Livingston Students Will Bring New Life to Overton County History
Overton County Historical Society President Pam Looper said Livingston Academy history students have recently attended their meetings. She said AP History teacher Nate Kennard had helped make the connection. “We need that continuity within the society that there will always be new and upcoming and fresh eyes and fresh histories presented and someone to carry […]
Former Key West Inn On Willow Under New Ownership
Cookeville’s former Key West Inn undergoing changes after getting new ownership. The hotel off Willow Avenue will now be called the Legacy Inn Cookeville. Manager Ankit Patel said the rebranding came about after the hotel changed ownership. “We’re already in the process,” Patel said. “We already did the changes in the rooms, but there are […]
Cookeville Water Department On How To Properly Dispose Of Pool Cleaners
It’s pool season, and the Cookeville Water Department wants to ensure you safely dispose of your water when cleaning your pool. City Storm Water Manager Mary Beth Elrod said it is important to allow pool water to dissipate and filter for at least 24 hours before discharging, to allow the chlorine to volatilize. She said […]
McMinnville Police Department Accepting Applications for Teen Police Academy
McMinnville Police Department will offer its first Teen Police Academy in July. Detective Sergeant Eddie Colwell said the program developed from a combination of job shadowing and interaction with Motlow State students. He said a lot of teens are curious about police procedure. “We are hoping to be more involved with the kids to show […]
Cumberland Using Approved State Funds For Utility District Needs
Cumberland County using some $5.6 million approved by the state to create Asset Management Plans for its utility districts. Mayor Allen Foster said with six utility districts in the county, there is a huge need to keep track. “As a county, we worked with the city of Crossville, they’ve been good partners, and we were […]
Putnam Sheriff’s Department To Invest In Monitoring Devices For Work Crew Participants
A new state law will require the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department to spend additional money for inmates that participate with the county’s work crews. Sheriff Eddie Farris said starting January 1st, any prisoners that leave the jail for work-related programs will have to have ankle monitors or be accompanied by an armed deputy. Farris said […]
Leisure Services Waiting To Finish Cane Creek Paving Until Expansion Gets Underway
Cane Creek Park paving not including in Cookeville Leisure Services budget for the coming year. Director Rick Woods said the department has made great strides so far in paving parts of the park. He said there is still a portion left on the upper trail on the south side of the lake and other areas […]
Vehicle Burglaries On The Rise in Dekalb County
Vehicle burglaries are on the rise in Dekalb County. Sherrif Patrick Ray says the department believes it is one group of individuals responsible for the string of thefts. He said neighboring Wilson County has had the same issue, and has identified the same vehicle of who they believe is the perpetrator. “We do have a […]
