April Begins, Property Tax Deadline Expires, Added Penalties
The end of March means property tax deadlines pass across Upper Cumberland communities, residents who missed payments are now facing added penalties. Algood City Recorder Anna Walker said the March 30 deadline marked the cutoff for paying 2024 property taxes locally before accounts were turned over for collection. Delinquent property taxes will receive a 0.5 […]
Monterey Jesus Walk Reflects Trials, Power Of Cross
Monterey First Baptist Church will host a Jesus Walk on Good Friday to commemorate the crucifixion and celebrate the resurrection season by carrying a cross through town. Monterey First Baptist Church Pastor Bill Barenkamp said the event begins at the church parking lot and concludes at Whitaker Park. The route covers approximately the same distance […]
Dry, Windy Weather Raising Concerns About Fire Risks
As dry conditions continue across the Upper Cumberland, a local fire chief said he is concerned about the potential increased risk of fires throughout the region. Multiple wildfires have broken out in the Smoky Mountain region and have spread rapidly due to dry conditions. Livingston Fire Chief Rocky Dial said the Upper Cumberland is not […]
HERO Grant Funds New DeKalb Healthcare Pathways
DeKalb County High School students can learn Thursday about new pathways into the medical field through a dual enrollment certified nursing assistant program. TCAT McMinnville Dual Enrollment Coordinator Michele Chamberlain said the Healthcare Education Rural Opportunities grant will cover the costs of textbooks, supplies, equipment, and testing fees for participating students. The initiative partners the […]
New Marker Honors Unknown Soldiers From Snow Hill
A new memorial stone will be dedicated Saturday, 163 years to the week after one of the most intense Civil War battles fought in the Upper Cumberland. The 1863 Battle of Snow Hill, fought near Smithville, will be remembered by the Savage Goodner Camp of Sons of Confederate Veterans. Past Commander Mike Corley said the […]
Overton Tourism Partnership Begins Search For Director
Overton County’s newly approved local tourism partnership shifting into its next phase, as leaders begin the search for a director to guide the partnership. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Zach Stephens said the formation of the partnership marks a major step forward after months of planning and revisions. Stephens said he is currently accepting […]
Putnam Awarded $882K Grant To Expand Power In Emergencies
Putnam County received a major federal grant of more than $822,000 to install emergency generators at key county facilities. County Mayor Randy Porter said FEMA will allow the county to purchase backup generators for ten different facilities, including community centers, libraries, and government buildings. Porter said the county originally applied for the funding several years […]
Cookeville Regional Ends Putnam Athletic Trainer Partnership
Cookeville Regional will no longer provide athletic trainers to Putnam County high schools after choosing not to submit a bid for a new contract. Director of Marketing and Communications Hannah Davis said the hospital recently completed a five-year agreement to supply trainers to the district. The school system is currently requesting proposals from other organizations […]
Outside Prosecutor To Review Nabors Election Issue
An outside prosecutor will review the investigation into Putnam County Mayoral Candidate Wayne Nabors after the district attorney recused his office. District Attorney General Bryant Dunaway said he learned of preliminary investigations conducted by the comptroller’s office regarding allegations related to Nabors while in the middle of a trial last week. Dunaway decided to step […]
Alvarez Brings Global Game to Tennessee Tech Tennis
For Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles men’s tennis player Alex Alvarez, the journey to Cookeville started long before college, and far beyond the United States. A native of Spain, Alvarez grew up immersed in the sport, competing in tournaments across his home country and internationally. Alvarez said tennis for him and his family is not just […]
