John Rose Concedes Tennessee Governor Primary Race
John Rose conceded the Tennessee gubernatorial primary race Thursday night, pledging his support to the Republican nominee following a campaign that spanned over 500 days. Rose said he contacted Marsha Blackburn to offer his congratulations and commit his backing for the general election in November. Rose said that while the results did not favor his […]
Warren County Officials Mobilize After VA Clinic Announcement
Warren County officials are contacting federal representatives and organizing a town hall meeting, trying to prevent the closure of the McMinnville VA Clinic. Warren County Executive Terry Bell called the decision a total surprise. Bell said he learned about the impending closure after employees received the news and it spread throughout the community. The county […]
Blackburn: Conversations With CMS Key To Making Fentress ER A Reality
Senator Marsha Blackburn says Fentress County’s new standalone ER facility came as part of her rural healthcare initiative. Blackburn said it deals with staffing, reimbursement rates, and facilities as they pertain to rural communities. She said this facility in particular was the result of direct conversations with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. “Explaining […]
CRMC Interim CEO Encouraged By Sen. Blackburn Visit
Cookeville Regional Interim CEO Buffy Key said she feels encouraged by Senator Marsha Blackburn’s recent visit. Key said she was proud that the Putnam County area had so much representation at the meeting, including several from the hospital. Key said Blackburn has done a great deal to try and bolster rural health opportunities. “I think […]
Sen. Marsha Blackburn Visits Putnam County Officials To Discuss Local Needs
Senator Marsha Blackburn visited Putnam County Monday to hear about local issues and how she can help at the state level. Putnam officials brought up issues such as the Caney Fork Railroad bridge and the challenges Cookeville Regional Medical Center faces. Blackburn said one of her biggest takeaways was the issue of fentanyl is growing […]
