Chamber: Move-In Continued Last Year For Putnam County
Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber President and CEO Amy New said Putnam County continues to see steady growth with more people continuing to move to the area last year. New said it is clear in the number of people paying property taxes, and increased enrollment at local schools that more people moved to the county last year. […]
Chamber To Discuss Homelessness And Substance Abuse
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will examine the issues of homelessness and substance abuse during a special meeting Thursday. Chamber Director of Membership Karlyn Reel said after having discussions with community members and business leaders, the chamber has learned that homelessness and substance abuse are impacting local businesses, churches, and non-profits. Reel said the […]
Transportation Luncheon To Inform On Projects And Plans
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon Tuesday to discuss how transportation impacts economic development and community growth. “The Intersection of Transportation and Growth” brings together local leaders with T-DOT Region Two Director Danny Oliver. Chamber Director of Membership Karlyn Reel said attendees will learn the current status of transportation projects and […]
Leadership Putnam Registration Now Open
Registration for Putnam County’s community-based Leadership Putnam now open for the new year. Leadership Putnam Director Angie Wells said Leadership Putnam is designed to connect, educate, and inspire individuals who want to make a difference in Putnam County. Wells said the program is intended for local leaders who want to be more involved within their […]
Putnam To Take Over Visitors Bureau Operations
Putnam County will take over operations of the Cookeville-Putnam County Visitors Bureau from the Chamber of Commerce September 1. County Mayor Randy Porter said the Commissioner of the Department of Tourist Development approached the county looking for ways to increase tourism funding. Porter said the new system would not cost the county anything because they […]
