Subsidiary Wins Approval For Screened Storage In Cookeville
The Cookeville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request Thursday allowing a company to utilize outdoor storage for building materials at a West Jackson Street facility. Cookeville Planning Commission Planner Christopher Phillips presented the request for the property located at West Jackson Street, noting the site is currently zoned for light manufacturing. The petitioner submitted […]
Clay Requesting Bids To Remove Coal Residue And Asbestos
The Clay County School Board voted Thursday night to request bids to remove coal residue and asbestos from two of its old buildings. School Board Chairman Benji Bailey said the administrative building’s boiler room is contaminated with coal residue and asbestos, while the old gymnasium has some asbestos. “Years ago, this facility was powered by […]
White County School Board Advances Infrastructure Audit
The White County Board of Education voted Thursday night to move forward with a request for proposals for a districtwide facilities infrastructure audit. White County School Board Chair Bob Young said district leaders are seeking professional guidance on future capital projects now that many recent needs have been addressed. “Our maintenance director is looking for […]
Free Tax Filing Assistance Relieves Stress For Local Residents
Local volunteers are helping residents navigate the stressful tax season by offering free preparation services at the public library. AARP Tax-Aide program Volunteer Dee Potocnik works with a team to assist the elderly and low-income residents with their financial filings. The group handles various forms for individuals who might otherwise struggle with the complex process. […]
9-Year-Old Boy Dies After Fall From Bee Rock In Monterey
A 9-year-old boy died Thursday afternoon after falling from Bee Rock in Monterey. At 2:26 pm, 911 received a call reporting an individual had fallen from Bee Rock. Emergency personnel responded. Monterey Police officers and Putnam County EMS personnel descended to reach the child. Crews found the 9-year-old boy and began life-saving measures. Those efforts […]
Backdoor Playhouse Modernizes With New Online Tickets
Tennessee Tech’s Backdoor Playhouse has launched a new online ticketing system to eliminate long lines and allow patrons to reserve specific seats in advance. College of Fine Arts Marketing Director Erica Duarte said the digital platform will improve accessibility for community members planning their evenings. The update changes the venue’s historical approach to admission by […]
Crossville Making Improvements To Water Tank Sites
Crossville officials have awarded a contract for upgrades at three city water tank sites, with work expected to begin soon to improve system reliability and infrastructure. Crossville Director of Water Resources Joe Kerley said the city is committing an estimated $324,000 for the improvements. Kerley said an estimated $301,000 is going towards rehabbing the pit […]
Overton Fire Departments Receive State Grants For Equipment
Several Overton County volunteer fire departments awarded grants to purchase new firefighting equipment. Overton County Fire Chiefs Association Chairman Scott Ray said that most fire departments in Overton County received between $40,000 and $50,000 each. Ray said departments are using the grants to purchase turnout gear, air packs, and other types of firefighting equipment. He […]
Best Hot Sauce Title Lives With Former UC Engineer Startup
A Cookeville-based hot sauce company defeated industry giants to claim the title of Best Hot Sauce in America following a national public voting competition. Harmacy Hot Sauce Company Owner Homero Gonzalez left an engineering career to pursue his own path in the culinary world. The entrepreneur secured the top spot in The64’s Best Hot Sauce […]
Mills: Meeting With RJ Corman About Oak Crossing Productive
Cookeville officials believe the meeting Wednesday with the owner of the local rail line went well. Cookeville wants to create a new railroad crossing at Oak Avenue to help realign traffic. City Manager James Mills said the meeting with RJ Corman was productive. “We did find out yesterday (that) we were required to submit an […]
