Jackson County Penny Rate Increases Again
The Jackson County Penny Rate is up for the 8th straight year. Mayor Randy Heady reported to the Jackson County Commission Monday night that the current Penny Rate is $17,351. He said it is something the county has worked really hard to improve. “We’re very proud of that,” Heady said. “I think I mentioned at […]
Teachers Preparing For Back To School
Fall 2020 will be an uncharted semester for local teachers. Not only are teachers preparing for classroom safety for themselves and students, but also lesson planning to ensure consistent education. And the final days of preparation have arrived. Putnam County fourth grade teacher Ashley Reeves said she’s working on equalizing quality between in-person classes and […]
Biz Foundry Offering Free Thermometers
Free touchless thermometers are available for local small businesses through Cookeville’s Biz Foundry. Marketing Director Haley Smith said the Biz Foundry wants to provide an opportunity for small businesses who haven’t been able to get thermometers yet. “The stores are actually out of them for the most part, and the touchless ones are quite a […]
CRMC Capacity In Good Shape, Korth Says Wear Masks
Cookeville Regional CEO Paul Korth said slow test results are a problem at CRMC and across the health care system. “Test results have slowed down because of the amount of testing that is being done,” Korth said. “It’s taking four to five, six days to get test results back.” Korth said the fix would be […]
Cumberland County Schools Will Open August 5
The Cumberland County Schools will open August 5 with an in-classroom and a virtual learning option. The School Board spent some three hours discussing all aspects of the return to school from the wearing of masks to taking temperatures to feeding children. Masks are to be worn in schools with some latitude for situational decisions […]
