Cookeville Fire Truck Coming, Arrival Set For ’26
The Cookeville Fire Department expecting to receive a new ladder truck around June of 2026.
Cookeville Fire Recognized For Training
State fire officials honored the Cookeville Fire Department for its commitment to training with more than 5,600 training hours last year. That’s fourth highest in the state. Training and Safety Battalion Chief Daniel Snyder said Cookeville officers frequently pursue additional training opportunities. “They’re trying to get certified to drive and pump,” Snyder said. “We have […]
First Costs: Cookeville Fire Stations High
Soil samples returned positive, Cookeville officials prepared to purchase land along North Washington Avenue for the construction of a new Fire Station 2. City Manager James Mills said the bigger concern now, the first cost estimates to build both stations two and three. The city had hoped that building the two at the same time […]
Cookeville Fire Returns Citizens Fire Academy
The Cookeville Fire Department is bringing back the Citizen Fire Academy to teach the public about the daily responsibilities of a firefighter, and how to respond to different emergencies. Fire Chief Benton Young said the department discontinued the course some eight years ago due to a lack of time and interest. He said the eight-week […]
Police & Responders Being Trained On Mental Health
Cookeville Police and First Responders are being trained to improve the outcomes of encounters with people suffering from behavioral health issues. Sergeant Mike Herrick said during the 40-hour training, community resources like Volunteer Behavioral Health and UCHRA educate officers on the help available. Herrick said many of the people the police force deals with regularly […]
Council Approves New Division Of Human Resources
Cookeville will operate with a new Division of Human Resources, after a Thursday night City Council vote. Council members approved an ordinance abolishing the Human Resources Department, to create the new division which will be led by the city’s HR manager. “The manager would report directly to the city manager,” City Manager James Mills said. […]
Cookeville Fire Receives Grant For Rescue Squad Equipment
The Cookeville Fire Department has secured a grant of some $62,000 for new turnout gear and upgraded rescue squad equipment. Fire Chief Benton Young said several years ago, Cookeville City Council bought lightweight turnout gear for each department employee, but employees have left and been replaced by people who cannot fit that gear. He said […]
Five Cookeville Police Officers Receive Life-Saving Medals
Five Cookeville Police Officers received life-saving medals for work in saving a driver who a suffered cardiac event last August. Cookeville Police Chief Randy Evans said the man crashed his vehicle while driving on North Washington Avenue. Evans said officers responded and administered CPR and deployed an AED. “Of course, our officers, just by virtue […]
Cookeville Fire Department’s Cheer Truck Hitting Road This Weekend
The Cookeville Fire Department will bring back its Cheer Truck this weekend, spreading holiday spirit through the city. Fire Chief Benton Young said the department received great feedback after debuting the truck last year. Young said a reserve fire engine will be strung up with lights and pass through all major subdivisions through December. “We […]
Cookeville Fire Chief: Fire Hazards Making Holiday Season Risky
Practicing proper fire safety becomes even more important given additional risks during the holiday season. Cookeville Fire Chief Benton Young said December and January are the busiest months for his department. Young said flammable decorations and distracted Christmas dinner cooks are the most common causes of house fires. “December 24 and 25 around the holidays […]
