October 1903
+Judge Cordell Hull was on the bench and meted out justice to offenders against law and order with the hand of strict justice and with wholesome effect on the future conduct of numerous young men. He made it hard for pistol toters and liquor sellers.
+Vance Houston returned home to Crab Orchard last week from Hanging Limb in Overton County where he had been to see his best girl.
+Ozone — Warren Young acknowledges he is tired of the arduous labor of city life and will soon return to his farm and take life easy.
October 1929
+Mrs. Alice Bassett, Red Cross nurse for the county, gives a few simple rules on “how to keep well.” Keep away from sick people. When you feel sick go to the doctor. Use drugs only upon your doctor’s advice. Breathe lots of fresh air. Keep the skin clean. See that bowels move once a day. Drink lots of water. Eat regular, moderately and slowly. Sleep at regular times with windows wide open. Avoid insect bites. Wear suitable clothes for the weather. Get vaccinated. Exercise. Do not worry.
+Peavine — Hugh Center was in this community one day last week getting up his cattle.
October 1993
+Tennessee Wildlife Viewing Guide is a new book featuring 81 hot spots in the state for great viewing. The 96 pages include dozens of color photographs. TWRA and eleven other public and private nature-oriented organizations sponsored the book written by wildlife biologist and ornithologist Paul Hamel and compiled by Laura Mitchell of the U.S. Forest Service.
+The future of Tennessee’s revolutionary public health policy, TennCare, awaits federal O.K. from Health & Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala. Gov. McWherter is pushing hard for the program to go in effect January 1. There has been opposition from hospitals and the medical profession around the state.
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LOOKING BACK: A weekly historical news feature
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CCHS names Top Ten for Class of 2012
Abigayle Marie Claflin has earned the top spot in the Cumberland County High School Class of 2012, followed by Taylor Nicole Vaden as the class salutatorian.
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Health reform law saves $2.1 billion for 3.6 million Americans with Medicare
Nearly 3.6 million people with Medicare saved $2.1 billion on their prescription drugs in 2011 thanks to the Affordable Care Act according to data issued today by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Savings for people with Medicare will increase over time.
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BOE ready to present vision to community
After months of work, the Cumberland County Board of Education approved a revised mission statement, belief statements and vision statements in January and is ready to start presenting the document to the community.
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Suspect in road rage incident sought
Crossville Police have a getaway vehicle description, a possible tag number and even a suspect's name, but so far have not been able to apprehend the man wanted in connection with a road rage incident that occurred last Tuesday.
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Water off at Renegade in spite of court order
In spite of a Chancery Court order, at least 84 condominium units and two homes on Renegade Mountain remained without water Monday after the water supply was turned off last Wednesday night.
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Man facing 20 charges sentenced to seven years
A Cumberland County man who went on a crime spree of burglaries and thefts — racking up 20 charges in the process — entered guilty pleas to several charges in Criminal Court and received a total of seven years in prison.
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Schools say thanks to principals Feb. 10
Cumberland County Schools will recognize principals and administrative staff Feb. 10 following a resolution of appreciation by the Cumberland County Board of Education.
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Phoenix School to get classroom, shop area
The former maintenance facility at the Phoenix School will become a classroom and shop facility for an expanded Career and Technical Education program at the alternative school.
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Moving dirt
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