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The transfer of money from the Monterey Hometown Project to the town of Monterey is causing concern. The donations and grants for the project are in an account under the Standing Stone Historical Society non-profit umbrella. Standing Stone Historical Society President Rebekah Beeler said the main issue is the legality of the transfer. “I need to see that the those ... Read More »

The number of COVID-19 cases at the NHC McMinnville facility jumped to 24 Wednesday. A total of 15 patients and 9 employees have tested positive. That’s an increase of six employees from Tuesday’s report. The McMinnville cluster has yet to be included in the state’s list of long-term care facilities. Read More »

COVID hospitalizations Wednesday reached the highest number since the outbreak began at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. “We currently have 17 positive COVID-19 inpatients, the highest number of positive inpatients we have had since the beginning of the pandemic,” CRMC Director Of Public Relations Melahn Finley said. Finley said the hospital has plans in place should the numbers go higher. Cookeville ... Read More »

The Director of the Putnam County Library System said funding full-time librarians will help extend needed community services. Phil Schaller said he is grateful that officials throughout the county have helped make new full-time positions a reality. During this year’s budget process, both Algood and Baxter approved funds to bring part-time librarians up to full-time in each city’s branch libraries. ... Read More »

During the hottest months of the year, livestock can be at risk for heat stress. Common signs of heat stress include foaming at the mouth, panting, and trembling. White County UT Extension Agent Scott Swoape said high temperatures and humidity can raise the heat index to concerning levels. “The species of livestock that are most prevalent that’s going to see ... Read More »

The water line replacements on Willow Avenue are coming to a close. Cookeville Water and Sewer Director Ronnie Kelly said the city is trying to complete the project before TDOT starts repaving this August. “The project is going well,” Kelly said. “We have two contractors there. One working on sewer. One working on water. The water contractor has one more ... Read More »

Former Jackson County Clerk Amanda Stafford is being held in Gainesboro for a probation violation. Jackson County Sheriff Marty Hinson said Stafford was arrested by the Sheriff’s Department. He said Stafford allegedly failed a drug test. In May, Stafford pleaded guilty in Jackson County Criminal Court to two counts of theft over $2,500 dollars. She was sentenced to two years ... Read More »

The developer of a new shopping center along Cookeville’s 10th Street and Old Kentucky Road has submitted an extension request to the Planning Department. The request comes after city council approved an ordinance last week allowing for six month extensions based on federal or state emergencies such as COVID. “They have also submitted the final PCD plan for consideration by ... Read More »

The Clay County Commission voted unanimously to submit an application tourist enhancement grant for further courthouse improvements. The deadline to submit the TDOT tourist grant application is July 15. Mayor Dale Reagan said during the Monday meeting he believes it can be submitted in time. “Basically it’s a narrative, you gotta put a good narrative out there,” Reagan said. “We’re ... Read More »

The Fentress County Fair Board will host a carnival after local residents complained about the cancellation of this year’s fair. “We have a group of people here begging us to do something for our community to have some entertainment and things to get out and do,” Fentress County Fair Board Treasurer Cindy Smith said. “We are a small county, and ... Read More »