The Crossville City Council passed an ordinance on first reading that would allow alcohol to be served on city property. Mayor James Mayberry said the permit-based process would operate through the city’s Beer Board. “We’re getting a lot of activity downtown at our amphitheater, concert series and so on and so fourth putting requests to serve alcohol,” Mayberry said. “We ... Read More »

Former Tennessee Tech University President Dr. Angelo Volpe will be laid to rest Friday. The Volpe family will receive friends at the Angelo and Jennette Volpe Library on Tennessee Tech’s campus. Visitation will be open from Thursday 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday from 10:00 a.m. until noon funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ... Read More »

The Celina Board of Aldermen approved its new fiscal year budget on first reading. The spending plan does not include any major changes, but Celina Mayor Luke Collins said the money is there to consider employee raises in the future. “At this point in time there is not raises included in the budget,” Collins said. “But it is planned to ... Read More »

For the second year in a row, Livingston Regional Hospital received state recognition for practices that reduce infant mortality rates. Livingston Regional one of just 11 facilities statewide that received a BEST Award. Women’s Center Nursing Director Sheila Garrett said the hospital was honored for its progress in breastfeeding, early elective delivery reduction and safe sleeping. “It is a push ... Read More »

Cumberland River Hospital Owner Johnny Presley said he has not finalized a deal to sell the facility. Attorney William Birdwell gave an update on the contract negotiations to the Celina Board of Aldermen Tuesday night. Birdwell represents the “group of individuals” interested in the hospital. Presley said he has maintained the facility since it closed in 2020. Presley said the ... Read More »

The Putnam Education Partnership introduced a new annual award Wednesday in honor of a member and the foundation’s 10th year of serving families. Board President Brandon Smith presented the Rick Burnett Servant’s Heart Award. Partnership Board Member and Pastor Rick Burnett said he credits the honor to the volunteers that make the program possible. “Second Harvest estimates that one out ... Read More »

A man allegedly responsible for a driveway scam in Jackson County was arrested in White County Tuesday. Dennis Howard allegedly took $3,000 to develop a driveway on Cummins Mills Road. After multiple attempts by the victim, the work was not completed and a refund was unsuccessful. Howard was indicted on a felony charge for actions by a home improvement service ... Read More »

The Biz Foundry will officially celebrate the opening of a new Sparta office at a ribbon cutting Thursday. President Jeff Brown said the new location marks the third in the region that provides entrepreneurs office space as they try to start a company. “We’re charged with developing the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region to help companies start and grow and ... Read More »

A group of individuals is currently negotiating a contract to reopen the Cumberland River Hospital. Attorney William Birdwell, who represents the party, gave a report to the Celina Board of Aldermen Tuesday night. “We want to reassure everyone that this is a real effort that is underway,” Birdwell said. “We expect good things to come in the next few weeks, ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools named Stephen Robbins as the new Upperman High School principal for next school year Tuesday. Robbins will replace Billy Stepp who accepted a new position as Cumberland County Director of Schools. Robbins served as Cookeville High School’s assistant principal and athletic director for five years. Robbins will officially begin his role on July 1st. “I am honored ... Read More »