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York Institute hoping to implement an 80-year forestry program for students to learn sustainable forestry and business practices. School Director John Bush said that CTE Director Sam Brown came up with the idea. Bush said that they want to be able to teach their students how to make the most of the land and use natural resources to their benefit. ... Read More »

The pandemic has put a pause on restoration efforts at the Sgt. Alvin C. York Center for Peace and Valor. Executive Director of the Sgt. York Patriotic Foundation Debbie York said she is still holding out hope that restoration can continue after the pandemic. However, she said the stop on restoration might result in changing the approach to the center. ... Read More »

Roane State Community College is set to host an open house for its new complex in Clarkrange. Fentress County Mayor Jimmy Johnson said the campus will help cut down on student’s commute time, compared to driving to Harriman. Johnson said having a location for student’s to learn close to home should bolster the counties workforce. “Well, anytime you further your ... Read More »

The high school football season kicks off Friday. York Institute will limit fans for its high schools football games beginning Friday night. Athletic Director Bruce Winningham said about 150 fans will be allowed for each game. When entering, masks, social distancing and temperature checks are required. “TSSAA recommended one third or one fourth,” Winningham said. “We thought it would be ... Read More »

The Fentress County School Board approved a revised calendar Monday night that will begin Monday August 10. Because of the cancellation of the Fentress County Fair, Schools Director Mike Jones said the system had an extra day that could be put to use in training teachers. “We really need some extra time to do some virtual training,” Jones said. Students ... Read More »