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Algood Approves Bond Resolution For Expansion Project

The bond allocation for Algood’s long-awaited water and sewer expansion project received final reading approval Tuesday. City Administrator Keith Morrison said he’s hoping to have the project out for bids by the end of this month. “The water will start at Trinity (Church), go down Main Street, connect over at First Avenue and also at Mirandy Road, tying the whole ... Read More »

Crossville To Purchase New Fueling Terminal For Airport

Crossville City Council has voted to purchase a self-serve fueling terminal for the airport. City Manager Greg Wood said the current fueling system does not accept chip cards, making it more difficult for aircraft to fuel up after hours. “Periodically, we’ll have a Highway Patrol helicopter drop in at 3 O’clock in the morning,” Wood said. “Right now, if we’re ... Read More »

Man Charged In Tuesday Evening Shooting

A Crossville man faces two counts of aggravated assault for allegedly shooting two people Tuesday evening. 24-year-old Jonathan Pichard has left the Cumberland County Jail after posting $15,000 bond. Pichard stands accused of opening fire and wounding 35-year-old Joshua Houston of Crossville and 37-year-old Marvin Randolph of Crossville. Both victims remain in stable condition at area trauma centers. The shooting ... Read More »

Airport Manager Wants To Conduct Disaster Drill

The manager of the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport wants to see a disaster drill take place sometime this year. Dean Selby said the event would prepare emergency responders for a potential plane crash or other major incidents. “As we’re seeing increased traffic, I think it would be appropriate to kind of reset some of our emergency plans,” Selby said. “Although ... Read More »

Troopers Find Nitrous Oxide Tanks During Crash Investigation

A Sparta man faces charges after authorities found nitrous oxide tanks and more than a pound of marijuana inside his vehicle. State troopers arrested Tyler Dwain Rice after he allegedly crashed his automobile and fled the scene Sunday. An arrest warrant said state troopers responded to a motor vehicle crash on Highway 111. Witnesses stated that Rice fled the scene ... Read More »

Algood Considering New Welcome Signs

Algood will look to install new welcome signs at its city entrances. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the current signs are too generic and need some improvements. “It had been requested multiple times that we review this with the possibility of putting some kind of a nice brick and mortar,” Morrison said. “And make the entrances of Algood kind of ... Read More »

Two shot In Cumberland County, Suspect Detained

Cumberland County authorities have detained a suspect in connection to a Tuesday evening shooting that wounded two people. The incident happened at a location on Wilbanks Road off Highway 70. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said the two victims suffered gunshot wounds to the legs. The unidentified victims are receiving treatment at area medical centers. Officials said there is no ... Read More »

Early Voting Begins Wednesday

Early voting begins Wednesday for the March primaries and runs through February 25. Putnam County Election Administrator Debbie Steidl said voters must show a photo ID upon entering polling locations. “Now, if they have their voting card that’s great,” Steidl said. “That helps us look into the software and find them faster, but it’s not necessary. You don’t have to ... Read More »

Three Pick Up Papers To Run For Algood Council

Three people have picked up qualifying papers to run for Algood City Council. Four-year terms for Luke Hill and Carolyn Norris come to an end this year. Hill has already picked up his qualifying papers, along with Pat M. Judd and Tim McPherson. Hill began serving on the council in December 2017. He replaced Richard Heard, who had to resign ... Read More »

Porter Discusses Waterline Extension Project With Commissioners

The Putnam County Fiscal Review Committee has recommended that the county apply for a $630,000 Community Development Block Grant. County Mayor Randy Porter said the funding would extend waterlines to homes that don’t currently have access to public water. “We’re still trying to get those folks that do not have access to public water…about 725 in the county,” Porter said. ... Read More »