Assessor: Reappraisals Confuse Some About Tax Increases
It may be one of the most misunderstood processes in local government, as property reappraisals take place in some parts of the Upper Cumberland. Smith County Property Assessor Terry Collins said during a reappraisal year, property values are assessed to meet their current market value. Collins said Tennessee issues a state certified property tax rate […]
Putnam Helping Hands Holding Juneteenth Food Drive
The Helping Hands Juneteenth Food and Commodity Drive now underway. Anne Austin chairs the Putnam County Federation of Democratic Women. She said the drive collects essential supplies for people in need, including food and hygiene items. “We’re all people, and we all have dignity,” Austin said. “And we all deserve to have enough food, to […]
Putnam Schools Summer Cleaning A Huge Undertaking
Summer cleaning is underway in Putnam County Schools, with a lot of work to get done in a short amount of time. Deputy Director of Schools Tim Martin said shortened summers paired with summer programs in some buildings make getting the list completed challenging. Martin said waxing the floors is a top priority. “To be […]
Celina’s Bartlett Honored By Corp For 50 Years Of Service
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers honored Dale Hollow Park Ranger Bobby Bartlett for his retirement after 50 years of service. Bartlett honored with the Civilian Service Commendation Medal. Park Ranger Sondra Carmen said Bartlett, better known as “Mr. B” served as a seasonal park ranger while also teaching and driving a school bus for […]
Player Safety Concerns Lead To New Turf At Stone Memorial
Stone Memorial High School has begun replacing the turf on its football field to address player safety concerns. Athletic Director Nathan Brown said the current surface will be replaced with a mixture of bermuda, fescue, and ryegrass. Brown said the new surface will total some $100,000. “I think if you talk to any football coach […]
Cookeville Budget Includes $18K Funding Increase For Library
Operating costs continue to increase for the Putnam County Library, prompting a request for a funding increase from the City of Cookeville. Putnam County Library Director Kathryn Wisinger said Cookeville allocated an additional $18,000 in its budget. Council approved the first reading of the budget last week. “We try to never ever ask for more […]
New Veterans Organization Team RWB Hosting Event
A new organization founded by veterans is hosting it’s first annual Eaglepalooza on Saturday to help local veterans build community. Chapter Captain Anna Hummel, a veteran, said Team RWB was founded to help veterans regain their sense of belonging and community that may have been lost while transitioning back to civilian life. Hummel said Eaglepalooza […]
Cumberland’s Howard Using Training, Beach for Fall Volleyball
Cumberland County Girls Volleyball Head Coach Rodney Howard has a lot going on this summer.
So You Want To Grow A Garden For First Time In ’25
So you have decided you want to plant a garden for the first time this summer? White County Ag Extension Agent Scott Swoape said most vegetables can be planted until mid June. Swoape said when starting a garden, it is important to plant somewhere that gets between six and eight hours of sunlight a day […]
Warren’s Simmons Looking to Excel at Defense, Tight End
Warren County Pioneer Xavier Simmons is continuing his transition on the football field.
