Career education for disabled Putnam County students has grown over the years with over 100 local businesses participating in work-based learning. Transition Case Manager Jamey Pack said his main job is to prepare students for life after school. The work-based learning helps students navigate their careers while also building experience. “It’s a lot different now than it has been before,” ... Read More »
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Pickett Ag Extension And School System Hosting Internet Safety Course
Pickett County Ag Extension partnering with the Pickett County School System to host an internet safety meeting for parents and students Tuesday. Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent Amanda Woody will lead the parent session. She said she will review the dangers of the internet, social media privacy and mental health impacts to children. “The school really saw a need ... Read More »
Putnam Commission Passes Impact Fee Resolution Supporting Removal Of Population Restraints
The Putnam County Commission approved a resolution supporting legislative efforts to remove population thresholds for counties to impose an impact fee. The one-time fee on new construction is collected during the permitting compass. Commissioner Jonathan Williams said the county is currently not eligible to set the fee. “It is my belief and belief of others that support this resolution that ... Read More »
Jamestown Progressing On Pool Improvements, Splash Pad Work
Work has begun on Jamestown’s new splash pad and pool renovations . Public Works Director Steve McCoy said the goal is to have both amenities open for the public this summer. “They started on the pool renovation last week and got some concrete tore out of it,” McCoy said. “The splash pad, we’ve got some asphalt to get out there, ... Read More »
TTU Professor Says Ukraine-Russia Conflict Remains At Stalemate One-Year Later
One year later, the Ukraine-Russia conflicts remains at a stalemate as American resources have kept the Ukrainians in the battle. Tennessee Tech Political Science Professor Dr. Michael Gunter said the situation remains very tense with nuclear warfare as a serious threat. Gunter-1 (:19) ... Read More »
Cookeville Planning Pushes RV Park Proposal To Full Council
The Cookeville Planning Commission recommended removing campgrounds and RV parks from general commercial zones and add the developments to local commercial Monday. Currently, the RV parks are only allowed under special exceptions in general commercial zones. Planning Director Jon Ward said the proposal sets a boundary protecting the inner city and limits the use along heavy traffic roads. Ward-1 ... Read More »
Calfkiller Highway Water Project Moving To Engineer Phase
The Calfkiller Highway joint water project with Putnam County and Monterey is moving forward. The County Commission voted for County Mayor Randy Porter to proceed to the engineering phase. The water line extension would reach residents that are currently not served with public water. On design completion, the project would go out to bid. A combination of federal COVID money ... Read More »
Oil Change Business To Establish New Location In Algood
A quick service oil change facility is coming to Algood. The city’s Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception Thursday allowing the establishment in general commercial zoning. It will be located at 584 West Main Street. Building and Codes Official Bob Lane said adjacent property owners did not speak against the development. A public hearing was also held without ... Read More »
Early Budding Could Cause Damage To Trees And Impact Fruit Harvest
Trees are blooming earlier than usual as a response to several days of spring-like weather last week. Jackson County Ag Extension Agent Dill Hughes said there is some concern for the trees’ health especially with another frost likely to happen. Hughes-1 (:18) Q. Leaves Turned Black ... Read More »
Spencer Considering UCDD Services To Replace City Planner
Spencer starting the process to find new city planner services as its current contract comes to a close. Spencer Planner David Starnes has served the city since 2011 but plans to retire soon. Mayor Alissa Farmer said the Board of Aldermen should consider utilizing UCDD to replace his services. “His name is Tommy Lee, and he is actually the planner ... Read More »