Cookeville Council To Consider Idea For Housing Change
The Cookeville City Council discussed a proposed zoning amendment Monday that would allow the Fall Creek Inn to transition from a motel into an affordable multi-family housing development. Planning Director Jon Ward said the owners of the facility requested the change to offer more affordable rates through a multi-family designation. Ward said the property located […]
Cason Day Moves Dates, Locations To Help Local Students
Jackson County’s annual John Cason Day will move from July to September, and to a new home at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. Organizer Cherry Ramsey said the event serves to keep her brother’s memory alive by raising money for graduating seniors and local residents in need. Ramsey said the fundraiser supports students pursuing degrees in […]
Cane Creek Teen Reported Missing, Sheriff Asks For Help
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Natalia Antes, reported missing Sunday. Antes reported missing from her home on Cane Creek Road. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office said Antes was last seen during the early morning hours of Sunday. Antes is five feet, seven inches tall and weighs approximately […]
City Evaluates Topography Of Church Land For Connector
Cookeville is conducting geotechnical studies on property near the River Community Church to determine the feasibility of a new east-west connector road between South Willow Avenue and Bunker Hill Road. City Manager James Mills said the exploration of the proposed route will eventually help the city create a connection that extends to South Jefferson Avenue. […]
Putnam Officials Detail New Staffing, Infrastructure Needs
Putnam County officials presented a series of requests for new personnel and infrastructure funding during Thursday’s budget committee meeting. County Mayor Randy Porter said the county is managing a five-year capital projects plan designed to address large, non-recurring purchases through cash payments rather than debt. Porter said the strategy idenitfies needs like roof replacements and […]
McMinnville Museum Has 24 Months For Fund Raising Effort
The McMinnville Children’s Museum is planning to establish a permanent home at the former Powermatic Factory site to create a new center focused on science, technology, engineering, art and math. McMinnville Children’s Museum President and Founder Lindsay Powell said the organization is currently under a 24-month contract with the McGee family to raise the necessary […]
Livingston Election Candidates Need Single Vote To Win
Three candidates running for the Livingston Board of Aldermen must get only a single vote to secure their positions in next Tuesday’s uncontested municipal election. Overton County Administrator Of Elections Craig Story said state law and the city charter likely require the election to be held even without competition or write-in options. Story said the […]
Dekalb County Mayor Cancels May Meeting Saving Money
County Mayor Matt Adcock canceled the Dekalb County Commission regular May meeting and work session for a lack of business. The move will save the county $3,150 in committee member fees. Adcock said the decision to call off the sessions comes as there is no new business currently requiring the commission’s attention. “We will be […]
Sparta Board Approves Water Line Upgrades And Rezoning
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen authorized taking bids for a series of water line upgrades across seven city streets Thursday. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said said early authorization would ensure the water line upgrades can move forward immediately once the state approval arrives. That typically takes about 60 days. “Now we are still […]
Overton Officials Personally Fund New Public Display
Overton County leaders personally funded a new public recognition display in the County Services Building to help residents identify their local representatives. Retired County Commissioner Robbie Melton said the display features photographs of the current commissioners to make them more recognizable to the public. Melton said the project aims to encourage citizens to approach their […]
