U.S. Army Corps Seeks Feedback On Sunset Expansion
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants public feedback on a proposed 135-acre expansion of Sunset Marina at Dale Hollow Lake. Dale Hollow Lake Manager Crystal Tingle said the expansion would add 55 land acres and 80 acres of water to the marina’s property. She said the marina has proposed a plan for 100 new […]
Fentress Health Department Renovations On The Way
Remodeling and expansion projects are expected to begin soon at the Fentress County Health Department. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said former Health Department Director Andy Langford spearheaded plans for the project before retiring in January. He said additions to the south end of the facility would include a storm shelter and a walkway connecting […]
Livingston PD Crowded, Lease Out Additional Office Space
The Livingston Police Department will lease additional downtown space to alleviate overcrowding in the current building. Livingston Police Chief Ray Smith said between the city’s growth and new personnel mandates from the state, the current building has reached its capacity. He said a building next to the existing facility has been identified for the expansion. […]
Pickett Health Department To Expand Thanks To County-State Effort
The Pickett County Health Department will expand its facility, thanks to the joint effort of the county and state. Tennessee Department of Health Facilities Specialist Josh Gipson said there should be an architect chosen for the project by the end of January. Gipson said they could break ground on the project as soon as early […]
Putnam YMCA Seeking Community Input In Survey To Help Guide Expansion Plans
Putnam County YMCA seeking community input in a stakeholder survey, the first step in an eventual expansion project. CEO Mandy Perhay said the current building was built in 1993, and back then it had been big enough for the members of the county. She said as the community has grown and as the membership has […]
CRMC Starting 4W/5W Expansion Project July 5th
Construction on Cookeville Regional’s 4W/5W project set to begin Wednesday, increasing the hospital’s bed capacity. The project is set to cost some $16.4 million. Marketing and Communications Director Hannah Davis said it will add 40 additional beds as well as a six-unit dialysis center. “This is going to better meet the needs of patients in […]
Collegeside Church Of Christ Working To Increase Worship And Welcome Space Capacity
Collegeside Church of Christ making progress with its expansion project that will triple the size of its welcome space. Teaching Pastor John Nichols said the church wants its facility to serve as a place for community and healing. He said in order to grow those efforts, the project will focus on maximizing its campus. “Collegeside […]
Putnam County Needs Additional Funds For Health Department Expansion
The Putnam County Health Department expansion on hold as county officials wait on guidance from the state. A $600,000 state grant and $850,000 of the county’s federal COVID money was budgeted for the project. Mayor Randy Porter said the anticipated cost increased to some $3 million causing a pause in the process. “We’re looking to […]
Crossville Council Joins Roane State In Efforts To Expand Nursing Program
Crossville City Council donating $100,000 to Roane State as the campus raises funds to expand its nursing program. Director Holly Hanson said the money will help build two additional classrooms and a lab at the Crossville campus. “One of the most important things is that we will be able to provide local students to serve […]
Monterey School Administrators Excited At Broadband Expansion Prospect
Putnam County’s broadband expansion plan brings a huge opportunity for Monterey students. Monterey High School Assistant Principal Ben Novak said with such a reliance on the internet, it is a necessity to make sure students have a good connection. When the pandemic first began, Novak said many students had to use hot spots and even […]
