CRMC receives AHA Achievement Award for heart attack care
CBJ AdminFriday, May 3, 2013
COOKEVILLE — Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award. This award demonstrates CRMC’s commitment and success in implementing a high standard of care for heart attack patients.
“It is rewarding that our heart attack team has been recognized by the national leader of cardiac care, the American Heart Association,” said cardiologist Stacy Brewington, M.D. “Although our program has been perfor... click here to read more
Be a tourist in your own town, promoting tourism week in the Highlands
CBJ AdminFriday, May 3, 2013
HIGHLANDS – In recognition of National Travel and Tourism Week, May 4-12, local residents are invited to visit the Highlands Visitor Center, 470 Neal St., Cookeville, to be a “tourist in your own town” and see what others come from miles around, out of state and overseas, to see. Refreshments will be available and drawings for prizes will take place throughout the week. The center, managed by the Cookeville-Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and funded by the Highlands Initiative, is open seven days a week from 9 a.m.-... click here to read more
TTU grad leads AM workout at Crossville complex; others in business community invited
CBJ AdminWednesday, May 1, 2013
CROSSVILLE – Nick Reed knows it’s best to engage in challenging physical training to stay healthy. As a graduate of the exercise science program at Tennessee Tech University, he has learned his lessons well. The Crossville resident finds the best time to train is early in the morning before he goes to work. For him that’s 6 a.m., five days a week.
At least a dozen other Crossville area residents think like he does, so they join the 26-year-old at the Cumberland Medical Center Wellness Complex for strenuous, 45-minute workouts.
The group has been training indoors at the complex during the winter, but now that spring is here, they are taking their exercise... click here to read more
Are educators happy with their work environment? State survey says yes
CBJ AdminTuesday, Apr 30, 2013
Teacher survey show increased participation and strong job satisfaction numbers NASHVILLE – Tennessee educators reported improved work environments in a broad range of categories, Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam announced today, in a survey that also shows a correlation to increased student achievement. The results from the second statewide TELL (Teaching, Empowering, Leading and Learning) Tennessee survey are now available, and more than 61,000 educators (82 percent) responded, a 5 percentage point increase from 2011.
Educators were asked to submit their perceptions on a variety of issues... click here to read more
CRMC Foundation’s Pet Therapy Fund helps cancer patients
CBJ AdminTuesday, Apr 30, 2013
COOKEVILLE – The Foundation at Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has announced a $2,250 grant to the hospital’s Cancer Center to purchase “My Personal Treatment Journals” for 75 cancer patients. These journals assist cancer patients to better understand their treatment process, what to expect, helpful information on a variety of topics and what resources might be available to them. The advisory committee of the Foundation’s Pet Therapy Fund recommended the grant. The Pet Therapy Fund supports several initiatives at CRMC, including a program of pet-assisted therapy for patients wh... click here to read more
Cookeville hospital celebrates National Volunteer Week
CBJ AdminWednesday, Apr 24, 2013
COOKEVILLE – April 21-27 is National Volunteer Week and Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is recognizing its more than 160 volunteers who give up their time every week to come in and serve those from the community who come in as patients, visitors and employees and staff. “We came to Cookeville eight years ago knowing no one. Today, through volunteering at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, we have many friends,” said Bob and Bette Watson, lifeline and main lobby volunteers. “Volunteering, to us, is a way of giving back to our community. To volunteer feels good. Assisting those who ... click here to read more
CRMC and Foundation launch ‘Art for Healing’ program
CBJ AdminTuesday, Apr 23, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Studies suggest that art and aesthetics can have a positive effect on health and healing. That’s why Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been paying extra attention to those kinds of details over the past several years, from the design and construction of the North Patient Tower to the most recent endeavor by the hospital’s Foundation.
During the design phase through construction of the North Tower, there was a purposeful plan to include wide windows, earth-tone decor and nature-themed art throughout the new facility. Rese... click here to read more
Putnam County Habitat welcomes new board members
CBJ AdminMonday, Apr 22, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Putnam County Habitat for Humanity (PCHFH) has welcomed two new directors to its board of directors. Amanda Brantley, chief financial officer (CFO) of Mack Mechanical, and Rob Pierce, Cookeville-Potter’s ACE Hardware and Building Center general manager, joined the non-profit housing ministry’s board.
“We always enjoy welcoming newcomers to our board of directors,” said Marilyn Mullinix, 2013 board chair and community president for Progressive Savings Bank. “Amanda and Rob both have hearts for the ministry and the background experience that will help further our mission. Both ha... click here to read more
CRMC raises 'Donate Life Flag'
CBJ AdminSunday, Apr 21, 2013
Honoring donors and their families during April’s National Donate Life Month COOKEVILLE -- Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has raised the “Donate Life Flag” for the month of April, partnering with Tennessee Donor Services to recognize National Donate Life Month.
CRMC joins thousands of hospitals and organizations across the nation in the Donate Life Flags Across America program. The flags honor the hundreds of thousands of donors, donor family mem... click here to read more
Home Builders Association celebrates New Homes Month
CBJ AdminTuesday, Apr 16, 2013
COOKEVILLE - April is New Homes Month, and to celebrate, Cookeville’s Winell Lee hosted a meeting for the Home Builders Association of the Upper Cumberland (HBAUC) members to learn about the latest trends in wood flooring, architectural mouldings, sculpted columns, stair systems, mantles and other hardwood materials for new residential construction projects. Jeff Williams demonstrated techniques to construct stair systems sturdily and correctly. Winell Lee is a four-generation family business that handles everything from logging the tree to the finished product. Today’s ... click here to read more
Averitt expands paperless invoicing options for customers
CBJ AdminTuesday, Apr 9, 2013
COOKEVILLE – To help its customers improve cash flow and tighten efficiencies, Cookeville-based Averitt Express has rolled out expanded electronic billing options. Now Averitt’s customers can receive invoices via email directly to their inbox.
Averitt’s “Paperless Invoicing” tools aim to save its shippers time and money. By receiving electronic invoices by email and viewing open invoices online, shippers can bill their customers more quickly, as well as have total control over managing all of their invoices online.
“The input we get from our cus... click here to read more
ART to present musical play April 19
CBJ AdminMonday, Apr 8, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Cookeville gallery ART a la carte will present “HER STORY, A Musical Play in One Act,” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 19.
Written and performed by Valerie Connelly, HER STORY steps into the flow of life with every American woman. Connelly plays the main character Joy, a 60-something musician still trying to succeed in spite of a lifetime of setbacks.
"Any American woman’s story is every American woman’s story,” Connelly said. "HER STORY explores the common experiences, hopes, dreams, problems and perspectives that connect all American women. The story unfolds in Joy’s living room where she composes her songs. During a diffic... click here to read more
Area trucker honors associate for safety award
CBJ AdminMonday, Apr 8, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Averitt Express recently honored associate Randall Hall of Red Boiling Springs for 25 years of safe driving. Hall joins the ranks of 250 fellow associates who have recorded 20 or more years of safe driving with Averitt. He is also a member of the Over 20 Team, a group of more than 650 associates who have served 20-plus years at Averitt. Averitt’s Cookeville facility is located at 1199 Salem Road.
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Cumberland Kia now in new building on Interstate Drive
CBJ AdminWednesday, Apr 3, 2013
Cumberland Kia is now humming along in its new building on Interstate Drive after two years of planning and construction.Cumberland Auto Group, which owns the Kia dealership along with the adjacent Toyota and Dodge/Chrysler stores, plans to turn the old building, a former Lowe’s store, into a body shop and making the overall operation larger than it already is. Kia officially opened in the new space on Saturday, March 23, with a lot of fanfare that included ticket giveaways for Elton John and Taylor Swift concerts.
It has an Internet café, a larger customer waiting area and parts department, drive-through service lanes, a children’s room and a boutique for buyi... click here to read more
UC Calendar: April showers...
CBJ AdminWednesday, Apr 3, 2013
Upper Cumberland Tourism Association's April calendar of events.
Until May 3 - “Les Miserables” at the Cumberland County Playhouse
An epic tale of revolution, passion and the redemptive power of love, starring Nathaniel Hackmann straight from the national tour. With music by Claude-Michel Schonber, lyrics by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel, Les Miserables is one of the most successful and beloved musicals of all time. For more information and to order tickets, call (931) 484-5000 or visit www.ccplayhouse.com.
April 4-5... click here to read more
Brown tapped to help lead MMA efforts throughout the Upper Cumberland region
CBJ AdminWednesday, Mar 27, 2013
COOKEVILLE – MMA Creative has announced the addition of a new account executive for its Upper Cumberland operations. Karen Brown, resident of Cookeville, has joined MMA Creative’s account executive team and will serve the agency's client base in the Cookeville and across Putnam, Overton, Jackson, Smith, Wilson, DeKalb, White, Cumberland, Clay, Macon, Trousdale, Cannon, Warren, Van Buren, Bledsoe, Morgan, Pickett and Fentress counties.
Brown, an experienced professional with years of marketing and business experience, was most recently the marketing director for Highlands Medical Center, DeKalb Hospital and Stones River Hospital all in Middle Tennessee.... click here to read more
Froning helps promote, train healthy workforce
CBJ AdminWednesday, Mar 27, 2013
COOKEVILLE – CrossFit Mayhem owner Rich Froning, Jr., who also happens to be the “Fittest Man on Earth” with his back-to-back wins at the Reebok CrossFit Games, hosted several key people today at his Cedar Avenue studio, including Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty, former Tennessee Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck and members of the Cookeville Fire Department.
Froning is using his expertise and celebrity status to help promote a healthy workforce and is leading training exercises with the local fire department.
Photos courtesy of Molly Brown, Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber
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THA recognizes Capella's Medley with leadership award
CBJ AdminWednesday, Mar 27, 2013
Franklin, TN (March 22, 2013) – The Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) has presented Mark Medley with its 2013 Small or Rural Hospital Leadership Award. The presentation was made March 21 at the annual conference for small and rural hospitals held at the Embassy Suites Cool Springs in Franklin. Medley is President of Hospital Operations for Capella Healthcare.
According to Craig Becker, President of THA, who presented the award: “(Mark) has been an outstanding representative and vocal advocate on behalf of Tennessee’s small and rural hospitals. He has been a great supporter of THA’s advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels and cha... click here to read more
Leadership White County meets Gov. Bill Haslam
CBJ AdminWednesday, Mar 27, 2013
While visiting the State Capitol for State Government Day, members of the Leadership White County class were treated to a visit and photo opportunity with Gov. Haslam. The class also met with lobbyists, Rep. Charles Curtiss, State Senator Charlotte Burks and attended several house and senate committee meetings. L-R: Ruby Baker, Jimmy Munsey, Cathy Napple, Jody Sliger, Gov. Bill Haslam, Cathy Howe, Rebecca Young and RoseAnn Dodson
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CRMC seminar to focus on atrial fibrillation treatment options
CBJ AdminTuesday, Mar 19, 2013
COOKEVILLE – The Heart and Vascular Center at Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is presenting a free community seminar about atrial fibrillation from 6–7 p.m. Thursday, April 4, in the CRMC Education Center. Tennessee Heart cardiologist/electrophysiologist Mark Wathen, M.D., will serve as the guest speaker.
Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart arrhythmia, affecting more than three million Americans. People with this condition are at an increased risk of other heart rhythm problems, chronic fati... click here to read more
Highlands representatives attend international ECD luncheon
CBJ AdminMonday, Feb 25, 2013
HIGHLANDS – Local Highlands Initiative representatives attended a luncheon at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce Friday, Feb. 15, as a formal introduction and networking opportunity with the state of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development's (ECD’s) international division.
During the event, Samar Ali, assistant commissioner for international affairs, and her staff hosted the ECD’s eight international representatives for investment recruitment and export development.
Samar and her team have spent the last 10 months researching, developing and implementing a five-year strategy for... click here to read more
Averitt repeats as Walmart ‘Carrier of the Year’
CBJ AdminMonday, Feb 25, 2013
Award marks third recognition in four years for transportation provider COOKEVILLE – As the transportation industry continues to face operational challenges and financial pressures, achieving outstanding service for shippers is still the top priority. Averitt Express’s dedication to customer service, operational excellence and ability to offer creative supply chain solutions garnered recognition from Walmart as the retailer’s Regional LTL Carrier of the Year in 2012.
This marks the second straight year Averitt has earned that distinction from Walmart. Averitt also secured a Ris... click here to read more
Rigney Band to kick off Sutton anniversary celebration March 2
CBJ AdminFriday, Feb 22, 2013
GRANVILLE – The Sutton Ole Time Music Hour and Sutton General Store in Granville will celebrate its fifth anniversary Saturday, April 6, with a full day of activities. But the month-long celebration of Sutton Ole Time Music Hour will actually begin March 2, and continue each Saturday night.
The Rigney Family Band is one of the bands that has performed for the past five years at the Sutton General Store and will be the opening band of the celebration. Sutton Ole Time Music Hour has grown into one of Tennessee largest weekly bluegrass events and is now heard all over the world each week by the... click here to read more
Huddleston to present bariatric surgery seminar March 13
CBJ AdminThursday, Feb 21, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Dr. Charles T. Huddleston, general and bariatric surgeon at Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC), will present a free community seminar about the bariatric surgery options now available at the hospital. The seminar will be held from 6- 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, in the CRMC Education Center Room 2.
Anyone interested in learning more about surgical options for weight loss are encouraged to attend. Seating is limited. Call the CRMC Education Center at (931) 783-2587 for a reservation.
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River Park to celebrate ‘Heart Healthy’ fair Feb. 23
CBJ AdminFriday, Feb 15, 2013
MCMINNVILLE – River Park Hospital in McMinnville will be hosting a “Heart Healthy Fair” in honor of American Heart Month from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, in the main hospital lobby.
This free community event will focus on heart health for all ages, especially senior citizens and women. Free screenings will be available, in addition to information about heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and general heart health tips. A limited number of cholesterol and glucose screenings will also be available by appointment. River Park will host the event in partnership with Saint Thomas Heart McMinnville.... click here to read more
Looking to make healthy food choices in the New Year? CRMC seminar set for Feb. 19
CBJ AdminWednesday, Feb 13, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Cookeville Regional Medical Center's (CRMC) Club 50 Plus is hosting an informative seminar, “Healthy Food Choices for the New Year," which will presented by Tracy Galyean, CRMC's chief clinical dietician, from noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.19, at the CRMC Education Center.New Years is all about making resolutions, and many times does those resolutions include losing weight or becoming healthier. Making wise food choices throughout the year is a challenge, but "Healthy Food Choices for the New Year" will help participants learn how... click here to read more
ART to present one-woman show Feb. 22
CBJ AdminFriday, Feb 8, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Cookeville gallery ART a la carte will present a one-woman performance by Travis Jarrell, titled “Like Water for Your Bath: Dances, Stories, and Poems for the End of Winter,” at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22. Tickets are $10 per person.
Jarrell's dance experience includes 14 years of classical ballet and modern dance, six years of classical north Indian Kathak, flamenco, East European and Middle Eastern folk dance, classical dance of Uzbekistan, and 35 years teaching Middle Eastern belly dance. Her solo concerts, presented in the U.S. and Europe, include Uzbek and Middle Eastern dance as well as her own original work. She has taught dance a... click here to read more
Playhouse concert features Irish Christian rockers
CBJ AdminThursday, Jan 31, 2013
CROSSVILLE – The Cumberland County Playhouse (CCP) celebrates Black History Month and looks ahead to St. Patrick’s Day as it opens its 2013 concert/special event season with internationally-acclaimed Christian rockers Rend Collective Experiment and an original musical piece of Tennessee history, “Tales of the Crossroads,” featuring Michael Ruff and CCP singers and musicians. Audiences will recognize Ruff, “Crossroads” creator/director, who conceived the show with Tennessee history buff Jim Crabtree, from many CCP shows, including last season’s “Driving Miss Daisy” and 2011&rsquo... click here to read more
‘Footloose' ignites Playhouse mainstage
CBJ AdminTuesday, Jan 29, 2013
CROSSVILLE – Feet are sure to be flyin’ as Cumberland County Playhouse (CCP) director/choreographer Leila Nelson (“The Music Man”) readies for “Footloose – The Musical” to open Friday, Feb. 1, on the mainstage. This dynamic Broadway musical was nominated for four Tony Awards including Best Score and Best Book of a Musical. The Oscar-nominated film score also won four Grammy Awards, sold more than 15 million copies worldwide and has stolen the hearts of millions across the world with its endearing story of the strength of family and the wisdom that can be gained from listening to our children. ... click here to read more
A Woman’s Heart event scheduled for Feb. 7
CBJ AdminFriday, Jan 25, 2013
COOKEVILLE – Committee members are busy planning for the annual “A Woman’s Heart” event, which serves as the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Heart Fund through The Foundation at Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC). Festivities are scheduled from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, at the Leslie Town Centre, 1 W. First St.
Every year women come together for an evening of food, fun and festivities to celebrate women’s heart health. The evening will feature a live and silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, wine and other beverages, a fashion show, presentations by... click here to read more
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