Local Park Combines Tech and Nature in Volunteer Program
Your smart phone can teach you something and help park officials as you enjoy the natural beauty of Rock Island State Park through the Steward Science Program. Park Interpretive Ranger Kristen Garrison said anyone that hikes the trail can use their phone to record information about the plants and animals of the park. Garrison said […]
Baxter Officials Feel Closer To Major Grocery Chain Arriving
Baxter officials believe they are a step closer to attracting a major grocery chain to the area. City Mayor Danny Homes said the city plans to reach out to several major corporations. City Building Inspector Bob Lane said grocery stores look for areas with many people that will shop at the store they will construct […]
Putnam Renews Emergency MOU With Standing Stone
The Putnam County School System has renewed a Memorandum of Understanding between Monterey High School and Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation for the emergency use of Monterey High School facilities. Monterey High School Assistant Principal Benjamin Novak said if needed, Standing Stone could relocate its residents to Monterey High School in an emergency. Novak said […]
Fairfield Glade Increases Patrols With Booze It Lose It Campaign
The Fairfield Glade Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office in the “Booze it and Lose It” campaign to reduce impaired-driving during the New Years week. Fairfield Glade Police Department Patrol Captain Fred Sherrill said the number of impaired drivers tends to go up during the holiday season, as people usually attend […]
