Putnam Library Staying In Touch With Teenage Interests
The Putnam County Library wants to make sure its keeping up with trends among teens. Adult Services Coordinator Matt Knieling said so far the survey results show the library is inline with sought out programs like robotics and gaming. Knieling said that with so many options in life for teens to fill their free time, […]
Livingston Municipal Airport Finds Commercial Client To Fill Hangar
The Livingston Municipal Airport has signed a lease with a commercial client to fill the old Fitzgerald Hangar. Airport Committee Chairman Jason Duke said Peter Schiff Aero Inc. signed a trial lease, with hopes for a multi-year extension. Duke said he went canvassing for a new client and the one he found checks all the […]
White Co Schools TCAP Scores Above Average For Younger Grades
White County Schools TCAP results have the district ranked number one in the region in 3rd grade ELA. That is according to Elementary Instruction Supervisor Angela Fresh. According to the state, the system had a 42 percent proficiency in ELA, 10 percent higher than the state average. “Grade three looks really good,” Fresh said. “If […]
Rodgers Named New Putnam Words On Wheels Bus Coordinator
Dr. Mark Rodgers has been named the new Putnam County Words On Wheels bus coordinator. Rodgers will take over from the retiring Barbara Greeson. Rodgers has been with the early literacy program since its inception. He said its efforts in bringing the joys of reading and learning to children are key in bettering the future […]
Fentress Road Supervisor Returning To Commission For $1.5 Million Request
The Fentress County Road Supervisor will ask the county commission again, for a $1.5 million loan Monday night. Road Supervisor Joey Reagan said he has not met with any county commissioners or county officials since the request failed in July. Reagan said there should be federal money coming the county’s way after declaring two natural […]
Progress Paused On Doll Museum Construction Citing Construction Prices
Progress on the new Patton House Doll Museum and Veterans facility is on hold while waiting for construction prices to fall. The building off Highway 70 was decimated by the March 2020 tornado. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said bids for construction came back some double and triple the amount they were expecting. He said […]
DeKalb And Putnam Motorists Should Be Prepared For Delays On HWY 56
If you travel Highway 56 between DeKalb and Putnam Counties, be ready for delays. Resurfacing work set to begin from the north of East Church Street in DeKalb County to I-40 in Putnam County. Contractors will be performing daily lane closures as construction signs are installed and the resurfacing begins.
