Monterey First Baptist Church will host a Jesus Walk on Good Friday to commemorate the crucifixion and celebrate the resurrection season by carrying a cross through town. Monterey First Baptist Church Pastor Bill Barenkamp said the event begins at the church parking lot and concludes at Whitaker Park. The route covers ...

As dry conditions continue across the Upper Cumberland, a local fire chief said he is concerned about the potential increased risk of fires throughout the region. Multiple wildfires have broken out in the Smoky Mountain region and have spread rapidly due to dry conditions. Livingston Fire Chief Rocky Dial said the Uppe...

DeKalb County High School students can learn Thursday about new pathways into the medical field through a dual enrollment certified nursing assistant program. TCAT McMinnville Dual Enrollment Coordinator Michele Chamberlain said the Healthcare Education Rural Opportunities grant will cover the costs of textbooks, suppl...

Overton County's newly approved local tourism partnership shifting into its next phase, as leaders begin the search for a director to guide the partnership. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Zach Stephens said the formation of the partnership marks a major step forward after months of planning...

Putnam County received a major federal grant of more than $822,000 to install emergency generators at key county facilities. County Mayor Randy Porter said FEMA will allow the county to purchase backup generators for ten different facilities, including community centers, libraries, and government buildings. Porter said...

An outside prosecutor will review the investigation into Putnam County Mayoral Candidate Wayne Nabors after the district attorney recused his office. District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway said he learned of preliminary investigations conducted by the comptroller's office regarding allegations related to Nabors while...

For Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles men's tennis player Alex Alvarez, the journey to Cookeville started long before college, and far beyond the United States. A native of Spain, Alvarez grew up immersed in the sport, competing in tournaments across his home country and internationally. Alvarez said tennis for him and his ...

Clay County's all-time leading tackler is taking his next step. For Reece Adams, that step is continuing both his academic and athletic career at University of the Cumberlands, a decision shaped by years of work, support, and steady growth into one of the Upper Cumberland's most complete football players. Adams, a seni...

As the season gets underway, Cookeville Cavaliers track and field athlete Emma Cook said she is embracing both growth and leadership. Entering her junior year, Cook has developed into one of the team's most versatile competitors. Competing in events ranging from the 100-meter hurdles to field events like pole vault, hi...

The City of McMinnville is preparing to roll out a new software system aimed at improving sanitation services and communication with residents. McMinnville Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the new software system is called RouteWare. Bussell said the new software tracks trucks in real time and optimizes garbag...