Vandalized Cinderella Park Reopens After Volunteer Repairs
Cinderella Park reopened Wednesday after a local volunteer donated his time and professional skills to repair a playground structure damaged by fireworks and a second act of vandalism. Cookeville Director of Leisure Services Chad McDonald originally said due to the age of the equipment, it was uncertain if repairs would be possible. “We had a […]
McMinnville Grant To Advance Redevelopment Of Properties
McMinnville will use a state-administered Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant to conduct environmental assessments on two vacant Morrison Street properties. Tourism and Marketing Director Jordan Pupols said the grant is part of a multi-phase process through the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. It identifies properties with redevelopment potential. “There’s no financial impact in this […]
VITAL Orientation Prepares Students For Virtual Learning
The Putnam County VITAL School hosting an orientation day Friday to prepare new students and ninth graders for a virtual and hybrid learning environment. Assistant Principal Becky White said the orientation serves as a critical introduction for students to meet their teachers, understand how attendance is calculated and get adjusted. White said the school has […]
New Ambulance For Dekalb County Via State Grant
DeKalb County will purchase a new ambulance thanks to a $305,461 state grant. Mayor Matt Adcock said the funding comes from a bill passed by the state legislature that authorized 89 counties to receive new emergency vehicles. Adcock said the grant requires no local matching funds. “It was a full, no match grant that we […]
Public Feedback Guides Algood Parks Master Plan Update
Algood updating its Parks Master Plan to incorporate community feedback on the future of local recreational facilities and services. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the city has operated under a master plan for several years but determined the document required an update to better reflect current needs. “We are getting the community’s input of what […]
Monterey: No Plans For Adams Lot Paving Due To Cost
Monterey officials currently with no plans for the paving of the Adams Factory parking lot. The lot is located between the railroad tracks and the factory and is owned by the city. Monterey Ward 2 Alderman Larry Bennett said the property serves as a shared space used by factory employees, heavy trucks, and citizens attending […]
Clay County Officials Attend Rural Healthcare Forum
Clay County officials attended the Tennessee Rural Health Transformation Forum in Nashville for help on how to improve healthcare in the county. Clay County EMS Director Andy Hall said the event opened his eyes to how grant opportunities could lead to a change in Clay County’s healthcare landscape. Hall said his first goal is to […]
Crossville Council Votes To Leave Mayberry Seat Vacant
The Crossville City Council will leave the seat of the late Council Member James Mayberry vacant for the remainder of his term. Mayor R.J. Crawford said the council had the option to appoint a replacement for the final four months of the term. Crawford said the decision followed a review of the city charter and […]
McMinnville Tourism Contract Expected To Triple Advertising
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a new tourism marketing contract to expand the city’s advertising reach through state partnerships and grant funding. Tourism and Marketing Director Jordan Pupols said the agreement allows the city to more than triple its advertising investment through the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development cooperative program. Pupols said […]
Consistency Key For Upperman Volleyball State Return
Upperman High School volleyball is prioritizing consistency across all aspects of the program as the team looks to build on last season’s state tournament appearance. Coach Tori Permenter said the team is focused on maintaining high standards for energy, mentality, and gameplay to ensure another deep postseason run. Permenter said the players have fully embraced […]
