Cookeville Interviews 8 For New Communications Position
Eight candidates have been interviewed for Cookeville’s new Communications and Marketing Manager position. City Manager James Mills said he was impressed with the candidates and is prepared to make an offer to one of the eight. He said the Cookeville City Council has pushed for the addition of the position for several years and he […]
Cookeville High’s Johnson Heading To Jr Olympics
Cookeville High School senior Mallory Johnson is heading to the Junior Olympics after winning the Rifle Shooting State Championship. Johnson said her personal best 592 out of 600 score at the State Championships qualifies her to travel to Colorado Springs and compete with the nation’s best. She said a state title was always the goal […]
Tech Professor Waterfowl Research Featured In Exhibit
The Discovery Park of America has unveiled a new exhibit about waterfowl migration habits featuring research from a Tennessee Tech Professor. Wildlife Ecology and Management Associate Professor Bradley Cohen said the exhibit explores the science behind waterfowl management and the importance of the floodplain of the Mississippi River. Cohen said the exhibit, titled “Duck, Duck, […]
Warren County Courts Offering Conflict Resolution Services
The Warren County General Sessions Court now offers a conflict resolution program that allows parties to have their conflict mediated rather than going to trial. General Sessions Judge Ryan J. Moore said this offers an alternative to a lengthy trial for those taking a conflict to the Civil Docket or Small Claims Court. He said […]
Fentress Schools Look To Improve After Care Education
Fentress County Schools applied for a grant with partners at Save the Children to provide educators and curriculum for students in aftercare. Allardt Elementary School and Pine Haven Elementary School are among some 100 applicants in the country. Save the Children State Advisor for School Aged Programs Shelby Eriksen said the program targets “bubble students,” […]
White County Approves 10-Year Solid Waste Plan
The White County Commission approved a new ten-year plan from the county’s Solid Waste Committee with three main goals. Commissioner T.K. Austin said the main elements of the plan include streamlining the operation of convenience centers, emphasizing recycling, and completing the sale of the county’s landfill. Austin said it is possible that the sale of […]
Putnam To Purchase Land For New Gentry Fire Station
A parcel of land identified and set to be purchased for a new Gentry Fire Station, between Baxter and the Putnam County line. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said it has been challenging to find suitable land along Highway 70 given the steep terrain in the area. Porter said the county will purchase the one-acre […]
Putnam Asking Cookeville To Annex Fairgrounds Property
Putnam County Commissioners voted Monday night to request Cookeville annex the portion of the new Putnam County Fairgrounds that falls outside city limits. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said the new fairgrounds fall directly on the Cookeville border, leaving half of the parcel outside city limits. He said the city cannot provide resources like sewer […]
Some White County Citizens Concerned About Inspector
Multiple citizens spoke out during the White County Commission’s Monday meeting, concerned about county building inspector Brett Nash. Commissioner Becky Golden broached the subject, stating that various citizens in and out of her district had shared complaints about the inspector’s actions and attitude in regard to his job. Golden said the biggest complaint was that […]
Council To Vote On Design Work For 2 Fire Stations
Cookeville City Council will vote Thursday to authorize an architectural agreement for the construction of two fire stations. City Manager James Mills said he and City Attorney Dan Rader have spent the last several weeks crafting the agreement that stipulates the contract includes a fee not to exceed $325,000. He said he expects the two […]
