Cookeville Passes Ordinance To Overhaul Public Parking Regulations
The Cookeville City Council passed on first reading Thursday night an ordinance to overhaul the city’s public parking regulations. “All of this is to open up more parking spaces, especially in our downtown region, so that people can continue to shop and eat there,” Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton said. “We just want to make sure […]
Victim Identified In Officer-Involved Shooting
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has identified the man who died during an officer-involved shooting in Overton County Tuesday. Officials identified the man as 39-year-old Paul Landis Gorden. TBI officials said officers shot and killed Gorden when he produced a firearm during a confrontation with two Overton County Deputies at a residence on Pedalbrook Lane. […]
November-December Worst Time For Deer Related Crashes
According to statewide statistics, deer-related crashes are more likely to occur during November and December. The Tennessee Highway Patrol said the reason for the increase is the deer mating season and hunting season. Tennessee Highway Patrol Lieutenant Bill Miller said drivers should follow a few tips to help prevent deer related crashes like turning headlights […]
Fentress Co. Couple Charged With Theft In Cumberland County
A couple from Fentress County has landed behind bars on charges of aggravated burglary and theft of property. 20-year-old Brandy Lynn Peebles and 26-year-old Peter Joseph Bonfiglio are accused of stealing $11,000 worth of guns, jewelry, and coins from a Cumberland County home. The victims told police they suspected the couple because they had recently […]
Cookeville Police Seeking Man Suspected Of Targeting The Elderly
Cookeville Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a man who is suspected of targeting the elderly. CPD officials released surveillance footage today showing a man who allegedly entered and exited several rooms at a local assisted living facility. Officials said staff at the facility confronted the man before he fled in […]
First Meeting Held For Committee Studying Wind Turbines
A joint study committee has held its first meeting in Nashville to address wind turbines in Tennessee. Committee member Senator Paul Bailey said he and his colleagues are tasked with bringing back a proposal in regards to rules and regulation on wind turbines “I don’t think any of us are just absolutely opposed to wind […]
Putnam BOE Allowing More Competition For Mowing Bids
The process of bidding out mowing contracts for Putnam County schools is changing. The Putnam County School Board has voted to change the way it bids out mowing contracts for county schools. Under the change bid specifications for future lawn care services will allow multiple providers to competitively bid for regional clusters of school properties. […]
Police Respond To Medical Emergency At Algood Middle, Students And Staff Safe
Algood Police and EMS crews responded to Algood Middle School this morning for a medical emergency, according to Police Chief Bryant Swallows. Swallows said a juvenile at the school experienced a medical emergency that required transport to a local hospital. Swallows said students and staff at the school were safe and the public has no […]
