TVA Rework Of Grant Makes Pickett Schools Solar Pavilion Possible
A solar pavilion for the Pickett County School System could still be a possibility after TVA added more funding and restructured the bid process. The school system was one of seven that received a TVA grant for construction. Director of Schools Diane Elder said the energy company plans to add all the grant winners into […]
Cookeville Will Explore Grant Funding For More Specific Crisis Response
The City of Cookeville will explore the possibility of grant funding to provide a collaborative response from emergency personnel to crisis situations. Police Chief Randy Evans explained in a city council work session Monday night that they want to address issues of mental illness and homelessness in the city. “We are attempting to train our […]
Putnam Budget Committee Recommends A Potential Property Tax Increase
The Putnam County Budget Committee recommended a 10-cent property tax increase for the coming year during its Monday meeting. Five cents would go to the county general fund, and five cents go to the schools. Budget Chair Ben Rodgers said the increase is based on the new tax rate after reassessment. “The rate is lower […]
Overton District One Commission Seat Filled, District Five Now Vacant
An Overton County Commission seat vacancy has been filled, however it left a new seat open in District Five. The District One seat, formerly held by Jean Moore will be filled by Commission Lee Richards. Richards served District Five, but has moved into District One. Richards submitted his resignation from District Five to the county, […]
