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NO TAX INCREASE FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, BUT MAYOR WARNS HEAVY SAVINGS DIP CREATES DEFICIT RISK
The Cumberland County Commission approved its 2026–2027 fiscal budget through four resolutions during a special called meeting on August 3, leaving local tax rates
ROANE COUNTY SCHOOLS LAUNCH FREE MEALS FOR ALL STUDENTS, ELIMINATING LUNCH DEBT AND STIGMA
As students in Roane County returned to class this Monday, they were met with a significant upgrade to their daily routine: free breakfast and lunch
GARRY SELBY ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
A 42-year-old Sparta man was arrested on July 28, 2026, following a traffic stop on Highway 70 West near the Cumberland and White County line.
DORIAN RIVERS ARRESTED AFTER BARRICADE INCIDENT AND PATROL CAR METH DISCOVERY
A 32-year-old local man is facing multiple drug charges after a standoff with law enforcement ended with deputies finding a stash of methamphetamine inside a
MAN BANNED FROM CROSSVILLE HOTEL AFTER REPEATED SUSPICIOUS LEWD BEHAVIOR
Police were called to the Hampton Inn on Hospitality Drive early Tuesday afternoon following reports of a suspicious man in the parking lot, according to
BRACE FOR TRAFFIC AS THE 40TH ANNUAL HIGHWAY 127 YARD SALE KICKS OFF THIS THURSDAY
Cumberland County residents should prepare for heavy traffic and keep a close watch for pedestrians along Main Street (Highway 127) starting this Thursday, August 6,
MISSING MORGAN COUNTY MAN FOUND DEAD FOLLOWING SILVER ALERT SEARCH
A search for a missing Morgan County man ended in tragedy Sunday afternoon when authorities discovered the body of David Garrett, the subject of a
FENTRESS COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES NEW JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM FOR LOCAL YOUTH
The Fentress County Fire Department has officially announced the launch of its new Junior Firefighter Program, aimed at young men and women ages 13 to
2026 CUMBERLAND COUNTY FAIR RETURNS THIS AUGUST WITH PAGEANTS, RIDES, AND FAMILY FUN
The Cumberland County Fair Association has officially released its full schedule for the 2026 Cumberland County Fair. Featuring a mix of pageant competitions, livestock shows,
CROSSVILLE COUNCIL DISCUSSES WATER ASSETS REFERENDUM AND PUBLIC INPUT REQUIREMENTS
At a special called meeting of the Crossville City Council, officials focused significant attention on matters surrounding an upcoming referendum on the potential transfer of
FENTRESS COUNTY EXECUTIVE JIMMY JOHNSON RETIRES AFTER YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE
Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson is officially stepping down, marking the end of a pivotal chapter in local government leadership. The announcement drew a warm
TIRE MIX-UP LEADS TO FALSE ALARM: “STOLEN” CAMRY FOUND PARKED AT LOCAL MOTEL ALL ALONG
What began as a stolen vehicle report at a motel on July 24 ended up being nothing more than a major miscommunication over a set
NO TAX INCREASE FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, BUT MAYOR WARNS HEAVY SAVINGS DIP CREATES DEFICIT RISK
The Cumberland County Commission approved its 2026–2027 fiscal budget through four resolutions during a special called meeting on August 3, leaving local tax rates unchanged while sparking c ...
ROANE COUNTY SCHOOLS LAUNCH FREE MEALS FOR ALL STUDENTS, ELIMINATING LUNCH DEBT AND STIGMA
As students in Roane County returned to class this Monday, they were met with a significant upgrade to their daily routine: free breakfast and lunch for everyone, with no applications, income requirem ...
GARRY SELBY ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
A 42-year-old Sparta man was arrested on July 28, 2026, following a traffic stop on Highway 70 West near the Cumberland and White County line. According to Cumberland County Sheriff's Office incident ...
DORIAN RIVERS ARRESTED AFTER BARRICADE INCIDENT AND PATROL CAR METH DISCOVERY
A 32-year-old local man is facing multiple drug charges after a standoff with law enforcement ended with deputies finding a stash of methamphetamine inside a patrol vehicle early this morning. Dorian ...
MAN BANNED FROM CROSSVILLE HOTEL AFTER REPEATED SUSPICIOUS LEWD BEHAVIOR
Police were called to the Hampton Inn on Hospitality Drive early Tuesday afternoon following reports of a suspicious man in the parking lot, according to an incident report released by the Crossville ...
BRACE FOR TRAFFIC AS THE 40TH ANNUAL HIGHWAY 127 YARD SALE KICKS OFF THIS THURSDAY
Cumberland County residents should prepare for heavy traffic and keep a close watch for pedestrians along Main Street (Highway 127) starting this Thursday, August 6, as the legendary 127 Yard Sale mak ...
MISSING MORGAN COUNTY MAN FOUND DEAD FOLLOWING SILVER ALERT SEARCH
A search for a missing Morgan County man ended in tragedy Sunday afternoon when authorities discovered the body of David Garrett, the subject of a statewide Silver Alert. The Tennessee Bureau of Inve ...
FENTRESS COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES NEW JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM FOR LOCAL YOUTH
The Fentress County Fire Department has officially announced the launch of its new Junior Firefighter Program, aimed at young men and women ages 13 to 17 who are interested in learning about the fire ...
2026 CUMBERLAND COUNTY FAIR RETURNS THIS AUGUST WITH PAGEANTS, RIDES, AND FAMILY FUN
The Cumberland County Fair Association has officially released its full schedule for the 2026 Cumberland County Fair. Featuring a mix of pageant competitions, livestock shows, live demonstrations, and ...
CROSSVILLE COUNCIL DISCUSSES WATER ASSETS REFERENDUM AND PUBLIC INPUT REQUIREMENTS
At a special called meeting of the Crossville City Council, officials focused significant attention on matters surrounding an upcoming referendum on the potential transfer of the city’s water assets. ...
FENTRESS COUNTY EXECUTIVE JIMMY JOHNSON RETIRES AFTER YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE
Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson is officially stepping down, marking the end of a pivotal chapter in local government leadership. The announcement drew a warm tribute from neighboring Cumberl ...
TIRE MIX-UP LEADS TO FALSE ALARM: “STOLEN” CAMRY FOUND PARKED AT LOCAL MOTEL ALL ALONG
What began as a stolen vehicle report at a motel on July 24 ended up being nothing more than a major miscommunication over a set of tires. Local police officers responded to the motel around 9:30 PM ...
