Gov Lee’s Budget Proposals Could Keep TTU’s Tuition Steady
Tennessee Tech President Phil Oldham called the Governor’s proposals for Tennessee Higher Education, “Historic.” In his state of the state address Monday night, Governor Bill Lee proposed $1.1 billion for capital improvements. The Governor also proposed a four percent salary pool increase for higher education employees. The plan also includes $90 million to fund a […]
Lee Proposes Funding To Relocate Flood-Susceptible Schools Like Gainesboro Elementary
Gainesboro Elementary was one of 14 schools identified in Governor Bill Lee’s State of the State Address that is severely susceptible to flood damage. Lee proposed some $200 million dollars in funding contributions for communities that wish to relocate public schools from flood plains. Jackson County Director of Schools Kristy Brown said that they have […]
County And State Levels Had No Official Record Of Monterey Voting Wards
A lack of documentation at both state and county levels led to asking Monterey to adopt its official voting district lines Monday night. Those lines had appeared on paper maps long used by the Election’s Office. The lines disappeared when the county moved to digital maps. Administrator Michele Honeycutt discovered the issue when reviewing maps […]
Registrations Open For Cupid’s Chase 5K Benefiting Community Options Inc.
Sign-ups are live for the annual Cupid’s Chase 5K, set to be on February 12th at Tennessee Tech. Community Options Inc. hosts the 5K every year at over 30 locations across the country. Cookeville Branch’s Executive Director Kristine Shirley said that the event is to raise funds for those with mental and developmental disabilities. “Say […]
Putnam Building Permits Sees Record-Breaking January
Putnam County broke another building permit record in January, the highest on record for a traditionally slow month. The month saw 28 permits that totaled $8.5 million, with 20 of those being new single-family residential homes. County Mayor Randy Porter said that last year set a January record, with 21 permits for $6.2 million. In […]
Monterey Approves Official Ward Lines With No Changes
Monterey has officially drawn its voting ward lines after the Putnam County Election Office indicated it did not have record of the boundaries. Mayor JJ Reels said the matter was brought to his attention by Election Administrator Michele Honeycutt. “Just like Michele said the other night, this started with Brandon Smith because they don’t have […]
Cookeville Will Explore Non-Resident Property Owners Voting In City
Cookeville City Council will look into a potential charter change to allow Cookeville property owners who live outside the city limits to vote in city elections. Mayor Ricky Shelton said it was an idea that had been discussed before, but no follow-through had occurred. Business Owner Amber Flynn-Jared said that she brought the idea back […]
Putnam Redistricting Recommends Change Allowing More School Districts
The Putnam County Redistricting Committee approved a recommendation Monday that would open the door for more school board members in the future. The proposed changes impacts the county’s Private Acts of 1993. The rules came to light during this year’s redistricting work. The act was setup with a specific number of school board members. Attorney […]
Clay Elects Eads New Assessor Of Property
Clay County Commissioners elected Angie Eads as the county’s new Assessor of Property Monday night. In the special-called meeting, Eads was the only one of three candidates nominated for voting. Commissioners elected Eads unanimously and she was sworn in. Eads will serve out the remainder of former Property Assessor Billy Smith’s term this year. Smith […]
Alternative Heating Sources Present Major Fire Hazards For Homes
A Sunday fire that totaled a Bloomington Springs home serves as a reminder that alternative heating sources are never a good solution to heat your home. Putnam Fire Chief Tom Brown said he’s seen people heat their homes using stoves, ovens with the door open, and even grills indoors as other heating methods. “You know […]
