Area Breaking News
Audit Report Completed and Submitted
Staff Report The Burkesville–Cumberland County Industrial Development Authority’s Board of Directors received good news first thing from President Dr. Elijah Wilson, “The auditor let me know last Friday that the audit has been completed and everything has been filed.” He said he forwarded that information along to the State and that everything…
Read MoreLady Softball Team Recognized
Staff Report Members of the Lady Panther Softball Team were recognized at the Softball Awards Banquet presented by Franklin Bank and Trust Company, May 31, at Bowling Green High School. Madi Cooksey received first team catcher and infielder, Kenzie Willen received first team infielder, Abby Morgan received second team pitcher and first…
Read MoreEuropean Riders Rally Round Us Again
By Greg Wells CCN—Editor Keith Hargis is the new organizer of the European Motorcycle Riders’ Rally put on every May in Cumberland County by the BMW Motorcycle Club of Nashville, and he said he and his crew had a good time this year. “We had several good rides, Yahoo Falls, Standing Stone…
Read MoreSupportive Shoes and People Make Dancing Possible
Photos and Story By Greg Wells CCN–Editor There was a prom last Friday in Burkesville. The attendees were in fancy dress, music played, and pictures were taken to remember the event. The only difference between this prom and the one at the high school was that this one took place at the…
Read MoreQuiet Local Races Get Loud and Close in the Last Days
By Greg Wells — CCN-Editor With local election watchers taken by surprise with some of the tactics employed by one side in the last week of the local primary election a lot of attention was drawn to the polls May 19. Rhetoric on one side became decidedly bellicose, from some supporters, turning Trump-like in their…
Read MoreLady Panthers Win the District 16 Championship, 2-4
Voting: What to Bring — Where To Go
When you show up to the polls next Tuesday, or to Early Voting, you need to bring along your state issued photo ID, Driver’s License or college identification said County Clerk Bryan Morgan. He said such forms of identification are required, and that the previously allowed bank cards are no longer allowed for identification, though…
Read MoreJustice Delivered in Cumberland County
Guilty verdict after about two hours’ deliberation Those with experience observing high-profile trials were surprised by the speed of the trial in Cumberland County this week. Thomas O’Donnell was accused of capital murder in the shooting death of Michael Harding, back in September 2022. The trial began Monday, April 27, with jury selection and by…
Read MoreLocal Volunteers Step Up
Staff Report Fourteen dedicated community members have officially completed their disaster response training through the American Red Cross. These volunteers underwent rigorous training to prepare for local emergencies, ranging from home fires to large-scale natural disasters. Their certification means they are now ready to provide immediate relief—including food, shelter, and emotional support—to…
Read MoreWater Board hires employee and lawfirm
By Greg Wells CCN—Editor Late in the Jan. 14 evening meeting of the Cumberland County Water District Board, board members expressed cautious optimism after repeated interviews of the candidate and agreed to hiring him for a probationary period of 60 to 90 days starting February 2. The board then moved into an…
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