Gainesboro Aldermen Approve Holiday Bonus For City Workers
Gainesboro city employees will receive a $1,000 bonus. Alderman Ricky Head proposed the bonus and its amount. He said employees wanted the bonus to be decided on before December arrives. “Well it’s right around the corner, obviously. They didn’t get – y’all didn’t as much last year as you normally do,” Head said. “But I […]
Fentress Food Bank Hosting Fundraiser Saturday For Freezer Purchase
Enjoy dinner Saturday and help the Fentress County Food Bank in its efforts to purchase a new walk-in freezer. The Pub In Jamestown will host its second annual fundraiser from 3pm to 7:30pm, featuring a pulled pork or chicken leg dinner complete with fixings for $15. Food Bank Volunteer and Event Coordinator Richard Brown said […]
McMinnville Library Putting Spotlight On Local Authors Saturday
The Magness Library in McMinnville celebrates the men and women who create books with a Local Authors Day Saturday. Assistant Director Merissa Chapman said the event is a great way for authors to showcase their works to local readers. Chapman said people at the event can get to know the authors, buy their books, and […]
Monterey Building Kayak Dock At Meadow Creek Park With New State Grant
Monterey will use a $100,000 Tourism Enhancement grant to build a kayak launching dock at Meadow Creek Park. Monterey Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the kayak dock was part of a master plan developed by the city for Meadow Creek Park. He said the grant to complete the docks comes at an ideal time. “We’re […]
Cumberland Veterans Parade Coming Saturday Morning
The annual Cumberland County Veterans Parade celebrates the county’s large veteran population Saturday. Veterans Parade Chairperson Terry Mitchell said the county has one of the largest densities of veteran residents in the state. Mitchell said it is important to have an event where civilians can show appreciation for the sacrifices that veterans have made. “I […]
Justice For Alex Rally Monday At Putnam Courthouse To Spread Message
A “Justice for Alex” Rally will be held at the Putnam County Courthouse Monday night, marking the one-month anniversary of the death of Demarcus Alex Hughes. Alex’s Friends, a group formed in the aftermath of Hughes’ death, is organizing the rally. Alex’s Aunt Michelle Gooch said Alex’s Friends wants to ensure that Alex is not […]
Jamestown To Honor Local Heroes With Field Of Flags Event
The Jamestown City Park Soccer Field will be lined with 100 flags starting Saturday. The flags represent a different local hero whether it be a military member, a first responder or a teacher. Rotary Club member Crystal Tompkins said this is the first time a Field of Flags has been showcased in Jamestown. “When you […]
New Park View Facility Brick Issues Resolved, Work Continues
The brick needed for the new Park View School has been located, meaning the project will not be delayed. The Putnam County School Board unanimously rejected the brick delivered in September due to color and quality concerns. Upland Design Group’s Kim Chamberlin said that brick work will continue with new brick that is on site. […]
Burn Permits Restricted In Putnam County Until Further Notice
No burn permits will be issued in Putnam County until further notice. The Upper Cumberland region under a burn restriction due to the ongoing dry conditions and hazardous fire weather. Assistant District Forester Joel Blackburn said the restriction for Putnam County likely be extended past the current expiration date of Monday. “We’re in a drought […]
Cookeville City Council Approves Increase In Water Tap Fees
Cookeville City Council voted to approve an increase in water connection fees at the Thursday meeting. Director of Water Quality Control Barry Turner said the costs were last increased in 2013. Turner said the increase will allow the Water and Sewer Department to recoup their costs for setting the taps. The previous fees only covered […]
