Montooth: New Ecolane Software To Improve Public Transportation
The UCHRA’s Public Transportation Division will upgrade its transportation management system next month. Director of Transportation Holly Montooth said the change to “Ecolane” will create a more efficient, streamlined experience for riders. Montooth said riders will be allowed to customize their experience to create optimized routes and schedules. “By merging these services, we’re striving to […]
Permanent Cookeville High Principal To Be Selected In Spring
A new principal for Cookeville High School will be selected this spring. Max Petett resigned last month citing health and family issues. The system named Karen Trentham as interim principal for the remainder of the school year. Putnam County Director of Schools Corby King said Trentham has expressed interest in taking the job permanently. “Where […]
Tuesday Panel Discussion Will Showcase How Center Helps Abuse Victims
The Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center will provide an overview of its services to domestic abuse victims during a Tuesday panel. The panel titled “What Happens When Your World Turns Upside Down” will focus on issues like housing, prosecution, mental health assistance, substance abuse counseling, and safety planning. Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth Regional […]
Upper Cumberland Veterans Cemetery Faces New Challenge In Getting Funded
While the state has again applied for money to fund an Upper Cumberland Veterans Cemetery, the chances of the project being funding do not look good. That according to Patrick Rice, Assistant Commissioner of Cemetery Operations for the Tennessee Department of Veteran’s Services. The National Cemetery Administration wants every veteran throughout the nation to be […]
Putnam Fire Chief Honored With Award, Historic Honor From State Group
Putnam County Fire Chief Tom Brown recognized for his career contributions to the betterment of fire services in Tennessee. Brown previously honored as winner of the State Firefighter of the Year award. Now, by winning the Lewis Baker Fire Service Award, Brown becomes the only person in Tennessee Firemen’s Association history to take both awards. […]
