Oak And West Broad Three-Way Stop Deemed Success
After testing out a new three-way stop at the Oak Avenue and West Broad Street intersection, Cookeville has deemed the change a success. The intersection was changed to a three-way stop to improve safety for drivers pulling out. Cookeville Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city is very happy with the results of […]
Cookeville Native Named TN Society DAR State Regent
The Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution appointed Cookeville native Carol Teeters as the 53rd State Regent. Teeters said a state regent takes on a presidential role, taking charge of activities at the state level. Teeters said she appoints all of the state chairs and vice chairs on many committees. Teeters said she oversees […]
Regifting Event Spreads Joy To Children This Holiday
Upper Cumberland children will get the chance to purchase gifts for family members this weekend as part of an local group’s annual regifting effort. Patch Work Upper Cumberland Member Kim Walker said the organization is hosting the 11th annual event at Hampton’s Crossroad Baptist Church. Ages four to 12 can participate. Walker said the event […]
Tech Playoff Game Opportunity To Grow Athletic Program
With Tennessee Tech University hosting its second-ever football playoff game this Saturday, Athletic Director Casey Fox said he sees the game as an opportunity to grow the university’s athletic programs. Fox said the game is historic, as Tennessee Tech Football does not have a long history. Fox said the game shows the commitment the university […]
Livingston Hosts Christmas in the Country, Begins Friday
Livingston set to host its annual Christmas in the Country on the town square beginning this weekend, a three-week holiday celebration. Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Zach Stephens said the festivities have been have gone on for many years. The event originated to help merchants on the square. Stephens said the town sees […]
White County Setting Up Temporary Convenience Center
White County is setting up a temporary convenience center, after closing the center located at the landfill. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said he is looking to relocate the convenience center a couple of tenths of a mile northeast of its current location. Robinson said the county will set up a temporary site at […]
