Putnam School Board Approves Budget Draft, Gap At $8.475 Million
The Putnam County School Board approved the third draft of its proposed budget Thursday. Superintendent Jerry Boyd said the gap between projected revenue and expenditures stands at $8.475 million. “The only change to draft 3 budget was the change in revenue. The penny rate has not been certified yet, but working with the budget committee, […]
Warren County Residents Sentenced For 2016 Pursuit
Two Warren County residents will spend at least 9 years behind bars for the death of a Tullahoma man just over three years ago. A judge sentenced Kayla Brooke Hickey two 10-years in prison this week. Charleston Dakota Ortega will serve a nine year sentence. Hickey and Ortega were involved in a high speed pursuit […]
Indicted Cumberland Co. Commissioner and Teacher Found Dead
A Cumberland County commissioner and teacher indicted for sexual battery was found dead Thursday. Authorities found the body of 55-year-old Michael Speich in a field on his property with a gunshot wound to the head. District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway said a family member confirmed the identity of the body Thursday evening. “It’s a tragic […]
Cookeville’s Davidson Moving To Middle Tennessee Natural Gas
Cookeville City Manager Mike Davidson will soon step into a new role with Middle Tennessee Natural Gas. Davidson will become the organization’s new assistant chief executive officer after two decades with the City of Cookeville. Davidson said he appreciates his time spent as city manager. “It’s been 22 years I’ve been with the city and […]
Putnam School Officials Closer To Selecting Design Firm
Four architectural firms will interview next month for the rights to design a new school in Cookeville. The Putnam County Board of Education selected the firms during a Thursday evening meeting. Board member Lynn McHenry said he’ll be looking for experienced professionalism when making a final decision. “Basic things that are going to shine through […]
