Jefferson Avenue Community Garden Plans Growth
2020 was the first year for SeedFork of the Highlands community garden on Jefferson Avenue and there are already plans for the Spring. SeedFork Chairman Rodney Laulo said the long term vision is continuing to build a partnership with Tennessee Tech Agriculture to bring transplant crops into the garden. Laulo said he wants to create […]
Van Buren Commissioner Said County Has Answered Audit Issues
Van Buren Budget Committee Vice Chairman Henry Seamons said the county is taking the necessary actions to resolve its audit findings. “We’ve taken the right steps,” Seamons said. “We’re doing the right things. The communication is there. So, we just got to stick to this budget, and I feel like we can and that we […]
Sparta’s Roosevelt Drive Paving Begins
The second phase of paving Sparta’s Roosevelt Drive started Monday, two years after originally anticipated. This portion of road connects White County High School to Highway 111. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said a combination of high traffic and low funds contributed to the delay. “The second phase has been on going,” Hennessee said. “I have […]
Cookeville Christmas Tree Lighting Goes Virtual
The tradition of lighting the Cookeville Christmas tree will continue, but residents will have to watch online this year. Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton said it was not a decision he wanted to have to make, but knew it was the right thing to do for public health and safety. Shelton said those who tune in […]
Monterey To Consider Expanding Meadow Creek Park
PurchaseThe town of Monterey is considering the purchase of a seven acre lot to expand its Meadow Creek Park. The land includes a scenic waterfall and natural bluffs for rock climbing. Mayor J.J. Reels said the land presents an opportunity to add more attractions to the park east of the lake. “We are just looking […]
