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Director of Schools, Rebecca Farley, Warns Parents and Students About Threats of Violence
Cumberland County Schools is urging parents to talk with their children about the growing issue of threats made on school property-reminding families that even "jokes" can now lead to felony charges. Director of Schools Rebecca Farley released a statement this week emphasizing that the saf...
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3-Year-Old Boy Dies in Rickman House Fire, Second Deadly Overton County Blaze in Under a Week
Another tragic house fire has claimed the life of an Overton County child. Rickman Volunteer Fire Chief Spencer Curd said the call went out shortly before 10am Tuesday (11/18/2025) and firefighters arrived at the home off Rickman Monterey Highway to find a mother and infant who had escaped onto the ...
Nov 19, 2025
High School Basketball
The Cumberland County High School basketball teams played host to Wartburg Central High School in Hall of Fame match-ups Tuesday evening. The Lady Jets rolled to a 73-39 win, and the Jets cruised to an 87-49 victory over the Bulldogs. CCHS is scheduled to host Concord Christian on Friday and will vi...
Nov 19, 2025
Charles Clapper Inducted into Crossville Airport Hall of Fame
Charles "Chuck" Clapper is the latest addition to the Crossville Airport Hall of Fame. Mayor RJ Crawford recognized Clapper during the November session of the Crossville City Council on Tuesday. Clapper has been flying for more than 60 years and has logged in excess of 25,000 flying hours....
Nov 19, 2025
Davey Hollingsworth named November Student of the Month
Crossville Mayor RJ Crawford bestowed the honor of Student of the Month on Davey Hollingsworth during Tuesday's session of the Crossville City Council. His teacher says, "Davey is always willing to help and never complains. He often helps classmates without being asked. He is a great student.&...
Nov 19, 2025






