Wesley Bray Selected as New Criminal Court Judge
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has selected Cookeville attorney Wesley Bray to become the 13th Judicial District’s newest criminal court judge. The decision comes after Judge David Patterson retired from his position effective June 30. Bray said he looks forward to the opportunity and looks to hit the ground running. “I don’t think it’s any secret […]
Shelter Asking Pet Owners to Be Mindful of Rising Summer Temps
An Upper Cumberland animal shelter wants pet owners to be mindful of their animals as summer temperatures begin to rise. Stephanie Smith manages the White County Animal Shelter. She said outdoor pets can suffer the most if owners don’t give proper care. “Plastic igloo dog houses are great but if they’re not in the shade, […]
Climber Injured After Falling From Cliffs At Meadow Creek Park
A climber suffered injuries after falling from a cliff at Meadow Creek Lake Park Sunday. Eddie Haynes is a team leader for the Putnam County Rescue Squad’s Mountain Rescue Team. He said the unidentified man fell approximately 25-feet while free climbing in a remote area. “We used a Ferno rescue basket with an all-terrain wheel […]
TDOT Repairing Potholes Along Interstate 40 This Week
Pothole repairs will be taking place along Interstate 40 in Putnam County this week. TDOT Spokesperson Jennifer Flynn said drivers can expect intermittent lane closures between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. “I would encourage people to just pay attention to the message boards and signs. Watch out for our crews out there who are trying […]
18-year-old Killed In Crossville Vehicle Crash
A single-vehicle crash claimed the life of a Crossville man Sunday. The Crossville Police Department identified the deceased on Monday as 18-year-old Jake Finley. The accident happened as Finley traveled southbound on New Lantana Road in the area of Dunbar Road. According to a CPD press release, his 2000 Oldsmobile Bravada crossed both northbound lanes […]
