Livingston Approves New H-1 Historic Zoning Standards
Livingston Board of Aldermen approving new historic zoning standards Monday night to align with state law and maintain eligibility for future preservation grants. Main Street Historic District’s Morgan White said the update ensures the city follows Tennessee Code regarding the authority of the Historic Zoning Commission. White said the change allows the commission to review […]
Monterey Launches $540,000 Project To Rebuild Homes
Monterey launching a $540,000 housing rehabilitation project to rebuild and remodel homes for local residents using grant funding that requires no financial match from the town. Mayor Alex Garcia said the project includes $500,000 specifically designated for home construction and repairs while the remaining $40,000 covers administrative and processing fees. Garcia said the funding is […]
Overton County Accepting Opioid Settlement Grant Applications
Overton County now accepting applications for grant funding to support local organizations dedicated to fighting addiction. Overton County Opioid Chairperson Donna Savage said the application window remains open through noon on Tuesday. Savage said the funding originates from lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies that profited from the widespread distribution of opioid prescriptions. “We just want the […]
Fentress County Secures Food Insecurities Grant Funding
Fentress County is moving forward with a food insecurities grant to purchase essential equipment for local food banks and senior meal delivery services. Grant Coordinator Amanda Maynard said the funding is being utilized to improve food distribution throughout the county. Maynard said the project includes a variety of items to support local nutritional programs. “We’ve […]
Putnam Library Expansion On Schedule To October Completion
Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said the expansion of the Putnam County Library’s Cookeville branch currently on schedule to meet its October completion deadline. Porter said the construction crew has successfully completed the foundation and block work for the new addition after digging down to the basement level. Porter said the project is now moving […]
Jackson Health Department Expansion Match Approved
The Jackson County Commission approved a $116,400 budget amendment Monday to cover the local matching requirement for a Health Department expansion grant. Mayor Jim Morgan presented the request to transfer money from the county general fund balance. The move ensures that all project-related expenses are handled through a single financial source. “When we got the […]
Monterey Seeking Grant Funding To Expand Meadow Creek Park Trail
Monterey requesting to apply for grant funding to extend the Meadow Creek Park trail. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the $7,500 would be used for an additional mile if awarded. “Not too long ago the town officially opened up about two miles of hybrid mountain bike hiking trail at Meadow Creek Park,” Cleary said. “So, […]
Fentress Using State Partner to Focus on Safe Driving
The Fentress County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to increase roadway safety. Some $10,000 in grant funding is coming to the Fentress County Sheriff’s office to provide more traffic vests, flashlights and overtime pay. Manager for Highway Safety Programs Detective Sergeant Jason Duncan said funding will focus on speeding and […]
Putnam Parks And Rec First Master Plan In Works
The Putnam County Parks and Recreation Department is in the preliminary stages of developing its first master plan. Director John Ross Albertson said the department has contacted all its stakeholders for discussion on future facility needs. “We are wanting to do is to focus really on all of the different facilities we have,” Albertson said. […]
Volunteers Needed for Gainesboro City Park Demolition
Jackson County and Gainesboro are looking for volunteers to help clear out floors and paneling Saturday in the City Park. Jackson County Parks and Recreation Chairman Jordan Hunter said the demolition work will be inside an old building owned by Gainesboro. Hunter said the community help is needed so the area is cleaned out when […]
