Algood Votes To Begin Donation Process For White Plains
Algood City Council approved a resolution Tuesday night to start the process of donating the White Plains Historic Home to the state. Algood has considered either donating or selling the home to the state, as the city has had financial challenges to make continuous repairs to the home. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said donating the home […]
Algood Officials Review Highway 111 Traffic Improvements
Algood officials reviewed potential safety upgrades and traffic flow improvements for Highway 111 and surrounding areas during a Thursday night planning meeting. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison updated the commission on a traffic study evaluating turn lanes near the Walmart entrance. He noted that the city is waiting for a final report that will categorize […]
Algood Public Works Asking Citizens To Report Potholes
After the winter storms passed, Algood Public Works has been working to repair the roads battered by the elements. Workers do their best to fix up high-traffic areas like Main Street. But Public Works Director Walt Bradshaw said the department relies on reports from citizens to know which areas need care. “If they have a […]
New Initiative Provides Free Carbon Monoxide Protection
Algood Residents can now receive free carbon monoxide detectors through a state-funded safety program designed to prevent accidental poisoning and death. Algood Fire Chief David Judd announced that the Get Alarm Tennessee program has expanded its services to include these life-saving devices alongside smoke alarms. “This year, starting in 2026, we now offer free carbon […]
White Plains House Directors Consider The Home’s Future
The Board of Directors for the White Plains House in Algood is considering a path forward for the future of the historic home. UCDD Historic Preservation Planner Mark Dudney said the board is considering adding the home to Tennessee’s list of historic sites, which would transfer ownership to the state while allowing Algood and the […]
Algood Receives State Grant For Equipment, Training
Algood Fire Department has received notice that it will receive a state grant to help pay for firefighter equipment and training. Algood Fire Department Fire Chief David Judd said the department received a letter from the state fire marshal’s office confirming the award. Judd said the funding comes through a statewide program that supports volunteer […]
Dry Valley Road First Of Many Closures For Sewer Rehab
Algood officials closing a section of Dry Valley Road as sewer rehabilitation work continues in the area. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison said the closure is necessary because crews are replacing deteriorating sewer lines that run beneath the roadway. “The city is currently working on sewer rehabilitation, which is installing new sewer lines in areas […]
Algood Demolishes Long-Vacant Main Street House
After securing signatures from most of the property’s owners, the City of Algood has torn down and cleaned up a long-vacant house on Main Street that had fallen into severe disrepair. The update follows ongoing efforts by city officials to address the deteriorating property at 164 Main Street. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison said the […]
Algood Council Tables Ordinance Changes For Duplexes
Algood City Council tabled a decision Tuesday night to amend the city’s zoning ordinance regarding duplexes and two-family residential structures. The proposed amendment would allow such structures as a conditional use in low-density residential districts (R-1) and as a permitted use in medium-density residential districts (R-2). Council Member Luke Hill said he personally has concerns […]
Seven Pick Up Election Packets For Putnam City Elections
Seven people who plan to run for seats in cities across Putnam County picked up election packets in the first hours for the August 6 elections. Ali Bagci, Luke Eldridge, and Mason Harville have picked up packets to run for Cookeville City Council. Cookeville will have five council seats on the ballot. Algood voters will […]
