Zero Speeding Citations Issued During Crain Street Patrols
Monterey Police Department reporting zero speeding citations during an intensive month-long traffic enforcement operation on Crain Street. Chief of Police John Mackie said the department dedicated significant man-hours to the residential road following complaints from a local resident regarding speeding vehicles. Mackie said the patrols occurred during the previous school year and resulted in no […]
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 […]
Life Church Equips 200 Monterey Students With Supplies
Life Church partnering with schools in Monterey to equip some 200 students at Burks Elementary and Monterey High School with essential back to school supplies during a Back to School Bash Tuesday Regional Director of Connections Amos Rogan said the church works directly with school principals and counselors to identify the specific needs of students […]
Monterey Police Chief Addresses Officer Drifting Video
Monterey Police Chief John Mackie addressing an officer’s unsafe driving after the incident resurfaced in a social media post this week. The incident occurred in December of last year, when a Monterey police officer’s actions in a grocery store parking lot were captured. Mackie said he originally addressed the situation with the officer last year […]
Monterey Health Clinic Celebrates Success In First Year
The Putnam County Health Department celebrating its first year of operation in its permanent Monterey facility. Public Health Director Lisa Bumbalough said the clinic has seen a significant increase in patients. Bumbalough said the establishment of the clinic followed years of planning and collaboration between the Department of Health and local officials to make care […]
Chamber Coffee Series Connects Voters With Local Candidates
The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce launching a “Coffee with a Candidate” series this week to provide residents with direct access to local candidates. Director of Membership Karlyn Reel said the organization prioritizes providing opportunities for citizens to stay informed about local government and politics. Reel said the chamber represents the entire county and felt […]
Brotherton’s Cherokee Oak Receives State Historical Marker
An ancient white oak tree in Brotherton receiving a state historical marker to honor local legends and its location along the historic Old Walton Road. The old tree sits next to a red barn on Buck Mountain Road, east of the Brotherton Baptist Church. Trevor Lee is the great-grandson of the tree’s namesake, Frances Hammock. […]
Supplier Costs Force East Fork Water Utility Rate Hike
East Fork Utility District customers will see a water rate increase beginning July 1, due to rising costs from the supplier in Monterey. The adjustment follows a recent rate increase implemented by the Monterey Water Department. The additional $3.75 per 1,000 gallons will apply to both the minimum bill and usage rates for all customers. […]
Monterey First Responders Host Public Water Gun Fight
Monterey first responders are hosting a community-wide water gun fight Wednesday to foster engagement between local children and police. Monterey Police Department Public Information Officer David Corley said an officer’s idea has since expanded to include participation from the Monterey Fire Department, Putnam County Fire Department, Putnam County EMS and the Putnam County Rescue Squad. […]
Confession Leads To Arrest In Perdue Burglary Case
Monterey Police made an arrest Monday following an investigation of items being stolen at the former Perdue Chicken Plant off Interstate 40. Police arrested Robert Wayne Phillips on burglary, theft, and vandalism charges. Phillips confessed to the break-in. Officers responded to the 340,000 square foot facility Monday morning. Two employees reported several items missing and […]
