Water Main Rupture In Baxter Repaired, But Some Issues Still Remain
A water main line feeding the Baxter Water service area ruptured New Years Day at Highway 56 and Interstate 40. Baxter Water and Sewer Superintendent John Ramsey said crews have managed to repair the rupture, but some residents are still experiencing some issues. “As far as what we are seeing right now, most that have […]
Cold Weather Keeping Cookeville Plumbing And Electric Busy
The cold weather means more work for local plumbing businesses. Cookeville Plumbing and Electric Owner Joe Spieker said his workers have responded to a number of homes and buildings dealing with issues caused by the extreme temperatures. “We’ve got lots of calls on frozen pipes. Unfortunately, we have normal business during the day too, so […]
Long-Time Cumberland Co. Maintenance Supervisor Passes Away
Long time Cumberland County Maintenance Supervisor Steve Lewis has passed away. County officials said Lewis died Monday from complications with pneumonia. Lewis served as the county maintenance supervisor for many years and was 62-year-old. Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
New Year Baby At CRMC
Cookeville Regional Medical Center rang in the New Year with its first birth of 2018 at 6:53 p.m. Monday. Dayon Larkins was born weighing 5 pounds 13 ounces and 18 inches long. Hospital officials said during 2017, CRMC’s birthing center saw a total of 1, 554 births, 762 boys and 792 girls. The largest baby […]
TVA Asks Consumers For Voluntary Reduction In Power Use
Due to the frigid temperatures and extremely high loads across the Tennessee Valley, TVA has initiated Step 20 of their Emergency Load Curtailment Plan. Cookeville Electric’s Karen Brown said Step 20 requests voluntary reduction in power use to all electric customers. “We’re talking about turning down lights or turning down your thermostats a few notches,” […]
