Crossville And Algood Purchase 4th of July Fireworks
It may be December, but two Upper Cumberland cities have already starting making plans for 4th of July. Both Crossville and Algood have approved contracts to purchase firework shows for 4th of July holiday. The Algood city council has approved an $8,000 agreement to purchase from Cookeville-based Mark’s Pops. Mayor Kirk Dyer said it’s not […]
Smith Co. Receives Grant To Fund Improvements To Court Facilities
Smith County has received a grant that will fund improvements to courtroom facilities. The $30,000 grant from the Administrative Office of the courts will pay for new security fencing and gates to the Smith County Jail and courts facility in Carthage. A 10-percent match will be required by the county or about $3,372. Officials said […]
Pickett Co. Records Double-Digit State Sales Tax Gain
In the latest figures released, two Upper Cumberland counties reported double-digit state sales tax gains. However, overall collections across the region are down by a tenth of a percent compared to last month. Pickett County reported a 22.7-percent gain while Jackson County saw a 13.2-percent increase. Other counties reporting increases include Fentress and Overton County. […]
Pickett Co. Purchases New Ambulances
Pickett County has received two new ambulances. Both ambulances were purchased with the help of a Community Development Block Grant from the Tennessee Department of Economic Development. County Executive Richard Daniel said both ambulances came equipped with power loading systems, which are devices proven to reduce injuries to EMS personnel. Daniel said with the addition […]
Diane Black Resigning From House Budget Committee Chairmanship
Congresswoman Diane Black announced today that she is stepping down as Chairman of the House Budget Committee to focus on her campaign for governor. In February, Black became the first female chairman of the Hose Budget Committee after President Donald Trump appointed Congressman Tom Price to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Black […]
Rescue Mission Offering Shelter During Cold Weather
With frigid temperatures affecting our region, the Cookeville Rescue Mission is reminding folks that the family lodge has space available for anyone needing a warm place to stay. “If we were to be full, we have floors and plenty blankets,” Outreach Coordinator Ryan Henry said. “We will do whatever we have to do to get […]
Cookeville Man Charged With Reckless Endangerment
A Cookeville man faces reckless endangerment charges after he allegedly fired multiple gun shots inside his Terry Avenue home last week. Police said 44-year-old Brian Cooper allegedly fired the shots while his 4-year-old daughter was inside the home. He’s facing two counts of reckless endangerment.
