The statewide Republican Road to Victory bus tour made a stop at the Putnam County Courthouse Monday to encourage citizens to vote. Members of the Tennessee House, Senate and Congress visited with voters and spoke about the importance of voting on the third stop of the trip. House Speaker Cameron Sexton said voting is a right all citizens should practice ... Read More »

Livingston has closed its city hall indefinitely after multiple city employees have tested positive for COVID. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the drive-thru will remain open during normal business hours, and bills can be paid online or via phone. “Hopefully, we can get back to normal,” Hayes said. “If not and our numbers continue to rise, I believe us community leaders ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech University is offering different ways to help its students that are quarantined. All isolated students are contacted daily by health services for physical and mental wellness checks. Multicultural Affairs Assistant Vice President Robert Owens said the university tries to provide all needs that on campus students might have. “So any student that was one of those students that ... Read More »

The city of Sparta will soon have its first public mountain bike trail thanks to the efforts of two city employees. Greg O’Neal and David Zuber have volunteered their time for the past two years creating the trail. Alderman Jerry Lowery supported the effort to finish the trail through a board vote. “This is an opportunity for us to create ... Read More »

Overton County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post has added four new members meaning the organization will continue to operate. Commander Jerry Greer said the post held two open houses to recruit younger veterans after fears of having to shut down. “Before, most of our membership were older veterans that have life membership, so they do not pay due any longer,” ... Read More »

A Putnam County Commissioner has an idea on how to relieve parking issues at the Justice Center by moving some vehicles off site. Commissioner Jonathan Williams said he recommends building a protected car lot to store the vehicles. Currently, he said about a quarter of the lower parking lot appears to be used for vehicles that are not immediately needed ... Read More »

The Highland Residential Services is dealing with water leaks resulting in a loss of $40,000 so far this year. Executive Director Dow Harris said two leaks in Baxter and Monterey have been the main source of financial loss, but repairs are currently in progress. “That takes away from other things that we need for capital improvements and the inventory in ... Read More »

The White County Commission will gather Monday to discuss three budget resolutions. Changes could be made to the county’s general fund, public works fund and drug control fund. The commission will also hear reports from the county’s committees. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. at the White County Courthouse. Monday, the Fentress County Commission will meet at 6:00 p.m. ... Read More »

Gov. Bill Lee and Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn have called for legislation to suspend accountability measures for state student assessments. Clay County Director of Schools Matt Eldridge said this is a step in the right direction. “We are happy with that decision,” Eldridge said. “Because especially last spring happened so much, that was kind of thrust upon us all quickly. ... Read More »

Sparta could soon have new small home rental spaces on North Church Street designed for tourists. The Board of Alderman Thursday approved a zoning change for roughly two acres to allow multiple dwellings on one parcel. Mayor Jeff Young said the homes will be marketed to visitors. “What the intention is behind that property is they want to build smaller ... Read More »