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Putnam Veterans Parade Friday, Sparta Hosting Program Saturday

Several Veterans Day events in the Upper Cumberland celebrating those who have served. In Putnam County Friday, the Veterans Day Parade will begin with a ceremony in the county commission chambers at 10:45 a.m. The parade will follow shortly after starting at the county courthouse. It will then travel to North Washington Avenue along Broad Street to the Cookeville Depot. ... Read More »

UC Lakes Drawn Down To Winter Pool Levels

Water levels of two main Upper Cumberland lakes may seem down to the general public, but the Army Corp of Engineers intentionally lowers water levels this time of year. Water Management Hydraulic Engineer Robert Dillingham said Dale Hollow and Center Hill Lakes typically fill in the spring and are brought down to a winter pool. “They’re basically right where we ... Read More »

Steady Turnout On Election Day As Polls Approach Closing Time

Election officials across the Upper Cumberland reporting steady turnout in the final hours before the polls close. Impressive turnout according to White County election officials. Election Administrator Dorcas Marcum reported higher turnout than the previous two elections this year. In Putnam County, lines reported at some precincts Tuesday afternoon. Cumberland County Election Administrator Jill Davis said voters are turning out ... Read More »

Empower UC Begins With Workers Reporting For Duty

Tuesday is the first day of work for some of the manpower behind the Upper Cumberland’s initiative to bring 800 families out of poverty. UCHRA Executive Director Mark Farley said the some 30 employees behind the Empower Upper Cumberland pilot will be stationed at the UCHRA offices and other partner agencies. “Just getting all the paperwork and getting them assigned ... Read More »

UC Counties Looking For More Land To Advertise For Industrial Development

There is a need for more industrial sites in the Upper Cumberland. UCDD Executive Director Mark Farley highlighted the issue when he encouraged local mayors to target land during a recent executive committee meeting. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said there is a high demand for sites. ‘We have sold everything that we have,” Robinson said. “We’ve been real ... Read More »

This Week Clay Commission And Gainesboro Aldermen Meet

This week in the Upper Cumberland the Cookeville City Council will host a work session Monday. Council members will review proposed agenda items in preparation for its full meeting Thursday. The Monday work session starts at 4:00 p.m. with the council meeting starting 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The Clay County Commission gathers Monday night at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, the Crossville City ... Read More »

Drug Take Back Day Returns This Saturday Across The Region

Jackson County Prevention Partnership one of multiple drug coalitions across the region hosting a drug takeback this Saturday. Project Director Nora Anderson said the DEA started drug takeback days in 2010 in an attempt to fight the drug overdose epidemic. She said the day serves as a reminder to the public to get rid of old medications to help prevent ... Read More »

North Warren Fire Chief Pleased With Response To Wildfire

North Warren Fire Department Chief Raymond Roberts described the scene of the Warren County wildfire as “controlled chaos.” Roberts was incident command over the response that started early Monday morning and continued until Tuesday night. Roberts said he issued a state mutual aid request and crews from across the Upper Cumberland responded to the call. “On the ground it was ... Read More »