The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released new crime data detailing domestic violence trends across the state for 2021. According to the report, women accounted for 71 percent of domestic-related incidents. ‘Boyfriend/Girlfriend’ was the most frequently reported relationship type for domestic-related offenses. Upper Cumberland Family Justice Center Director Amy Stockwell said it intrigued her that from 2020 to 2021, homicide numbers ... Read More »

Lanes are open again after an accident on South Willow Avenue near Lone Oak Drive early Tuesday morning resulted in the closure of all lanes. Cookeville Police Department Public Information Officer Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said one driver has been arrested on a DUI after crashing into a utility pole. Leonard said when first responders were on the scene, a tractor-trailer ... Read More »

Cumberland County Justice Center providing a new space for children involved in court business to feel more comfortable. Cumberland Sheriff’s Office PIO Gary Howard said the Comfort Corner is a kid-friendly room filled with toys, books, and games. He said they wanted to do what they can to make kids comfortable during a court visit. “We’re seeing more and more ... Read More »

The long-awaited Taco Bell on Fast Lane in Baxter officially held its grand opening Monday morning. Franchisee Partner Amir Ferdowsi said the promise of the store opening has been met with much excitement from the community. “When we announce it, especially in these rural towns, it’s probably the biggest thing that we’ve ever experienced coming into a town,” Ferdowsi said. ... Read More »

Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP has elected its newest officers to serve for the 2022-2024 term. Tom Savage was re-elected as the Branch President. Johnnie Wheeler will serve as the First-Vice President and Jack McMurry will serve as the Second-Vice President. The following positions were elected as follows: Third Vice President-Walter Buck Fourth Vice President-Ruth Ventrice Treasurer-Geeta McMillan Assistant Treasurer-Linda Irby Secretary-Monica ... Read More »

Governor Bill Lee will enjoy a turkey raised and harvested by York Institute students for his Thanksgiving dinner. York Institute School Director John Bush said the turkey was one of 66 birds students raised to maturity. He said the opportunity came about after Department of Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn told the governor about the turkey farming efforts. “Just a great ... Read More »

Cookeville Electric Department will take the next steps on work at the Cane Creek Substation. Director Carl Haney said the recently-approved $2 million bid marks the beginning of the construction project. “In this, we will be recommended hiring a contractor that will come in and take out all of the old transformers, and a lot of the bus work a ... Read More »

Five students arrested in the Warren County School opens up a larger conversation about the consequences of our words. That’s according to School Director Grant Swallows. He said the school system and law enforcement take threats seriously and want students to as well. “We feel like as a school system our job is to educate our students, our community, our ... Read More »

A public hearing in Fentress County Thursday night to help the county decide the next steps for offroad vehicles on Black House Mountain Road. County Commissioner Lester Gooding said there was a good turnout of members of the community and representatives of the campgrounds nearby. He said there will be efforts for a compromise between the concern for safety while ... Read More »

Cookeville set to open new parking on North Cedar Avenue Friday. City Manager James Mills said the parking lot is the site of the old mini-storage units that the city acquired a few years ago. “There’s a net gain of many more parking spaces so it should be a positive for the downtown,” Mills said. “We really want to encourage ... Read More »