County Water Could Reach Green Mountain Residents
Putnam County’s Green Mountain residents could soon turn on their taps to county water for the first time. County Commissioners have been working with Algood officials to provide water to the region. Commissioner Cathy Reel said she looks forward to Monday night’s commissioners meeting to move the project forward. “They needed 12 active residents to […]
Algood Water And Sewer Rates Increase
The City of Algood’s water and sewer rates increased to begin the new fiscal year. A nine percent increase went into effect July 1. City Administrator Keith Morrison said since Cookeville sells water to Algood, when Cookeville’s rates increase so must Algood’s. “As time goes on they have to increase our rates to cover making […]
Red Oak Roasters Close To Opening In Algood
Rickman’s Red Oak Roasters is close to opening a second shop in Algood. Owner Julie McCurdy said her business has been apart of the Upper Cumberland for four years. They hope to open in Algood by July. “We’re trying to partner with the city to create a sense of community, and a place where people […]
Algood’s Welcome Sign Project On Hold
Algood’s 20-year-old wooden welcome signs will have to remain for now. City officials received one $82,000 bid for a new welcome sign, which city council declined. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said she’s disappointed in the project’s progress. “We are so proud of our city and want to project a welcoming and positive image, and of course […]
Fireworks Only This Year In Algood
Live music, concession stands, and children activities will not be part of Algood’s Fourth of July celebration. The only event planned this year is the annual fireworks show. City Administrator Keith Morrison said this was a tough decision for he and the event committee. “It was very difficult, especially since we’ve made a lot of […]
Algood Receives Funds for White Plains Restoration
The City of Algood secured a $22,500 dollar grant to continue restoration work on the White Plains mansion. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said she is thrilled the city received the funds to continue the project. “We would like to get it to a place where, eventually, we can have people staff it and explain the history […]
