Cookeville Church Hosting Goodwill Job Fair To Get People Hired
The need to fill jobs is high, and one Cookeville church is opening its doors to get people employed. David Hunter from The Bend Church said they have partnered with Goodwill’s Career Solutions to be host site for the job fair. Hunter said when the church started reaching out around the nearby community, the need […]
HRS Battling Water Loss And Considering Line Replacements
Water loss continues to be a problem for Highlands Residential Services with multiple new leaks over the past month. Executive Director Dow Harris recommended to the housing authority board Thursday to consider replacing lines in the most serious areas of Baxter. “These Baxter water leaks are killing us,” Harris said. “They are not coming to […]
New Legislation Brings More In-Depth Safety Measures For Student Athletes
Livingston Academy Athletic Director Bruce Lamb says new legislation passed by the Tennessee General Assembly will elevate the safety of student athletes. The new legislation known as the “Safe Stars Act,” establishes certain health and safety requirements in regards to school youth athletic activities. Lamb said it will ensure coaches and trainers are more prepared […]
State Relief For Property Tax On Hold As Numbers Come In
State reimbursement for Putnam County’s tornado-related tax short falls has been put on hold. Representative Ryan Williams said Governor Bill Lee’s office and FEMA have recommended to wait and see if excess revenue could fill the gap instead. “The costs associated with the tornadoes will be in by the end of this calendar year, which […]
Low Cost Immigration Services Coming To Monterey
The Monterey Wesleyan Church is in the process of creating an Immigrant Connection Center for surrounding communities. Senior Pastor Ted Stepp said the church-based initiative will provide low cost legal services for Hispanic families. “Right now, we’re in the process of filing all the paperwork we need with the Department of Justice, and we’ll actually […]
Putnam Co. Schools Receives Grant To Cover Optional COVID Screening In Schools
The Putnam County School System received a new $3.1 million ESSER grant for Epidemiology and Lab Capacity. The one-time grant will be used for optional COVID testing and screening for faculty, staff and students. Federal Program Supervisor Bridgett Carwile said it’s beneficial to have this tool. “It’s a resource that we might have available if […]
Livingston Square Celebrating Murals And Sign With Live Music Saturday
A new and improved Livingston will be showcased Saturday as residents get their first look at new artwork and signs. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said the Main Street celebration begins at 10:00 a.m. “We just recently received our Tennessee Main Street road sign that we will be putting up at the entrance […]
Jamestown Approves Medical Emergency Helicopter Transport Membership
Jamestown city employees will have discounted access to helicopter transport during medical emergencies. A membership with the AirMedCare Network was approved by the board of aldermen on Monday night. Chief Financial Officer Gail Dishmon said the need was evident since the closure of the Jamestown hospital. “If you’re in a bad car wreck, it’s by […]
Clay Co. Applying For Grant Funding To Upgrade Donaldson Park
Clay County will once again apply for the state’s ThreeStar grant to upgrade Donaldson Park. Chamber of Commerce President Doug Young said if awarded, the $50,000 would mainly be used to repair the existing ball courts. “The city of Celina recently acquired Donaldson Park through a lease arrangement with the U.S. Corps of Engineers,” Young […]
Millard Oakley Public Library Offering 3D Printing To Patrons
The Millard Oakley Public Library has entered the world of 3D printing. Director Cynthia Julian-Simmons said it took some time to get everyone trained on how to operate the printer, but now it is ready for public use. Julian-Simmons said this opens the door to people who are not in school or have financial means […]
