What’s more All-American than hunting for a bargain? You’re sure to find one as part of the 2016 Firecracker Flea Market at the Putnam County Fairgrounds, Friday July 1 through Sunday July 3. Read More »

Celebrate America’s birthday with a pure American classic! Amazing cars, trucks and cycles will be on display during the Red White & Boom Classic Car Cruise, Saturday July 2 from Noon until 4pm at the Putnam County Fairgrounds. It’s free to show your cars and for those wanting to see this special show.

Bring your classics to the Fairgrounds – enter through the West Gates off Walnut Avenue only. The first 200 classics will receive a dash plate. The first 100 veteran drivers will receive plaques. Woodmen of the World has donated 100 flags for this unique car show.

Prizes will be given away every 30 minutes during the show….plus there will be plenty of great classic music…and delicious food at the Fairgrounds. As you enjoy the classic cruise-in, get registered for a 50-50 drawing, to be given away at 3:45pm.

Help make this the biggest show between Nashville and Knoxville….and celebrate the fourth. Bring your classic vehicles to the Putnam County Fairgrounds and show them off. And show up to see all these classic cars, trucks, and motorcyles too!

It’s the Red White & Boom Classic Car Cruise. For questions, call (931) 260-8020.

When you make your way downtown, grab lunch from local restaurants and charities that will be setup right across from the Library and Dogwood Park. Grab something tasty and enjoy a picnic in Dogwood Park. Read More »

Celebrate Cookeville’s Red White & Boom Celebration with the Old Walton Road Chapter of DAR. It’s Chalk It Up For America, Sunday July 3rd from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Broad Street downtown from the Post Office to the Library will be transformed into a giant pavement chalk art exhibit. Read More »

The best place to view the state’s second biggest fireworks show? The Putnam County Fairgrounds. So get to the Fairgrounds Monday afternoon, reserve your spot, and enjoy some Fourth of July fun during Pre Boom 2016. Parking is free. Avoid the crowds. Read More »

Celebrate the fourth with Cookeville’s Red White and Boom Celebration and other events happening all across the Upper Cumberland. Read More »

Gordonsville High School Graduate Shelby West has been selected as the Lite Rock 95.9/106-9 Kicks Country Dream Big Scholar Scholarship recipient for 2016.

West received a $1,500 scholarship toward higher education pursuits during a June 9 ceremony at DelMonaco Winery. All 13 monthly Dream Big Scholars were recognized for their achievements by representatives from the Tennessee Credit Union, Lite Rock 95.9 and 106-9 Kicks Country.

“Each of you has made a difference in your school and in your community, with your classmates, with teachers, with younger people who look up to you for guidance,” Stonecom President Larry Stone said. “And for the future of our region – and for your own future – those are the gifts that matter most.”

The award honors outstanding work in the classroom, leadership in school groups and organizations, achievement in extra curricular activities as well as work in the community. One student from an Upper Cumberland high school wins the award each month.

West was chosen by a panel to receive the scholarship. During her four years at Gordonsville High School, she not only maintained a top ten class rank, but she worked four years as a Beta Club member. West also earned softball district MVP, volleyball district MVP, and the Blue and White Club homecoming representative honors.

West also believes in giving back. She volunteers for the Backpack Program for the Needy of Smith County, and serves meals at the Ronald McDonald House. West teaches Sunday School at her local church, and also stays busy working at Hackett’s Drugs in Carthage.

“The past four years of my life have taught me major life lessons and these lessons have shaped me into the person I am,” West wrote in her scholarship essay. “I have learned how important it is to give to those who are facing hard times.”

West will attend Tennessee Tech University in pursuit of a pre-pharmacy degree. Her goal is to one day become a Pharmacist.

In addition to West, fellow Gordonsville alum Robin Anne Hord walked away from the ceremony with a $500 college scholarship. White County graduate Staci Dildine also won a $500 scholarship from the Tennessee Credit Union and Stonecom.

“We are so proud of each one of you,” Tennessee Credit Union Branch Manager Lauren Imes said. “Each one of you has shown amazing success in high school and we can’t wait to see where you go from here.”

This is the third year for the Dream Big Scholar Program. Nominations are now open for the 2016-2017 academic year. Parents, teachers, family and friends can nominate rising seniors at LiteRock959.Com or 1069KicksCountry.Com.

The Tennessee Credit Union has offices in middle and east Tennessee, including 1281 South Walnut Avenue in Cookeville. For 65 years, The Tennessee Credit Union has been helping members achieve their financial goals with products and services designed to exceed their expectations.

Stonecom owns and operates Lite Rock 95.9, 106-9 Kicks Country, Rock 93-7, and Cookeville’s News Talk 100.9/AM 1600. The company believes in community service and radio that focuses on the local community. In the spring of 2016, the National Association of Broadcasters recognized Lite Rock 95.9 as a finalist for the Crystal Award, the highest honor bestowed on commercial radio stations. Only 50 stations nationwide received the recognition.

 

Jillie Bean (aka Jill) so enjoys being in your lap! This darling shih tzu mix is about 13 years old, but she is still very peppy, outgoing, and has lots of love to give. She likes to be snuggled up next to you and enjoys belly rubs, rib rubs, and treats. She is already fixed, is crate trained, and weighs about 7lbs. You can bring this super-cute cuddler into your home TODAY by visiting the Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter, 2650 Gainesboro Grade, Cookeville.

 

 

Check out our Hometown High Five recipients for April 2016!

Tell us the good news about your spouse, child, friend or neighbor by posting on Facebook/Twitter with #hometownhighfive or email Sheila Scruggs about the special person and their honor. Then listen mornings, as Sheila delivers a Hometown High Five to that special someone.

05-31-16

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Odyssey of the Mind World Finals: Putnam County Schools represented the whole state of TN. Congratulations to Algood Middle school for their fifth place (in the whole world) and Prescott South Middle which broke into the top 20.

05-27-16

Hometown High Five to Callie Kesty of Livingston for her soccer scholarship to play 4 years at Tennessee Wesleyan College in Athens.

05-26-16

Congratulations to Livingston’s Hope Stephens. She will be representing Tennessee in the Miss USA pageant next Sunday, June 5^th on Fox!

05-25-16

We want to wish a Hometown High Five to Whitney Miller of Cookeville High School for placing first in the school art category of the Interfaith Peace Project.

05-24-16

#HometownHighFive to Larry Burks for winning the Carol Likens Award at the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association meeting.

 

05-23-16

Congratulations to Mara Duke of Cookeville. She is the recipient of a scholarship from Purity Dairies. She will be attending Tennessee Tech.

05-20-16

A big Hometown High Five to Lisa Hartigan from Crossville. She recently became the first female to graduate the Hybrid Electric Vehicle program at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Crossville.

05-19-16

Congrats to Taylor McWilliams of Cookeville who just became a certified lifeguard!

05-18-16

Congratulations to Shani Maria Palombo who was recently crowned Miss Eastside in McMinnville.

5/17/16

The Tennessee Tech Chorale preformed at Ireland’s largest Cathedral, St. Patrick’s and then sang George Frideric Handel’s Messiah at the very location it was first preformed.

5/16/16

Jim McCaleb, service coordinator with the AAAD, won the community hero award for his dedication and service to his clients.

5/13/16

#HometownHighFive to Ethan Hammock and Abby Clough of Livingston Academy for being voted King & Queen of their prom.

5/12/16

Congratulations to Andrew Manley of Cookeville High School. He is this year’s valedictorian.

5/11/16

#HometownHighFive to Macey Davis for being the 2016 Valedictorian of her class at Monterey High School.

5/10/16

Congratulations to Kensley Nash of Upperman High for being Valedictorian of her class.

5/9/16

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The prom King & Queen at Jackson County High School were Dylan Penley and Danielle Smit!

5/6/16

Congrats to Luke Hornby of Cookeville for his academic excellence at Tennessee Tech University in the Military Science Department Army ROTC.

5/5/16

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Samantha Maulding just became a member of the Beta Club at Rickman Elementary. Congrats!!

5/4/16

‪#‎HometownHighFive‬ to Principal of the Year Vicki Presson of Cumberland County Schools. She has over 35 years of teaching experience.

5/3/16

Congrats to Lexi Rowland & Will Lupo who were crowned Queen & King at Warren County High School prom.

5/2/16

 

Andrea Geer is a 6th grade teacher at White County Middle School. Ms. Geer was nominated by Elijah K.. Here’s what Elijah had to say about Ms. Geer, “Mrs. Geer is my ELA teacher. She invests herself into her students academically and personally. She is proud of our success and encourages us to do our best. Mrs. Geer is always there to help us if we are struggling in school or just need to talk about something personal. She and her husband are fisherman and found out that I love fishing, too. She brought me fishing lures to school before my tournament to help me. Then her and her husband came to my tournament at Center Hill for the weigh in! She goes above and beyond for her students. She is a true example of how we should treat others. I am blessed to have her as my teacher!”