Foster Remembers Mentorship, Tenacity, Legacy Of Mayberry
Former City of Crossville Mayor James Mayberry being remembered as a mentor who was instrumental in foundational work on major economic developments. Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster said Mayberry served as a vital guide to him during his first term in office after the two established a partnership based on mutual respect between the city […]
Celina Proposes 30% Water Rate Hike, No City Pay Raises
Celina officials discussed a proposed budget Tuesday that includes a 30 percent water rate increase and no pay raises for city employees. Mayor Luke Collins said the state reviewed the financial plan and provided a positive assessment despite the difficult decisions. Collins said the city is facing the same economic pressures as residents from inflation. […]
New Museum Exhibit Honors Ordinary, Historic Voices
The Cookeville History Museum launching a new exhibit to explore the lives of frontier and pioneer people in the region during the birth of the United States. Museum Education Specialist Ashley McKee said the exhibit titled “Voices of 1776” utilizes historical fiction to represent the types of individuals who would have inhabited the area before […]
Putnam Budget Committee Approves Property Tax Rate
The Putnam County Budget Committee recommended a new certified property tax rate of 1.6392 during its Tuesday meeting. Budget Committee Chairman Ben Rodgers said the rate was adjusted slightly from an initial estimate of 1.61 following hearings held by the Board of Equalization. Rodgers said the certified rate is a product of the state-mandated reappraisal […]
Monterey Board Relocates, Limits Yard Sale Vendors
Monterey Aldermen moving yard sales back to the Farmers Market area to accommodate upcoming business expansion for Cumberland Container. Yard sales are currently held in the parking lot on South Holly. Alderman Larry Bennett said the city is working with the company. “The issue I guess is coming up that the factory’s going to need […]
White County Residents Challenge Solid Waste Costs
“We went from losing millions of dollars to making over a million. That’s a big turnaround.” That is White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson, addressing concerns from residents about the Solid Waste Budget. Several residents said they expected expenses to decrease following the sale of the landfill to Waste Management. Resident Beth Rizone said she […]
Six New Publishing Courses Debut At Tennessee Tech
Tennessee Tech expanding its desktop publishing program with the debut of six new courses designed to provide students with a stable and progressive curriculum in digital design. School of Professional Studies Lecturer Amy Hill said the university developed the new courses to ensure the curriculum remains consistent as the program grows. Hill said the program […]
Survey Data Reveals Declining Youth Marijuana Use In Putnam
Recent youth survey data shows marijuana use in Putnam County significantly less common than many people perceive, reflecting a national trend of decreased youth substance use. Power of Putnam Director of Youth Engagement Morgan Tate said the organization is highlighting these findings during National Marijuana Facts Week. Tate said it is important to combat misconceptions […]
Local Minister Delivers Prayer In House Of Representatives
Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ Minister Andy Brewster back from Washington D.C. where he served as guest chaplain for the U.S. House of Representatives. Brewster said he met House Speaker Mike Johnson and spend time with Congressman John Rose. Brewster said the tradition of opening congressional sessions with prayer dates back to the nation’s founding. […]
Veterans Autograph Living Mural In Downtown Byrdstown
A local painter completed a new veterans mural in downtown Byrdstown that serves as a living piece of art where local service members are invited to autograph the wall. Artist Ronald Sweeney said the project was designed to be a positive tribute to the country and its military history ahead of the 250th anniversary of […]
