are able to do amazing things for the community whether it is programs or supporting ... Read More »

All signs are pointing to the Putnam County Fair returning to the old fairgrounds one last time. Board President John Allen said the 10-day program is complete with the fair scheduled for August 4th through the 13th. “We’ll be back at the present fairgrounds this year,” Allen said. “At least we think we will. That’s the program we are planning. ... Read More »

White County Middle School has seen a drop in discipline referrals after implementing a program that incentivises students to do right. Principal Farrah Griffith said positive behavioral interventions and support, also known as PBIS, has dropped administrator involvement in student behavior by 46 percent. “Our school has warrior bucks,” Griffith said. “Every teacher gets 10 a week, so within our ... Read More »