Cookeville Hosts Growth Boundary Public Hearing Thursday
Cookeville City Council is set to host its first public hearing this Thursday on the city’s proposed urban growth boundary expansion. The Cookeville Planning Commission has already approved a plan that expands to the east, south, and west by an estimated 4,225 acres or 6.6 square miles. Community Development Director Jon Ward said areas in […]
Amendment Approved For Jefferson Ave. Utility Relocations
Cookeville has approved a change to the engineering contract to relocate utilities as part of finishing up T-DOT’s Jefferson Avenue Widening Project. The amendment will add an estimated $47,750 to the city’s contract with T-DOT. City Manager James Mills said the amendment is to continue the engineering inspection services for the relocation of utilities, as […]
Oak And West Broad Three-Way Stop Deemed Success
After testing out a new three-way stop at the Oak Avenue and West Broad Street intersection, Cookeville has deemed the change a success. The intersection was changed to a three-way stop to improve safety for drivers pulling out. Cookeville Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city is very happy with the results of […]
Cookeville Native Named TN Society DAR State Regent
The Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution appointed Cookeville native Carol Teeters as the 53rd State Regent. Teeters said a state regent takes on a presidential role, taking charge of activities at the state level. Teeters said she appoints all of the state chairs and vice chairs on many committees. Teeters said she oversees […]
Regifting Event Spreads Joy To Children This Holiday
Upper Cumberland children will get the chance to purchase gifts for family members this weekend as part of an local group’s annual regifting effort. Patch Work Upper Cumberland Member Kim Walker said the organization is hosting the 11th annual event at Hampton’s Crossroad Baptist Church. Ages four to 12 can participate. Walker said the event […]
Cookeville Award Bids For Waterline And Sewer Projects
Cookeville set to begin work to replace waterlines through the north side of the city and extend sewer lines on Ridgedale Drive. Cookeville Water Quality Control Director Barry Turner said more than 4,000 feet of waterlines with two-inch and six-inch galvanized waterlines around Kenway Street, Sharon Avenue, Massa Avenue, and portions of Linnaeus Avenue. The […]
Cookeville’s Jamie Gillies Honored With AF Bridges Award
Cookeville High School girls’ basketball coach Jamie Gillies has continued to build the program since taking over in 2017. This month, she added another accolade to her resume: the A.F. Bridges Sportsmanship Award, a statewide honor recognizing coaches who exemplify character, integrity, and hospitality in high school athletics.Gillies has led Cookeville to multiple 25-plus win […]
Commission Approves Urban Growth Boundary Plan
Cookeville’s desire to expand its Urban Growth Boundary took a step forward Monday night after the city’s planning commission approved an expansion plan. The boundary sets limits and defines areas in which the city could expand. Community Development Director Jon Ward said the expansion would total an estimated 4,225 acres or 6.6 miles. It would […]
Fairfield Glade Way to Go Looking for Resident Drivers
Fairfield Glade searching for resident volunteers to drive for the Way to Go Transportation Program, a free system for resident seniors. Resident Services President John Wedgworth said volunteers provide a vital service to the residents that can no longer drive. Wedgworth said the Way to Go Transport Program was established nine years ago to assist […]
Novastus Dissapointed In Decision To Deny Expansion
Novastus Owner Kelly Warbis said he is disappointed in the Putnam County Commission’s decision on Monday to deny the company’s request to expand its facility and capacity. Putnam’s decision comes after several citizens made complaints regarding loose trash and the smell coming from the current facility. Warbis said he believes residents and a majority of […]
