UC County Ballots Set For May Election After Deadline
The qualifying deadline passed on Thursday for candidates seeking to run in this year’s county election, officially setting the field for the upcoming ballot in May. In Putnam County, Incumbent Randy Porter will face Ryan Dalton and Wayne Nabors in the race for county mayor. Incumbent Eddie Farris will face Darrin Stout in August for […]
Putnam Court Clerk Improving Services With New Website
The Putnam County Court Clerk’s Office has made steps to improve daily operations and services with the launch of a new website Putnam County Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said the website contains several new features, allowing residents to look up ticket costs. One can access information on court cases, court dockets, and jury duty. “This […]
Putnam’s Efforts Collecting Criminal Fines Showing Success
Putnam County has seen improvements in collecting criminal court fines after ramping up collection efforts two years ago. Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said two years ago the county had an estimated $100 million in old outstanding debt from criminal court. Wilkerson said that since the program started, nearly $1 million has been collected from […]
Fry And New Staff Settling In To 13th District Judge Position
The 13th District’s new judge is settling in, with new support staff trying to get new protocols and procedures in place. Governor Bill Lee appointed Judge Shaun Fry to fill the new position earlier this fall. The Legislature added another position to deal with increasing caseloads. Putnam Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said Fry has […]
New Judge Means New Expense For Putnam County Budget
Putnam County and the 13th Judicial District will get a new Circuit Court Judge September 1 to help with increased workload. Putnam County Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson told the County Budget Committee Thursday night said that means a new expense to the county. “It’ll be another court date, another judge, more dockets, and more […]
Putnam Courts Back To Normal After COVID Backlog
Putnam County Court System has fully caught up on the backlog of cases caused by the pandemic. Early discussions indicated it could take years to catch up, due to requirements from the Tennessee Supreme Court slowing the process. Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said the work of attorneys, judges, and court staff paired with new […]
Putnam Justice Center Awarded $100,000 Technology Grant
A $100,000 technology grant has been awarded to Putnam County’s Justice Center to modernize the legal process. Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said it became clear during the pandemic that technology to limit contact was needed. Wilkerson said the new equipment will provide video monitors, telestrators, and new lines of communication to benefit both parties […]
