Leadership Putnam Program Accepting Applications
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce is now taking applications for its Leadership Putnam Program for the 2025 year. The program is an eight-day class designed to bring leaders across the county to learn about different areas in Putnam County. President & CEO of the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce Amy New said former participants […]
Proposed Willow Roundabout Brings Questions
A T-DOT proposal to construct a roundabout at the intersection of University Drive and North Willow Avenue, drawing mixed reviews from local leaders. The proposal discussed at Thursday’s Joint Economic Development Board meeting. Cookeville City Manager James Mills said it may be the biggest roundabout he has ever seen. “It’s going to have, of course, […]
Planning Commission Approves 2 New Projects
The White County Planning Commission approved two new subdivisions, one on Frank Anderson Road and one on Old Smithville Highway and Will Thompson Road. UCDD Deputy Director Tommy Lee said the Frank Anderson Road subdivision will turn 17.5 acres into 23 lots ranging from half an acre to 1.5 acres per lot. The Old Smithville […]
Overton Chamber Receives Technology Grant
The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce has received a grant to upgrade its technology and computer system. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said the TVA technology grant will provide the chamber with new computers and a projector with a motorized screen for the conference room. Cantrell said the change is a welcome one. […]
Cookeville Animal Shelter Offers Free Dogs
The Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter is offering free adoptions for dogs for the next two days. The animals come fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped for no cost until Saturday at 5. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the shelter is over capacity with some 40 dogs up for adoption during the event. Tracy said adopting during this […]
TWRA To Hold Free Fishing Day Saturday
TWRA set for its annual Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day Saturday across the Upper Cumberland. You can fish without a license on all public waters statewide Saturday. Free Fishing Day kicks off a week of free fishing for anyone under 15. TWRA Wildlife Information Specialist Mimi Barnes says the goal is to get people to […]
UCHRA Holds Homelessness Roundtable
The UCHRA Policy Committee held a roundtable Wednesday to discuss the challenges of managing the homeless population in the Upper Cumberland. Cookeville Police Sargeant Zach Gilpin told the committee that a homeless encampment behind the Cook Out on Scenic Drive has been home to as many as 150 homeless people. He said when organizations and […]
Crossville Council Set To Approve Fire Station Bidding
Crossville City Council set to approve the bidding process for its new fire station on Interstate Drive next week. The council got its first look at the floor plans for an additional fire department facility. The facility is listed as a sum of 10,700 square feet. With concerns of what the cost of the project […]
