Putnam Improving Cookeville Community Center Through Roofing And Painting Project
The Cookeville Community Center getting a new look thanks to some capital projects. Putnam County Parks and Recreation Director John Ross Albertson said the classic red brick and green roof people know will soon be mostly gray after a roofing and painting project. “We were having quite a few leaks, and it had been something […]
New Recovery Organization Starting Group Sessions In Rickman
Celebrate Recovery Rickman- a new group formed by local churches to give community to those struggling. I Am Worship Pastor Mark Ogletree said the organization focuses on more than just addiction. Ogletree said the meetings will help people find community on any vice that could prohibit your life. “There’s a need,” Ogletree said. “There are […]
It’s Flu Vaccine Time, Overton Health Department Outlines Importance
The time is now to get your flu shot. Overton County Health Department Nursing Supervisor Megan Reeder said the spread of influenza will soon increase. Reeder said as the weather gets colder, more people gather causing transmissions to rise. “We strongly recommend the flu vaccine to help prevent illness and the spread of influenza,” Reeder […]
Push For Virgin Falls To Become A State Park Remains
The push for Virgin Falls to become a state park remains a priority for some state officials. Sparta White County Chamber of Commerce President Marvin Bullock said the effort may seem slow, but through his communications, the designation is still very much alive. “This is a pretty big undertaking to create a state park,” Bullock […]
Crossville Sending Letters To Candidates Reminding Those Of New Sign Ordinance
The Crossville Codes Department sending letters to all candidates after some issues with the city’s new sign ordinance. City Manager Greg Wood said the guidelines were adopted in August and do not allow campaign signs on right-of-ways. “One particular candidate has basically gone all over town putting signs in the right-of-way and even on city […]
Largest Scarecrow Festival In The State Under Way In Granville
Granville returns with its 10th annual Scarecrow Walk Festival, with plans to make this year’s even bigger and better than ever. Historic Granville President Randall Clemons said the festival running through the end of the month is set to be the biggest in the state. “We have over 500,” Clemmons said. “And it also is […]
Clay Commission Fills District 2 Vacancy
Clay County Commission has filled its vacant District 2 seat with the commissioner who left it vacant. Jeff Gentry, the incumbent, ran for Sheriff and lost. County Mayor Dale Reagan said the commission decided it wanted Gentry to fill the vacancy. “He’ll be here I’m sure at planning, and he’ll get to serve one meeting […]
Fentress County’s Annual Fire Prevention Parade Returns This Thursday
Fentress County’s fire department to host its annual Fire Prevention Week Parade on Thursday. Jamestown Fire Chief Larry Cooper said the goal of the parade is to enhance safety in the event of a fire emergency, particularly with kids in the community. “We want them to be aware of their surroundings and what it may […]
Cookeville Fire Department Responds To Tuesday Fire On North Dixie Avenue
Cookeville Fire Department responded to a second structure fire on Tuesday around 6 p.m. Lieutenant Zachary Womack said the fire was at a residence located on North Dixie Avenue north of Tennessee Tech’s campus. After arriving on the scene and seeing visible smoke and flames, Womack said they determined the fire was coming from the […]
Crossville Will Vote On Street Light Replacement This Week
Crossville City Council will consider the replacement of street lights along Highway 127 North with new LED fixtures. The total price tag of the lights and the labor estimated at some $71,000. Director of Engineering Tim Begley said the replacement includes some 140 lights from Neecham Street to Interstate 40. Volunteer Energy owns 36 of […]
