Putnam Co. Seeking CDBG Grant For New Fire Truck
The Putnam County Fiscal Review Committee recommended approval last night for the county to apply for a Community Development Block Grant this year. County Executive Randy Porter said if awarded the grant, he hopes to use the funding to replace one of the county’s fire trucks. “Last year we applied to replace the fire truck […]
New Police Chief To Be Selected In Algood Tonight
A new police chief will be selected in Algood tonight. Mayor Kirk Dyer said the city council will be choosing between Dale Armour and Jon Frazier. “Both have extensive police work in their history and both gentlemen were the two finalist that were given to us through the MTAS search that was completed last month,” […]
One Injured After House Explodes In Crossville Monday
A Crossville home exploded and caught fire Monday night. Officials said the incident happened shortly after 8:35 p.m. when some sort of gas explosion occurred at the home on Roma Drive. At least one person suffered injuries and received treatment at a hospital for serious burns. Fire Department officials said the State Fire Marshals will […]
Large Water Main Break Closes Road In Cookeville
A large water main break in Cookeville has forced the closure of East Spring Street between the Board of Education building and Johnson’s Nursey Officials said the 14 inch water main opened up around 2:20 a.m. and caused two large holes to form in the roadway. “The entire road will be closed for most of […]
Court Costs May Go Up In Smithville
Court costs in the Smithville Municipal Court may be increasing soon. Monday night, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to increase court costs $15 to $100 per citation. City officials said the increase will help the police department upgrade to a new court management computer software system. The second reading of the ordinance increasing […]
