Overton Library Getting New Computers And Booth For Private Appointments
Some $25,000 worth of technology and furniture coming to the Overton County Public Library thanks to a grant. Library Director Judith Cutright said five new computers and desks will be installed Thursday. “These will be replacing some of the old computers,” Cutright said. “Hopefully by then the new monitors will be received as well, so […]
Upgraded UC Police Presence Expected For St. Patrick’s Day
Several Upper Cumberland agencies will increase patrols for St. Patrick’s Day. McMinnville Police Department Master Patrol Officer Andy Aguilar said an upgraded police presence will be out Thursday to ensure driver safety. “We encourage safe St. Patrick’s Day celebrations,” Aguilar said. “Our biggest recommendation is to have a game plan before you go out and […]
Putnam Schools Aware Of Fading Brick Situation At Monterey HS
Several Monterey residents have expressed concern about changing brick colors on Monterey High School. Deputy School Director Tim Martin said the brick that was used for the high school was stained for its color, but over time has grown dull. Patches of the brick are fading. Martin said the appearance of the school is on […]
Poplar Grove Voting Precinct Falls Through, Election Commission Continues Search
The Putnam County Election Commission will have to find a new place to host the Popular Grove voting precinct. Election Administrator Michelle Honeycutt said Poplar Grove Baptist Church declined use of its building. “Right now, they’ve not got a place to move it and what the census is they’ve got a couple of other places […]
Jackson 911 Looking For More Dispatchers
Jackson County’s 911 is looking to hire new dispatchers. Jackson 911 PIO Derek Woolbright said that their county is currently has a critical need for more personnel. He said that dispatchers make the calls for all emergency departments in the county and they’re being spread thin. “I would say they need the ability to multi-task, […]
Sen. Yager Pushing For Statewide Railroad Feasibility Bill To Increase Travel Opportunities
Senator Ken Yager working on legislation to explore passenger railroad service across the state. Yager said Senate Bill 2343 would require the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) perform a study and make recommendations and the feasibility of a railway. “It would provide a way to ship goods and maybe get some of the […]
Cookeville Employer Hoping To Expand To New Highlands Business Park Location
An existing Cookeville employer could potentially expand to a new location in the Highlands Business Park. Economic and Community Development Coordinator Melinda Keifer said that the expansion will bring 45 new jobs and a $16 million capital investment. “We’re super excited to see that,” Keifer said. “You know as companies grow they can locate anywhere […]
McMinnville Parks And Rec Seeking Public Input For Master Plan
McMinnville’s Parks and Rec Department is seeking public input to develop its five-year master plan. Director Michael Benusches said that the open house Thursday night at the Milner Center will have representatives from a Nashville consulting firm speak with residents about the strengths and weaknesses of their facilities. “What our community wants to see out […]
McMinnville Milner Rec Center Offering Puppet Time Mommy And Me Class
McMinnville Parks and Rec bringing a Puppet Time for Tots Mommy and Me class to its programming. Recreation Program Director Michael Benusches said this is the first time in many years they’ll have a class of this nature for parents and kids aged two to four. “They’ll get to watch a puppet time show and […]
Van Buren Commission Pushes Sheriff’s Office Request To Committee
The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office requested a new fingerprint machine Tuesday, but the county commission sent the purchase back to committee since it was not a budgeted. Deputy Jarrod Campbell said he received two bids and recommended the lowest price at about $20,000. “Our finger print machine is reaching the end of its life,” […]
