Bids Open For Interstate Drive, Jefferson Avenue Widening
Bids open Tuesday to award a summer project to widen Interstate Drive at South Jefferson Avenue according to Cookeville Public Works. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the project includes a 150-foot lane widening to create a dedicated right-hand turn lane. Elrod said the expansion will allow for two full straight-through lanes from Interstate […]
Next Step For White County Budget Comes Next Week
The White County Commission Budget Committee will meet Monday evening to review the initial rough draft of the upcoming fiscal year budget. Finance Director Chad Marcum presented a financial update to the committee Monday regarding recent revenue trends ahead of the upcoming budget discussions. The county has seen an increase in both property tax and […]
Monterey Aldermen Weighs Tax Hike For Trail Project
The Monterey Board of Aldermen will consider a property tax increase to cover the matching funds required for a long-standing trail project. Alderman Jamie Phillips said the town must find a way to pay for its portion of the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant, which is expected to cost approximately $220,000. Phillips said the current budget […]
New Crossville Disc Golf Course Honors Hinch Legacy
Crossville’s new nine-hole disc golf course at Roane State Community College honors the legacy of the Hinch family and their contributions to the community. Crossville/Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce CEO Ethan Hadley said the family helped fund the project. Hadley said the course now open after several years of planning and development. “Well, Rotary and […]
Putnam Election Polls Open 9am-7pm Tuesday, ID Needed
Putnam County polls will open at 9am for Tuesday’s primary election. Putnam County Administrator of Elections Jennifer Murphy said voters are required to present either a Tennessee-issued photo identification or a federal government-issued photo ID to vote. “You have to be registered and voting where you live because how else are you going to represent […]
White County ‘Bob The Book Bus’ To Increase Love Of Reading
The White County School District book bus program has distributed more than 5,000 books to local children over the last three years to encourage a love for reading. Supervisor of Supported Learning Farrah Griffith said the mobile initiative is officially named “Bob the Book Bus” for Books on Board. Griffith said the project utilizes a […]
Local Legislators Returning To Nashville For Special Session
Local lawmakers returning to Nashville this week for a special session to redraw all nine of the state’s congressional districts. That follows a Supreme Court ruling regarding district balance and the Voting Rights Act. State Representative Michael Hale said the timing of the session creates difficulties for candidates who have already invested significant resources into […]
Candidates Detail Mental Demands Of Seeking Office
Candidates will put in the final hours of work Election Day, but former candidates said the emotional fatigue of the final hours can be the hardest part of the campaign. Former Cookeville City Council member Jim Woodford said he views election day as more stressful than the months of campaigning because of the emotional weight […]
Putnam Courthouse Bomb Threat Investigation Underway
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office investigating a Sunday bomb threat made against the Putnam County Courthouse that demanded a ransom of $10,000. A search revealed no signs of forced entry or explosive devices at either location.The investigation discovered that the same phone number has been used to call in similar threats to multiple jurisdictions in […]
Cookeville Officials Lift Outdoor Burn Ban For Residents
Cookeville officials lifted the local outdoor burn ban following recent rainfall and the expectation of more precipitation throughout the week. Cookeville Fire Officials said burn permits will be issued as weather conditions allow. Officials said the previous ban on open burning was intended to help reduce the risk of wildfires. Officials said the rain of […]
