Tennessee Tech Spirit Days Unite Campus And Community
Tennessee Tech’s annual Spirit Days celebration set to welcome students back to Cookeville while presenting a community display of Golden Eagle pride. News and Public Relations Director Jonathan Frank said the university is encouraging everyone in the region to display free yard signs in support of the students. “We all come together to show our […]
Storm Damage Repairs Force Freehill Road Closure Monday
Cookeville Public Works will close a section of Freehill Road between Fenbrook Way and Choate Cemetery Road Monday and Tuesday to repair storm damage. The department will restrict the section of road to through traffic for the duration of the project. Residents living within the boundaries of the closure will maintain access to their homes. […]
Cookeville Mayor Recognized For Medical Center Leadership
The Cookeville Regional Board of Trustees recognized Mayor Laurin Wheaton for her years of service as she attended her final meeting as a board member. Board Chairman Danny Rader said Wheaton held various committee roles during her tenure. Rader said the mayor previously served as the board chairman for one year while balancing her city […]
AHA Honors Cookeville Regional For 75 Years Of Leadership
Cookeville Regional received the 75-year Legacy of Leadership Award from the American Hospital Association during a Thursday board meeting. CEO Buffy Key said the award commemorates the hospital’s long-standing partnership with the national organization and its commitment to local healthcare leadership. Key said the recognition is significant because it highlights the hospital’s active role in […]
Cookeville Strengthens South Maple After Storm Washouts
Cookeville Public Works completed emergency repairs on South Maple Avenue to reinforce road shoulders after heavy weekend rainfall caused significant washouts. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city closed the roadway to address safety concerns following five inches of rain that fell during two short, high-velocity storms. This came after the road closed […]
Former 13th Assistant DA Pleads No Contest To Theft
A former Upper Cumberland Assistant District Attorney entered a no contest plea to Class A misdemeanor theft, following an investigation into improper mileage reimbursements. Jessie Mayberry received at least $6,000 for her daily commute between January 2021 and January 2025. Mayberry also submitted questionable mileage claims totaling $3,613.72 during a period when coworkers and law […]
Putnam Young Farmers Showcase Local Beef In Cookeville
Putnam County Young Farmers and Ranchers hosting Red, White, and Beef in Cookeville Saturday to connect local consumers with beef producers. Putnam County Young Farmers and Ranchers Chair Elizabeth Wick said educating the community helps residents feel confident that their food is safe while supporting the local economy. “We have a great diversity across our […]
CRMC Endoscopy Wing Expansion On-Time and On-Budget
Cookeville Regional stands a quarter of the way through with the endoscopy wing expansion with the project on time and on budget. CEO Buffy Key said the renovation project should be completed by March of next year. Key said the hospital is working with Turner Construction to manage the expansion, with a close eye for […]
Financial Leader Anderson Joins CRMC Executive Team
Cookeville Regional Medical Center introduced Greg Anderson as its new Chief Financial Officer during a Tuesday board meeting. CEO Buffy Key said Anderson officially joined the hospital on July 6 after previously serving at Emory University in Atlanta and working in Birmingham. “We’re just thrilled to have him and just wanted to introduce him since […]
New Stations Spark Record Cookeville Firefighter Applications
The construction of two new fire stations in Cookeville has led to a record-breaking surge in firefighter applications. Battalion Chief Cliff Venters said the department is currently finishing final punch list items for Station 3 and expects Station 2 on North Washington to be completed within the next six weeks. “This last process, we got […]
