Rescue Fundraiser Returns With Vital Equipment Needs
The Cumberland County Emergency & Rescue Squad is seeking community support for vital equipment and facility needs through its annual donation letter. The Cumberland County Emergency & Rescue Squad said the annual mailing has been sent to residents to help fund the 100 percent volunteer organization. The Needs this year include building maintenance and facility […]
New TN Regulations To Bait Private Land Now In Effect
TWRA will begin enforcement of the new Deer Bait Privilege License following new state legislation. TWRA Public Relations Director Emily Buck said the new law establishes a $50 fee for residents and a $100 fee for non-residents who wish to use bait for white-tail deer. Buck said the rules include no exemptions for landowners, leaseholders, […]
Wild About Cats Earns $5,000 In National Prize Money
Wild About Cats of Cumberland County expanding its lifesaving efforts for local stray cats after winning a $5,000 national prize. President Cindy Hughes said community members and friends advocated for the rescue. Hughes said the national recognition provides a significant financial boost that allows the organization to maintain its focus on reducing the local kitten […]
White County Passes Indefinite Ban On Data Centers
An indefinite ban on data centers across White County put in place by County Commissioners to prevent potential strain on the county’s electrical and water infrastructure. White County Executive Denny Robinson said the commission decided to be proactive. “There was just too much unknown about what impact they have on the community,” Robinson said. “There’s […]
Ming Cites Family, Professional Opportunities In Illinois
McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming said his decision to step down came down to a chance to return to his home region. Ming said the timing of the opportunity in Illinois was the primary factor in his decision rather than any issues within the local administration. Ming said things are currently going very well in […]
Putnam EMS Reports Successful Field Blood Program
Putnam County EMS reporting success with its new field blood program following three successful administrations during its first month of operation. EMS Chief Tommy Copeland said the department launched the initiative following recommendations from federal agencies. Copeland said the department is one of 400 sites nationwide currently carrying blood in the field. “We felt like […]
Fowler Brings Personal Connection To New Algood Board
Algood Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler transitioning from her role as city mayor to serve on the newly formalized Cemetery Commission to ensure the preservation of her family’s resting place. Fowler said the Algood City Council recently appointed members to the commission to provide more structure and official oversight for the facility. Fowler said the city needed […]
Inaugural Pipeliners Tour Makes First Stop In Cookeville
The Pipeliners Tour, celebrating skilled labor and crews working on the Ridgeline Expansion Project, makes its first stop in Cookeville. The Tour’s founder Melanie Baxter said the tour serves as a crew appreciation event designed to recognize the hard work of welders, operators, and other pipeline workers. Baxter said she selected Cookeville as the first […]
Cookeville Establishes First Assistant City Manager Position
Cookeville establishing the city’s first assistant city manager position to help oversee day-to-day operations and represent the city when necessary. City Manager James Mills said the new role will provide support for the management of the city while ensuring a leadership transition plan is in place for the future. “Now, this doesn’t mean that that […]
Summer Weather Forces Repairs Near Tennessee Tech
Cookeville Public Works closed Jere Whitson Drive Thursday for emergency repairs after the pavement began sinking following a combination of extreme summer heat and heavy rainfall. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city is currently performing a permanent fix on a section of the roadway sinking over an underground utility line. Elrod said […]
