Putnam Fair Board President Feels Excitement About Fair In New Location
Putnam County Fair Board President John Allen said the reality of a fairgrounds sale has set in. Allen said he thinks the potential finality of this year being the last at the current location will bring a big turnout to relive the memories. However, Allen said it is not a sad time for him. He […]
Putnam Commissioners Support Process For Selling Fairgrounds
A Putnam County realtor and commissioner said the option plan to sell the fairgrounds makes sense for the county and the developer. Commissioner Darren Wilson said the option will give the Nashville-based developer time to pursue a big box store retailer. “The option, basically what it does is it gives them the sole opportunity to […]
Porter In Discussions With Possible Buyers Of Fairgrounds
Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter is in discussions with possible buyers for the fairgrounds. Porter said it is hard to tell at this point, but an update of an offer could be brought up at Monday’s commission meeting. “I have some folks that I have been talking to about the sale of the fairgrounds that […]
Byrdstown Offering Pickett Co. Priority On Building Purchase
Byrdstown is offering Pickett County the first chance to purchase the old Regions Bank building on West Main Street. The town’s Board of Alderman approved the sale of the 6,585 square foot building Monday. Mayor Sam Gibson said the town is asking for about $260,000, which is the same price when Byrdstown purchased the building […]
Putnam Commissioner Said County Needs To Be Realistic With Land Values
Putnam County Commissioner Jonathan Williams said current economic uncertainties need to be considered as the county considers selling two pieces of property. The county fairgrounds valued at $10.1 million is being considered for auction next spring. The possible sale of the Highway Department’s school bus garage property adjacent to the Jefferson Walmart is appraised at […]
