Gainesboro Police Secure Federal Funding For ICE Partnership
Gainesboro expanding its law enforcement capabilities and securing federal funding through a new partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Chief of Police Mickey Smith said at Thursday’s Mayor and Aldermen meeting the department joined a task force providing specialized certification for all five of the town’s officers. Smith said the agreement includes a $100,000 […]
Baxter Commission Looks To Strengthen Runoff Rules
Baxter Municipal Planning Commission discussed stronger stormwater regulations to protect existing neighborhoods from flooding Thursday. Staff Planner Tommy Lee said the commission is considering a more comprehensive stormwater ordinance that would establish clearer requirements for subdivision developers. That would include when detention systems must be installed and how drainage concerns should be addressed. “We’re growing, […]
6 Condemnations Move Willow Intersection Project Forward
Cookeville City Council voted Thursday night to pursue condemnation proceedings to secure land needed for improvements at the South Willow/West Jackson intersection. Economic Development and Grants Coordinator Matt Billings told the City Council four tracts have either closed or are nearing completion. The city approved an additional $18,589.91 for right-of-way acquisition services. “Six tracts are […]
Sparta Board Approves 3,000 Square Foot YMCA Addition
Sparta Aldermen cleared the way for a 3,000-square-foot expansion of the Sparta-White County YMCA Thursday, approving the grant-funded project. The board after delaying a decision over ownership concerns. City Attorney Caroline Sapp considered what would happen to the improvements if the city’s arrangement with the YMCA changed in the future. “So essentially the lease does […]
Flower Fundraiser Saves Thousands For Animal Shelter
A Saturday fundraiser will provide the Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter with thousands of dollars in savings by collecting essential supplies. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said the facility is currently at maximum capacity and requires a high volume of resources to maintain daily operations. Tracy said the shelter utilizes approximately 50 pounds of dog food and […]
Re-Elected Alderman Morton To Focus On Budget, Wastewater
McMinnville Alderman Keri Morton said she wants the city to prioritize stormwater infrastructure upgrades and budget management for long-term capital projects. Morton re-elected Tuesday. Morton said the city has already initiated several drainage improvements to address specific areas that frequently experience issues. “We are needing to build a police station,” Morton said. “So we have […]
Cookeville Lifts Burn Ban, But Permits Still Required
Cookeville lifted its outdoor burn ban Thursday following two inches of rain over the last week. Cookeville Fire Department Chief Benton Young said most residents complied with the restrictions during the two-week ban. The department encountered only a couple of instances of outdoor burning, both involving residents who were unaware of the order. “Well, it’s […]
Clay Finalizes Walgreens Building Purchase, Health Talks On
Clay County finalized the purchase of the former Walgreens building, clearing a major hurdle in efforts to establish a local emergency room or urgent care facility. Clay County Mayor Greg Brannon said the county completed the purchase this week using a $1 million donation from Sumner County resident Randy Smith. Officials are now pursuing rural […]
Largest Crossville Development In 30 Years Breaks Ground
Crossville broke ground Thursday on a $50 million retail development expected to bring 200 jobs, major national retailers and new sales tax revenue. Mayor RJ Crawford said the 180,000-square-foot Crossville Commons development will accommodate approximately 12 to 15 businesses, just off I-40. Crawford said the project will attract shoppers from surrounding counties. “It’s a win-win […]
Dyer Vows Continued Planning For Regional Water Future
The Cumberland Plateau Water Authority will continue developing its regional infrastructure plans despite City of Crossville voters rejecting a utility asset transfer referendum. CPWA General Manager Jeff Dyer said public confusion and misinformation surrounding the ballot language heavily influenced the election outcome. He said the need to plan for a regional water future has not […]
