Operation Dry Water, Increased Patrols To Deter Boat DUI
TWRA officers increasing patrols on all major waterways this holiday weekend to deter boating under the influence. As part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign, Tennessee Wildlife sergeant Dustin Buttram said the agency prioritizes the protection of recreational activities to ensure every member of the boating public returns home safely. Buttram said the presence […]
Reed Takes Over As Putnam’s New Solid Waste Director
Brian Reed officially taking over as Putnam County’s new Solid Waste Director. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said Reed has been training with the department for several months to prepare for the transition. Porter said Reed previously served as the Solid Waste Director in DeKalb County and brings a resume reflecting lifelong service in the […]
Overton County Funds $1.7 Million Courthouse Restoration
The Overton County Board of Commissioners will begin a $1.7 million restoration plan for the historic county courthouse during the new fiscal year. Board Co-Chair Darwin Clark said the comprehensive project will address the deteriorating condition of the building. It has not seen significant remodeling since the late 1970s. Clark said the commission has established […]
Tennessee Tech Nursing Students Serve Rural Belize
Tennessee Tech nursing students recently completed a five-day global studies experience in Southern Belize to provide medical care and support to rural communities. Professor of Nursing Jennifer Mabry said the students worked alongside Belizean nurses, physicians, and community health workers to gain hands-on experience. Mabry said the group practiced in a variety of settings including […]
Clay Adopts New Conduct And Dismissal Rules For Employees
The Clay County Commission adopted new personnel policy changes to establish stricter rules regarding employee conduct and dismissal. Mayor Dale Reagan said the updates were recommended following a past experience with an employee in the Highway Department. He said the goal is to set a clearer policy for the county. “If said employee is discharged […]
Putnam Commission Approves Unpaid EMS Debt Write-Off
Putnam County Commission approved a more than $682,000 debt write-off for the county’s emergency services. Putnam County Emergency Services Director Tommy Copeland said the write-off is a standard year-end procedure required by auditors to remove uncollectible debt from the county’s financial books. “We do try to collect it,” Copeland said, “We use a third party […]
Overton Adopts New Tax Incentives For Industry, Business
A new tax increment financing policy will provide additional incentives for industrial development and business recruitment wanting to locate in Overton County. Industrial Development Authority Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said the policy change, along with the Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) program serve as a way to entice big business into the area. “The […]
Overheating, Dehydration A Concern With First Heat Of Summer
A Cookeville Regional physician said this first heatwave of summer can be dangerous, especially coming during the outdoor-focused July 4th week. Emergency Department Director Dr. Samantha McLerran said even able-bodied adults and teenagers can fall victim of heat-related illnesses in this kind of heat. McLerran said the lack of heat tolerance among the general population […]
