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Debris removal will begin the areas most impacted by last week’s tornado, according to a debris removal plan issued Friday. The completion of contracts with disaster debris companies will continue the cleanup process. Residents are asked to separate debris before placing it in the public right-of-way. That area is the residential property that extends from the street to the sidewalk, ... Read More »

Friday was the last day for many students to be face to face in a classroom. Tennessee Tech announced Thursday they will extend spring break another week. This comes as a response to national concerns about the COVID 19 virus. Environmental science senior Annabelle Dempsey said Tech is making the right decision. “With something like this, it’s not so much ... Read More »

67-year-old Patricia Lane fell victim to the tornado Tuesday. She used to be neighbors with Elizabeth Dawn at the Echo Valley Apartments. Dawn said she’s known Patricia for over 10 years. “She was very kind and compassionate toward others. She liked to always help people and bless them with things. She was always volunteering at her church and doing dinners ... Read More »

Visitation to the Cookeville Regional Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation will be limited effective immediately. Only one identified support person will be allowed in both areas. Beginning Monday, only two visitors will be allowed per patient for hospital inpatients. All visitors will be screened to determine the risk of illness. Visitors must be 16 years of older. “We have been ... Read More »

In-person court proceedings have been postponed statewide in reaction to the coronavirus. Cookeville City Court appearances at the Cookeville Municipal Building set for March 13-March 31 have been rescheduled to Tuesday, April 7 at 9am. In Crossville, the March 31 court dates through the Crossville Police Department will be rescheduled for April 21. The Tennessee Supreme Court issued an order ... Read More »

A School Resource Officer accidentally discharged a firearm Friday morning at Cumberland County’s Pine View Elementary. No one was injured. The officer was alone in his office with no children in the vicinity. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. The officer, whose name was not released, will be placed on administrative leave pending the investigation. The K-8 school ... Read More »

The Algood Police Department needs your help in finding a runaway juvenile missing since February 28. 17-year-old Marcus White reported missing by his family members. White is a black male with a light complexion. He stands 5-7, weighing 180 pounds. White has black hair and brown eyes. White was last seen in the vicinity of Trinity Algood. The 17-year-old has ... Read More »

The Cookeville-Putnam County Tornado Relief Fund now has a committee to begin the process of how funds will be distributed. Former Tennessee Tech President Dr. Bob Bell will chair the seven-member committee, formed jointly by Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton and Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter. It’s main task will be to define the process and procedures by which storm victims ... Read More »

Joshua, Erin, and Sawyer Kimberlin fell victim to the Tuesday Tornado this week. Eastside Church of Christ preacher Phillip Martin used to preach at Jere Whitson where Joshua used to attend. He said he met Joshua as a freshman in college. “Josh came in as part of a group of young college kids that filled the space the congregation needed ... Read More »

Simple health choices can be important viral illnesses, like the coronavirus are being spread. Putnam County Health Director Lisa Bumbalough said basics such as a healthy diet and sleep can make a difference. “It is always good to practice making healthy food choices,” Bumbalough said. “Eating fruits, eating plenty of vegetables and of course staying hydrated by drinking plenty of ... Read More »