Holmes Resigns As Baxter Police Chief
“Tonight I feel like that I’m no longer needed as your chief of police.” Baxter Police Chief Danny Holmes resigned Thursday night, citing interference from the City Council. The resignation will be effective next Wednesday. Holmes called it a sad night, saying he had not planned on resigning. “My hope and my prayer is that […]
Registration Open For Tech Freshman SOAR Program
Incoming Tennessee Tech students can register for the school’s SOAR program to get familiar with the campus over the summer. Director of New Students and Family Programs Courtney Brehm said students can choose from ten different two-day sessions. She said students will hear from the finance team, dining services, student life, and the Dean of […]
Children And Youth Legislative Breakfast Friday
The Upper Cumberland Council on Children and Youth will hold its annual Legislative Breakfast Friday to inform the public and connect community partners. Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth Regional Coordinator Kristi Paling said legislators will be present to share how the session is playing out. She said the title of this year’s event is […]
White County Buying Land To Preserve Historic Landmark
White County will consider purchasing land surrounding the Rock House and holding it for the state to help preserve the historic landmark. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said a parcel of some 100 acres was purchased by an investor looking to sell it quickly. He said after having the parcel surveyed, the owner learned that […]
Algood’s Upper Cumberland Quilt Festival Begins Friday
Over 120 quilts will be on display at multiple Algood locations this weekend during the 34th annual Upper Cumberland Quilt Festival. Festival Coordinator John Allen said this is the largest, longest-running quilt festival in the state. He said the festival began as a fundraiser for the Algood Senior Center and continues to be the primary […]
Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Reaches Re-Accreditation
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office has achieved re-accreditation, one of just six counties in the state to be accredited by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Association. Sheriff Eddie Farris said the department must meet standards for professionalism, organization, policy, and procedures. “It’s very difficult for a Sheriff’s Office to get accredited because of the jail itself,” […]
Pair Of Putnam County Firefighters Promoted
A pair of long-time Putnam County firefighters have been promoted after 40 years of combined service. Captain Charles Doss has been promoted to Deputy Chief after some 20 years as a member of the Putnam County Fire Department. Captain Coty Nash was promoted to Assistant Chief. Both members were among the first full-time hires in […]
