Monterey Board Relocates, Limits Yard Sale Vendors
Monterey Aldermen moving yard sales back to the Farmers Market area to accommodate upcoming business expansion for Cumberland Container. Yard sales are currently held in the parking lot on South Holly. Alderman Larry Bennett said the city is working with the company. “The issue I guess is coming up that the factory’s going to need […]
Monterey Names Cleary Full-Time City Administrator
The Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Rafferty Cleary to serve as the new City Administrator during its Monday meeting. Mayor Alex Garcia said the appointment provides the town with a necessary continuity of government that will extend beyond the terms of elected officials. Garcia said the position is essential because the mayor currently […]
Green Market Addresses Jackson County Food Desert
A new Jackson County Green Market hopes to address the lack of fresh produce and grocery options in what organizers describe as a local food desert. Green Market Chairman and Market Manager Mickie Davis said the county currently lacks a major grocery store and offers very limited availability for fresh fruits and vegetables. Davis said […]
McMinnville Seeks Input On Improvements For Farmers Market Alley
McMinnville officials are seeking public input as the city applies for a state grant to improve the alleyway connecting Main Street to the Farmers Market and update aging infrastructure in the area. The proposed project focuses on the Farmers Market Walkway, a key pedestrian connection between public parking, Main Street businesses, and the Farmers Market, […]
Warren County FFA Farmers Market Teaches Ag Business
Warren County FFA Students getting a first hand look at the business side of agriculture with their bi-weekly farmers market. Warren County Schools Communications Coordinator Sarah Cantrell said the school’s FFA chapter is very active. Cantrell said as a CTE program, FFA is always looking for ways to prepare future producers for their careers through […]
Monterey Yard-Sellers Moved Across Holly Street
Monterey Aldermen voted Monday night to move yard sellers in the Farmers Market facility to a grassy area on the railroad side of South Holly Street. Alderman Bill Wiggins said an event June 22 brought the issue to a head again, the conflict between yard sales and farmers. Alderman Charles Looper said the yard sellers […]
Local Grocer Opens In Gainesboro; Aims To Make Farm-Fresh Produce Available To All
A new market with a focus on fresh, locally-grown produce has opened in Gainesboro. Miss Sallie’s Market is operating in a newly-renovated 100-year old building on the Gainesboro Square. Store Owner Natasha Deane said she was inspired to start the store when she discovered that many people in Jackson County shared her frustration over the […]
Van Buren Fair Board Taking Over Farmer’s Market Booking
Event booking for the Van Buren County Farmer’s Market will now operate under the county’s fair board. Board President Lesa Bouldin said the county used to oversee the operation but gifted it to the fair board to increase revenue. “Any time we can make money, it’s going to benefit the fair,” Bouldin said. “Van Buren […]
Algood Council Removing Some Farmer’s Market Regulations To Boost Participation
The Algood City Council proposing revisions to the Farmer’s Market to broaden vendor regulations. City Administrator Keith Morrison said if passed, farmers outside of Putnam County will no longer need a certified letter of homegrown goods from their ag extension office. Items from whole sellers would also be allowed. “They’re just concerned that we had […]
Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber Entrance Closed For Paving
The Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center driveway will be closed to traffic until Monday. Executive Director Billy Robbins said the paving was complete on Thursday and needs three days to cure. Robbins said once it reopens, the paving adds a great new look to the building. “Oh it’s great, it’s going to […]
