McMinnville Expands Administrator Residency To County
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted Tuesday to expand the residency requirements for the city administrator position to include all of Warren County instead of just within city limits. Mayor Ryle Chastain said the change is necessary because the current housing market makes it difficult for potential candidates to find affordable homes specifically […]
DeKalb Commission Honors Service Of Retiring Sheriff
DeKalb County Commission passed a resolution to honor retiring Sheriff Patrick Ray for his 37 years of service in law enforcement. Mayor Matt Adcock said the resolution recognizes Ray’s 20 years as sheriff and his steadfast commitment to the citizens of DeKalb County. Ray awarded his gold five-point star sheriff’s badge and his service weapon […]
$40K Grant Funds Vital Good Neighbors Theater Upgrades
Good Neighbors Theatre utilizing a $40,000 state grant to complete structural repairs and safety upgrades to its facility to ensure the arts remain accessible. Board of Directors President Megan Mertsock said the funding comes from the Tennessee Arts Commission Rural Arts Facility Fund. Mertsock said the grant is specifically designed to help rural communities maintain […]
CRMC Details Parking Expansion, To Be Completed By Fall
Cookeville Regional partnering with the city to add 70 new parking spaces to the facility. Chairman Danny Rader told the Board of Trustees Tuesday that work is expected to be completed within the next month or two depending on weather conditions. “We’ve made some parking changes and moving, prioritizing patient parking on the east side […]
Cookeville FUMC Offers Free Showers To Unhoused Neighbors
Cookeville First United Methodist Church expanding its outreach to the unhoused community in Putnam County by providing mobile showers and hot meals. Director of Servant Ministries and Community Outreach Tamika Parker said the church began its mission years ago by providing blessing bags filled with portable food to neighbors in need. She said the program […]
Smith Managing Y, Board Begins Interviews For Candidates
Interim CEO David Smith will lead the Sparta White County Family YMCA through a leadership transition. Smith said his focus will be maintaining the organization’s growth and expanding its service to the community. Smith said the decision to accept the position was easy because of his history working with the organization. “The mission of our […]
Putnam Early Learning Academy Urges Families To Apply
The Putnam County Schools Early Learning Academy seeking applications from families with four-year-old children to fill vacancies in the program. Principal Allison Painter said the voluntary pre-K program serves children who turn four years of age on or before August 15. Painter said the academy is specifically looking for children who meet the eligibility requirements […]
Opry Performer And Tech Professor Calls Parton A Pioneer
Retired Tennessee Tech guitar professor Kerry “Doc” Stone said the legacy of music legend Dolly Parton represents a fundamental piece of Tennessee history that transcends her success as a global superstar. Stone said the singer and songwriter maintained an authentic connection to her Appalachian roots throughout a career that spanned decades and multiple industries. “You […]
Jackson Prevention Partners Educates On Mental Health
Jackson County Prevention Partnership hosting its “Light For Life” evening of remembrance and hope Tuesday to educate community families and address critical mental health topics. Director Nora Anderson said the gathering is strategically timed to connect several major national awareness initiatives occurring throughout the late summer and fall. “It’s important to talk about these things,” […]
