TRAFFIC ALERT: I-40 West Slowed In Putnam
Construction Saturday afternoon on Interstate 40 has slowed traffic. Westbound lanes near mile marker 270 in Putnam County are slowed between the Smithville and Buffalo Valley exits. Putnam County 911 reports traffic is moving at roughly 10 mph. Travelers going westbound may want to use alternate routes Saturday afternoon.
Putnam Expected To Make FEMA Submission Next Week
Putnam County officials expect to submit the final report on the March 3rd tornado to FEMA next week. Mayor Randy Porter said the report includes expenses of overtime hours and law enforcement work around $3 million. The Clean-up will cost around $2 million. “We have weekly conference calls with FEMA, and they’ve been very good […]
White County Teacher Nominated For State Teacher Of The Year
White County Middle School Teacher Teresa Buckner is one of nine finalists for Tennessee Teacher of the Year. Buckner said being selected is an honor, but believes all teachers should be recognized for their hard work during the Covid shutdown. “It is very exciting,” Buckner said. “Not only for me, but for our county. I […]
City Of Spencer Passes Status Quo Budget
The new Spencer budget includes no new tax increase. Spencer Mayor and Board of Aldermen passed a $587,000 budget. The 2021 budget is the same as last year’s except for the addition of one police officer. Spencer Mayor Mickey Robinson said the city’s budget has been healthy for years. Robinson said the extra officer will […]
Crossville Model Railroad Club Exhibit Returns
The Crossville Model Railroad Club has reopened its “Wonderful World of Trains” exhibit at the Crossville Outlet Center. The model train sets change each season. This summer’s main train set is carnival themed. Public Relations Director Ann Grogitsky said since closing because of COVID-19, the club has worked hard to update the exhibit to prepare […]
