Vanity Plate Pre-Orders Help Fund Local Animal Rescues
The Cookeville-Putnam County Shelter is encouraging residents to participate in a specialty license plate pre-order initiative to generate new funding for local animal rescues and shelters. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the project was launched by Adopt-A-Golden in Knoxville to create a statewide specialty plate that supports animal adoption. Tracy said the organizers are currently […]
Turkey Creek Cattle Company Equips Moss Fire Department
The Moss Volunteer Fire Department receiving a new mini pumper truck thanks to a donation from the Turkey Creek Cattle Company. Volunteer fireman Jonathon Leonard said the department is an all-volunteer organization that often faces financial hurdles when trying to afford expensive gear. Leonard said the donation process began when the owner of the cattle […]
New Social Studies Textbook Adoption Process Begins
Putnam County Schools preparing to adopt new social studies textbooks this year to align with updated state standards and a recurring six-year instructional cycle. Secondary Curriculum Supervisor Bubba Winningham said the district will form a committee to evaluate materials from a list of state-approved vendors. Winningham said the selection process ensures the new materials match […]
Cookeville Police Join Community At National Night Out
Cookeville Police Department hosting National Night Out Tuesday to build relationships between first responders and the community through a series of free family activities at Dogwood Park. Administrative Sergeant Charlotte Austin said the event serves as a central location for residents to meet personnel from the police department, fire department, EMS, and Tennessee Highway Patrol. […]
Grants Help To Accelerate Jackson High School Farm
Jackson County High School accelerating the development of a new on-campus farm after securing multiple grants to move forward the school’s agricultural plan. Assistant Principal Jay Halfacre said the school began identifying specific infrastructure needs last year to create a hands-on agricultural site for students. Halfacre said the project includes a fruit orchard, a livestock […]
CPD And Power Of Putnam Combat Addiction Stigma
Putnam County leaders uniting to address the local impact of the drug crisis by hosting a joint community event focused on reducing the stigma surrounding addiction. Power of Putnam Coalition Director Bill Gibson said the collaboration between law enforcement, healthcare providers, schools, and churches in Putnam County is essential to the success of prevention efforts. […]
Healthy Habits Earn Crossville Resident TOPS King Title
A Crossville resident earned the title of the Take Off Pounds Sensibly Tennessee King after implementing a dedicated regimen of regular exercise and dietary changes. Brian Jewhurst said he began his journey by using an exercise bike for one hour every morning to accommodate physical limitations. Jewhurst said he broke both of his hips in […]
Zero Speeding Citations Issued During Crain Street Patrols
Monterey Police Department reporting zero speeding citations during an intensive month-long traffic enforcement operation on Crain Street. Chief of Police John Mackie said the department dedicated significant man-hours to the residential road following complaints from a local resident regarding speeding vehicles. Mackie said the patrols occurred during the previous school year and resulted in no […]
Overton Schools Prioritize Math Growth After Gains In Literacy
Overton County Schools shifting its academic focus toward middle school math performance following results from the most recent TCAP testing cycle. Secondary Curriculum Supervisor Cristy Miller said the district experienced a six percent increase in third-grade English Language Arts proficiency compared to the previous year. Miller said the school system also saw district-wide improvements in […]
