Sparta local edition
Sparta is the county seat of White County and a historic Upper Cumberland town. Located along the Calfkiller River, Sparta is known for its downtown square, local manufacturing base, and proximity to Rock Island State Park.
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These items are useful Upper Cumberland context, but they do not directly belong to this town.
Cookeville's weekly farmers market returns for the spring season with local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, and handmade crafts. Opens every Saturday morning through October.
FreeThe Big Band Sound Orchestra returns to Dogwood Park for a free evening of swing and big-band favorites. The show begins at 7:30 PM at the Performance Pavilion; bring a chair or blanket. The concession stand and restrooms will be open.
FreeThe University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture and Cumberland County Master Gardeners host a free day for gardeners of every skill level. Registration opens at 8 AM, followed by seminars and exhibits from 9 AM to 3 PM, plus an ask-the-expert tent, wagon tours, garden and craft vendors, and food for purchase.
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7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru coffee chain at 1200 Interstate Drive offering a wide range of coffee beverages, energy drinks, and customizable drinks at high speed. The best option in Cookeville for convenience coffee when you need something in hand fast without getting out of your car.
Alexander's has been a Cookeville steakhouse institution on S Jefferson Ave for decades. Known for prime cuts, fresh seafood, and the kind of full-service hospitality that older Cookeville residents grew up with, it's a family-friendly restaurant with a full bar that fills up on weekend nights. It's not trendy, it's consistent, and consistency is what keeps locals coming back year after year.
Aura Salon Spa is Cookeville's Aveda concept salon, located on the upper level of 123 W Broad St near the historic Train Depot. Specializing in Aveda hair and skin care, the boutique salon offers cuts, color, keratin treatments, curly hair cuts, and Aveda skincare in an intimate, appointment-focused environment.
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The Cookeville Scoop covers Sparta and the rest of the Upper Cumberland every week.
