Algood Police Holding Retail Theft Seminar Wednesday
The Algood Police Department is holding a retail theft seminar Wednesday to train law enforcement, private security, and retail owners on identifying organized theft before it happens. Algood Police Chief Dale Armour said organized retail theft has become more common nationwide. He said the perpetrators may travel from city to city stealing hundreds of dollars […]
Putnam County Schools Upgrading And Repairing Doors
The Putnam County School System set to change exterior doors and add escape hardware to allow students and faculty to freely exit while doors are locked. Deputy Director Tim Martin said the $222,000 project will upgrade some 125 doors. He said Avery Trace Middle School, Cornerstone Elementary School, and Upperman High School will get the […]
Cookeville Fire Returns Citizens Fire Academy
The Cookeville Fire Department is bringing back the Citizen Fire Academy to teach the public about the daily responsibilities of a firefighter, and how to respond to different emergencies. Fire Chief Benton Young said the department discontinued the course some eight years ago due to a lack of time and interest. He said the eight-week […]
Jackson Gets Grant To Help Students With Disabilities
The Jackson County School District received a $30,000 grant designed to help students with disabilities enter the pre-K program. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the grant will provide instructional supplies. Hardy said the grant will also allow teachers in the district to receive professional development training so they are better equipped to work with […]
Celina Considering Adding To Its Board Of Aldermen
The City of Celina is looking to add seats to its three-member Board of Aldermen after several seats recently went empty. Celina Mayor Luke Collins said Board Member Brittney Kerr was recently added to the board, filling an open seat. He said since then, the board has entertained the idea of adding more in the […]
