Ralph’s Donuts Added To Historical Register Of Places
The National Park Service has officially added Ralph’s Donuts to the National Register of Historic Places. Ralph’s Donuts opened in 1962 and is the oldest donut shop in Cookeville. Owner John MacDonald said Ralph’s Donuts being added to the registry is an exciting honor. “It’s quite an accomplishment for a small business to stay open […]
Sparta Speech Pathologist Recognized For Care, Support
A Sparta speech pathologist honored for his work in advocating for his patients and supporting families. Life Care Center Speech Pathologist Travis Duvier said the Erin Knoepfel Education Award is open to therapy and rehab clinics. Award winners are nominated by their colleagues. “I really didn’t think I was going to get anything,” Duvier said. […]
Power Of Putnam Forming Memorial Garden To Remember
Power of Putnam asking residents to bring pictures of friends or family members who have passed away from drug overdoses to form a memorial garden Saturday. Power of Putnam Lifeline Coordinator Dylan Johnson said the garden at Dogwood Park a part of Overdose Awareness Day. Johnson said displaying pictures of the victims will aim to […]
Cookeville Applying For $190K Grant For Hazardous Materials
Cookeville applying for an estimated $190,000 grant in hopes of purchasing new training equipment for the city’s fire department. Cookeville Fire Chief Benton Young said the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant is administered by the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency. With I-40 and Highway 111 being popular routes to transport hazardous chemicals, Young said the fire […]
DeKalb Man Arrested For Soliciting A Cookeville Minor
A DeKalb County man faces felony charges of Solicitation of a Minor by Electronic Means after sending inappropriate messages to a Cookeville minor. 41-year-old Jeffery Edward Dawes arrested Thursday after being located by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. A complaint to the Cookeville Police Department alleged Dawes was sending sexually explicit photos, videos, and messages […]
Sparta Aldermen Approve $3 Million for Playground, Splash Pad
Sparta investing over $3 million in equipment for the splash pad and playground at the city park. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the splash pad and playground will be connected to one another, so kids can easily use them both at the same time. Lowery said the splash pad was a high demand item, as families […]
Cumberland County Gets $5 Million For Fairgrounds Arena
The arena at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds will receive some $5 million in upgrades thanks to money from the state. County Mayor Allen Foster said the money will go towards adding a roof to the arena and adding more restroom facilities. Foster said the roof has been discussed for years, and the project can finally […]
Bomb Threat Made Against Crossville Dollar General
An investigation underway after a bomb threat at a Crossville Dollar General Market Friday morning. Crossville Police report several notes were found at the Miller Avenue store threatening to “blow up” the building. Cumberland County High School, Martin Elementary, and Phoenix School were all put on soft lockdown this morning to ensure no students visited […]
Celina Gas Line Ruptures, Closes Schools Early Friday
A four inch natural gas main was ruptured adjacent to the Celina K-8 School Friday morning. Clay County EMA said the line ruptured just before 8 am, and odor from the gas seeped into the school building. 650 people were evacuated from the school building at 8:44 am, including students and faculty members. Several students […]
Rose Names Tech Graduate Grider Chief Of Staff Friday
Congressman John Rose promoted Smith County Native Leah Grider to Chief of Staff. Grider’s new role will consist of overseeing all operations of Congressman Rose’s Washington D.C., Cookeville, and Gallatin Offices. Grider will also serve as a senior advisor for policy and ensure effective outreach to the 19 counties that Rose represents in Congress. “Leah […]
