Putnam Election Office In Need Of More Space
Putnam County officials exploring funding options to expand the County Elections Office. Mayor Randy Porter said the existing office was built in 2008. He said that with more people registered to vote in the county than ever, the facility is running short on space. The Putnam County Health Department recently opened its new addition and […]
Jackson Schools Considering Three Electric Buses
Grant money could bring three electric school buses to the roads of Jackson County. Jackson County Director of Schools Jason Hardy said he attended a meeting in May where T-DOT outlined program details should the district decide to move forward. Hardy said he sees a lot of upside to the idea. He said the district […]
Next Step Coming On Jackson/Willow Improvements
Cookeville City Council will vote Thursday night to take the next steps in traffic improvements to the West Jackson Street/Willow Avenue intersection. Council expected to approve the process for acquiring land rights for additional dedicated turn lanes. City Manager James Mills said the city has been trying to get this project done for several years. […]
Putnam County Schools Upgrading And Repairing Doors
The Putnam County School System set to change exterior doors and add escape hardware to allow students and faculty to freely exit while doors are locked. Deputy Director Tim Martin said the $222,000 project will upgrade some 125 doors. He said Avery Trace Middle School, Cornerstone Elementary School, and Upperman High School will get the […]
Commissioners Approve New Overton Health Department
Overton County Commissioners voted Monday night to construct a new health department complex on a 12-acre plot, off Highway 111. County Executive Steven Barlow said the county will pay some $432,000 for its match of a state grant. He said the grant will cover some $7 million. Barlow said the land behind Tractor Supply provides […]
Jackson’s Polk Sallet Festival Showcasing Upgrades
Jackson County’s 46th annual Polk Sallet Festival underway, showcasing the newly ungraded Fairgrounds Community Building. Jackson County Mayor Randy Heady said the building is upgraded and almost complete, but still has some work to be done. He said the kitchen is fully renovated. He said downtown Gainesboro businesses have put together a “Shop Hop” event […]
McMinnville Want Input For Rocket Park Upgrades
McMinnville is looking for community input in preparation for a grant application to upgrade Rocket Park. Facilities Manager Michael Benusches said several of the park’s features need major renovations. He said he hopes to pave the gravel parking lot, renovate the sport court, and upgrade the park’s boat ramp. He said before finalizing plans, he […]
White County Middle Receives TVA Grant For Maker Space
White County Middle School will add a “maker space” with a 3-D printer thanks to a $10,000 TVA School Uplift Grant. The school one of 12 recipients among Upper Cumberland schools announced by TVA. Teacher Sara Halliburton said science and STEM students will be able to access the maker space to bring to life anything […]
Algood Set To Begin Bid Large Sewer Rehab Project
TDEC has given Algood the nod to bid out a large-scale sewer rehabilitation project. Algood City Administrator Keith Morrison said the city has been using cameras to inspect failing systems for several years in preparation for the project. The inspections have revealed cracks and busted sections of lines that have been in place since the […]
Van Buren Schools Table Daycare Renovations
Discussions by the Van Buren County School Board about renovating a masonic lodge for use as a daycare, tabled indefinitely Wednesday night. Director of Schools Jared Copeland said the county received a grant from the Upper Cumberland Development District some three years ago to renovate the building. He said he believes that the money remaining […]
