Attorney Confirms Contract To Reopen Cumberland River Hospital In The Works
A group of individuals is currently negotiating a contract to reopen the Cumberland River Hospital. Attorney William Birdwell, who represents the party, gave a report to the Celina Board of Aldermen Tuesday night. “We want to reassure everyone that this is a real effort that is underway,” Birdwell said. “We expect good things to come […]
Algood City Park Sitting $500K Over Budget, Seeking Ways To Mitigate
Phase I of Algood’s City Park project already running up some $500,000 over budget. City Administrator Keith Morrison said that’s due to unexpected delays and costs for sidewalk work and groundwork. “As of April 12th we had spent maybe $150,000 on the actual park contract, but we had spent almost $400,000 on undercut,” Morrison said. […]
PCSS Names Next Upperman High School Principal
Putnam County Schools named Stephen Robbins as the new Upperman High School principal for next school year Tuesday. Robbins will replace Billy Stepp who accepted a new position as Cumberland County Director of Schools. Robbins served as Cookeville High School’s assistant principal and athletic director for five years. Robbins will officially begin his role on […]
Putnam Schools Starting Next Three-Year Calendar Planning Process
Putnam County Schools beginning the process of creating its next three-year school calendar. Calendar Committee Co-Chair Hannah Davis said that a committee is formed to take into account holidays, breaks, and anything else that could affect school days. “The committee’s job is really to do the research and look over the calendar and make those […]
Jackson Chamber Launches Chamber Wide Job Application Program
Jackson County Chamber is launching a new website to serve as a one-stop shop for job seekers in the community. Director Hope Vargas said that she was inspired by the Clay County Chamber which has a similar program. She said she wanted to make it easier for people to apply for jobs. “I felt that […]
Garage Fire In Algood Results In Total Structure Loss
A detached garage fire in Algood Tuesday evening resulted in the total loss of the structure on Raines Circle off of Highway 111. Police Chief Dale Armour said that responders suspect the fire started by a lawnmower sparking. He said that when the fire department arrived the garage was completely involved. Armour said that the […]
Algood City Council Keeps Property Tax Rate
Algood City Council has set its property tax rate at 0.3963 per $100. City Administrator Keith Morrison said that rate is the same as last year’s. He said that the council did not feel the need to take in more money through a rate increase, as they were making good progress as is. Morrison said […]
Renovations To Crossville Depot Being Explored
Crossville City Administrator Greg Wood is working with a local downtown group to renovate the city’s depot. Downtown Crossville Inc. has donated $10,000 to the project to go along with $30,000 budgeted by the city. Wood said the groups wants a pressure treated deck and new barn doors. “Just make it at least a three-season […]
Overton K-9 Unit Approaching One Month Since Missing
After four-weeks of searching and pursuing leads, Overton County K-9 Unit Bella has yet to be found. The dog escaped from her handler’s property last month. Sheriff John Garrett said the department has extensively searched the area by foot, drone and with infrared cameras. “A multitude of sightings that have been reported we have followed […]
