Baxter Native Herron Promoted To Police Chief Monday
The Baxter Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Lieutenant Brandon Herren as the new Chief of Police during a special called meeting Monday night. Family health issues led to the sudden resignation of Chief Al Reyes two weeks ago. “I mean, I’m born and raised in Baxter, so it’s really special for me to be […]
Isha Institute Faces Grim Outlook Following Nepal Catastrophe
Volunteers working with Warren County-based Isha Institute are feared missing following the catastrophic flash flood in Nepal. Organization Volunteers said Isha waited to provide an update to ensure all information came from authentic and trusted sources. Isha Volunteers said the immigration office complex has been completely washed away and there are currently no encouraging indications […]
From A Book To A Podcast, Brock Shares Faith And Hope
Warren County’s Gracie Brock launched the “God Is Groovy” podcast to provide a platform for individuals to share vulnerable testimonies and inspire others through their faith. Brock said the podcast serves as a follow-up to her published children’s book, “Jesus Loves Adoption,” which she wrote and illustrated after being crowned Warren County’s Fairest of the […]
Cookeville To Begin Next Set Of Manhole Rehabilitation
With Jefferson Avenue’s manholes set to be evened back up with the pavement any day, Cookeville City Council will decide to award another bid for a manhole replacement project. Water Quality Control Director Barry Turner said the department has not bid out a specific manhole rehabilitation project in approximately four years. “We had three contractors […]
Cumberland Donation Funds Veteran Cemetery Chapel
Cumberland County pledged $30,000 to Upper Cumberland Cemetery Association to fund the construction of an enclosed committal chapel at the new regional veterans cemetery. Upper Cumberland Cemetery Association Co-Chair and Cumberland County Representative Shawn Brunelle said the local contribution provides necessary funding for structures that federal grants do not cover. Brunelle said the federal government […]
Beauty Of State Parks Can Be Dangerous Work For Rescue
Putnam County Rescue Squad assisted State Park Rangers this weekend to extract an individual who fell at the base of the top falls at Burgess Falls State Park. Public Information Officer and SORT team member Mike Herrick said the rescue squad responded to a call for assistance after an individual fell on the far side […]
State Meeting This Week For Clay As USDA Wait Continues
Clay County Sheriff Brandon Boone said he is scheduled to meet with the Tennessee Corrections board this week to discuss the county’s progress on a new jail. And Boone said he continues to wait on the federal government. Clay County currently awaiting approval for a $15 million USDA loan to fund the construction. Boone said […]
