Overton Approves Preliminary Redistricting Map, Four Districts Change
The Overton County Redistricting Committee selected a map to send to the full county commission for approval. County Executive Ben Danner said roughly 700 people will be in new districts. Danner said the majority of map changes were people being taken from Rickman and moved into District Three, the “Mountain” District. Some residents from District […]
Putnam 4-H Agent Melissa Henry To Become Middle Tennessee Area Specialist
Putnam County 4-H Agent Melissa Henry departs from the office after serving more than 20 years. Henry will undertake a new challenge as the incoming Area 4-H Specialist for middle Tennessee, serving as a resource for some 31 counties. She said that her favorite part of her time with Putnam has been helping kids find […]
Overton Schools Linking COVID Dashboard To District Website
The Overton County School System has made its COVID Dashboard readily available on its website. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said he has fielded numerous calls from parents concerned about the district’s COVID rate. Holman said this is an effort for transparency and putting parents at ease when sending kids into the classroom. “I know […]
Overton-Livingston Holiday Event Cancellations Possible Based On Vaccine Rate
The cancellation of Overton County Holiday events is on the table unless vaccination numbers increase County Executive Ben Danner and Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said they have to weigh their options with the county only 27 percent vaccinated. Danner said if more people do not get vaccinated, the numbers show how dangerous this could be. […]
Study Reveals Location Needing A Third Weather Siren In Sparta
A weather siren coverage study in Sparta has shown a hole in range near the exit ramps at Highway 70 on Bockman Way. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said the next step is finding a location suitable to install a third siren. “If we could mount a new siren to something that already exists, we’re more […]
Comptroller Office: ARP Money Can Be Used To Purchase Hospital
The Tennessee Comptroller’s Office confirmed American Rescue Plan money could be used to purchase the Cumberland River Hospital. Celina Mayor Luke Collins questioned whether that could happen. Director of Communications John Dunn said public health expenditures fall under permitted uses. “I think the concern that we would have would be making sure you have enough […]
Cookeville Takes Next Step In Planning Aquatic Center
Seven parties have submitted proposals to provide preliminary engineering and design services for Cookeville’s proposed aquatic center. Leisure Services Director Rick Woods said the department is currently reviewing qualifications to determine the top candidates. “Once we get through this preliminary process and this preliminary engineering, looking at sites, talking with the community, determining exactly what […]
Pfizer Booster Shots Available In Putnam For Eligible Patients
The Putnam County Health Department has began offering COVID booster shots for certain populations. The Pfizer shot will be available at the Putnam County Fairgrounds, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The clinic will have extended hours every Thursday til 5:00 p.m. Appointments are not required. Patients do not need to provide […]
Crossville Credits Cooperation To Deliver What Citizens Need
Crossville Mayor James Mayberry said cooperation and good character have been key to moving Crossville in the right direction. That’s part of the reasoning behind September’s Cooperation Month. Mayberry said it was not always easy to reach an agreement within the city council and with Cumberland County. However, Mayberry said the relationships have grown strong […]
Oldham Named To NCAA Board Of Governors
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham has been named to the NCAA Board of Governors. Oldham is one of 25 members, and the second president to serve from the Ohio Valley Conference. His term will end in August 2023. The NCAA board oversees college athletics for Division I, II, and III levels. “As a president, it’s […]
