Cookeville Planning Approves Amendment Changing Sidewalk Regulations
The Cookeville Planning Commission approved a subdivision regulation amendment that could require sidewalks for new residential developments along existing streets. Planning Director Jon Ward said those new developments with access to public sewer and within 1,000 feet of an existing sidewalk qualify. “This is a big change in and of itself,” Ward said. “We’ve never […]
Overton Sheriff Emphasizes Safe Driving With Increase Deer Activity
An increase in deer activity for this time of year means motorists beware. Overton County Sheriff John Garrett said that hunting season and rutting season are driving deer from their normal routines. He said that motorists should take time to slow down and drive carefully. “The worst thing that they can do is panic,” Garrett […]
TTU Dean Expects Ripple Effects Of Memphis Ford Megasite
Tennessee Tech’s dean of engineering calls the Memphis Ford Megasite a great opportunity for the state. Dean Joseph Slater said Tennessee stands as a hub of automotive with four big manufacturers now located here. “It is the place to be,” Slater said. “It’s going to cause other manufacturers to also look at Tennessee, because this […]
Putnam Extends Life Of Landfill Through Property Purchase
Putnam County Solid Waste Director Doug Ashburn said the recently acquired land to expand the county’s landfill was a good deal. The county commission approved the purchase of 23.5 acres for some $155,000. Ashburn said the property expands the life of the landfill by 15-20 years. “That gives you the chance to use some of […]
Local Lowe’s Employees Volunteer Time To Complete Hope Park
Cookeville Lowe’s employees volunteered at Putnam County’s new Hope Park Tuesday working to bring the memorial one step closer to completion. Hope Park was selected as one of the company’s “100 Hometown,” projects to receive funding. Cookeville Lowe’s Assistant Manager Chelsea White said as a part of the program, local Lowe’s employees assist to show […]
Cane Creek Youth Fields To Get New Fencing
Two youth fields at the Cane Creek Sportsplex are set to get new fencing. Cookeville Leisure Services Director Rick Woods said the upgrades will hopefully increase the capability for more tournaments in the area. “Getting new fencing and elevating the fencing, raising the fencing in the outfield,” Woods said. “We can move the home plate […]
Crossville Planned Water Outage Wednesday Morning
Crossville’s Water Utility Department will turn off services beginning at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, October 27th. Affected areas will be Northside Drive beginning at 127 down to the second entrance of Riverview Drive. It will also include South Drive. The department anticipates the outage to last four hours or less, and will turn services back […]
Aphena Pharma Solutions Showcases New Cookeville Headquarters
The new home and corporate headquarters of Aphena Pharma Solutions was celebrated in Cookeville Tuesday. Local leaders and company executives gathered for the ribbon cutting in the multipurpose room of the facility. CEO Shawn Rilley said the business will support the Cookeville of the future. “We look forward to continuing to work with everyone in […]
Two Transported To Hospitals After Monday S. Jefferson Avenue Tractor Trailer Accident
Two transported to hospitals after a tractor-trailer accident on South Jefferson Avenue Monday. According to a THP report, 72-year-old William Tony Key and a six-year-old female were traveling east in a 2003 Buick Century when they were hit by 40-year-old Steven Wayne Morgan of Murfreesboro in a 2021 FRHT Tractor-Trailer. Morgan was stopped at a […]
First Fentress Chili Cook Off During Trick Or Treat On The Square
Fentress County residents still have time to enter into the Chamber of Commerce’s first chili cook-off on Saturday. Tourism and Membership Director Seth Vaughn said the event will happen alongside the county’s Hope Foundation Trick or Treat on the Jamestown Square. Vaughn said all you have to do is bring your already made chili and […]
