Sparta Sees High-Wind Damage From Tuesday Storm, Residents Without Power
Sparta took some significant wind damage during Tuesday’s storms. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said that several trees fell, taking down power lines and blocking roads. Quick said that some electric customers have had to go without power into Wednesday. “North side of town, the Rainbow Subdivision there’s north and east Edgewood, there were several […]
Electric Providers Urge Residents To Call Before Tree Trimming
In the wake of February’s ice storm, many have asked who is responsible for trees in the right of way? Cookeville Right of Way Superintendent Jeff Fitzpatrick said the city is responsible for its 572 miles of overhead lines. However, Fitzpatrick said if any resident is still wondering who needs to do the trimming they […]
Jackson County Utility District Working To Restore Water Monday
The Jackson County Utility District is aiming to have water restored to all customers on Monday. Office Manager Crystal Bean said 850 customers are still without water due to Gainesboro’s water tank running dry. Bean said her crews are assisting Gainesboro to find lines that were underwater to get the tank refilled. “As the day […]
Cookeville Utility Policy Changes Take Effect
Cookeville is making changes to its services and costs for utility customers starting this week. Finance Director Brenda Imel said service fees on all utilities will increase from $10 to $20, the first time this has changed in over 20 years. Imel said the service fee increase was needed for what it costs to send […]
Cookeville Utility and Tax Offices Closing for Maintenance Friday Afternoon
Cookeville’s Utility Customer Service and the Business and Property tax office will be closed to foot traffic starting st 3:30 PM on Friday. The Municipal Building will be closed for maintenance, but the drive-thru will remain open for utility customers. Property tax payments will be done online. Services will be open with regular business hours […]
