Twin Lakes Hold Grand Opening For New Byrdstown Facility
Twin Lakes celebrating the grand opening of its new Byrdstown facility. Mayor Sam Gibson called it a great day for Byrdstown and a great day for Twin Lakes. He said the people of Byrdstown have appreciated Twin Lakes’ service for years and are excited to see them moving into an improved facility. “It’ll just make […]
Dekalb Introducing Baby Court For Families At Risk
Dekalb County has introduced a new Safe Baby Court program designed to provide resources to children and families affected by abuse and neglect. General Sessions Court Judge Brandon Cox said the county received a $100,000 grant from the state based on the county’s need for the program. He said families with a child 36 months […]
Putnam Schools Closing At 1pm Tuesday
Putnam County Schools will close at 1:00pm Tuesday in anticipation of possible severe weather. Communications and Marketing Supervisor Buddy Pearson said the decision was made after a briefing from the National Weather Service indicated a moderate risk of severe storms Tuesday afternoon. “It looks like that there’s going to be some pop-up storms around three […]
Putnam Schools Early Registration Opens Tuesday
Early registration for Putnam County Schools opens Tuesday and runs through April 19 for new and returning students. Elementary Instructional Supervisor Dr. Diana Wood said families with new Putnam County students can complete their registration via the school system’s website, by phone, or register in person at a school or the central office. She said […]
Jefferson Bumps Due To Leaks; Replacement Project Begins Soon
Some $1 million worth of parts are in and work on the Jefferson Avenue water line replacement project is expected to start mid-April. Water and Sewer Department Director Barry Turner said the parts took time to secure, but materials arrived quickly compared to some other post-pandemic projects. He said contractors plan to replace lines from […]
Work Wrapping On Warren Middle Renovations
Work wrapping up this week on the renovations to Warren County Middle School, a project several years in the making. Warren County Director Of Schools Grant Swallows said the facility built in the 1950s had long been overdue for upgrades. Specifically, the system addressed the school’s entryway and added new administrative space. “The front of […]
Cookeville Asking You To Take A Look At Pipes
City of Cookeville asking for your help in surveying the type of water line in your home. The EPA-mandated survey includes homes constructed prior to July, 1988. At question, whether your pipes are lead, copper, plastic, or galvanized. Water and Sewer Department Director Barry Turner said lead is at the heart of the government’s concern. […]
PEP Foundation Hosting Its First Fundraiser April 9
The Putnam Education Partnership will gather next week for its first major fundraising event, a lunch to support its work with the Putnam County Schools. PEP Foundation Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said the event will raise money for the foundation’s work and showcase students inside the school system. “It’s going to be really exciting to […]
Lawson Launches Website To Update Residents
District Attorney Jason Lawson has launched a new website designed to educate residents about court cases and the progress being made. Lawson said cases often garner a lot of attention when the crime happens and during the first court appearances. Then, as the case winds through the system, residents can often lose sight of what […]
