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The county bid to remove debris and continue the cleanup from Tuesday’s tornado will be opened Wednesday afternoon at 2pm. “Our goal is to have that bid awarded Thursday morning,” County Mayor Randy Porter said. Porter said the work should begin with 24 hours. Read More »

The director of the Overton County Schools will reconsider Leslie Riddle’s termination as Livingston Academy girls basketball coach. Dr. Mark Winningham said he would consider reinstatement as he addressed parents, former players, and community members who gathered Tuesday night at the monthly school board member. “What you all have shared tonight, I promise you I will consider it,” Winningham said. ... Read More »

Crossville City Council approved a new independent contractors agreement Tuesday with Dr. Mark Fox to serve as city Medical Director. As part of the new agreement, Fox will receive a city-owned vehicle to drive. The Council, in a recent work session, discussed covering the insurance on the city vehicle. The approved agreement includes that provision. The council expanded the resources ... Read More »

The City of Cookeville has received a copy of the new master plan for Dogwood Park. Cookeville Department of Leisure Services director Rick Woods said one of the areas of concern was helping people better access the park. “What we heard from the community primarily was connectivity,” Woods said. “They wanted to see better pedestrian connectivity in particular, so we ... Read More »

Putnam County Law enforcement agencies in connection with the TBI are investigating several scams in the aftermath of last week’s tornado. “Law enforcement will not tolerate the scams and we are monitoring that very heavy,” Sheriff Eddie Farris said. Farris said multiple agencies have “boots on the ground” trying to protect the families. In addition, law enforcement monitors Facebook, Twitter ... Read More »

Some seven and a half days after a tornado struck the Baxter-to-Cookeville corridor, US 70 reopened Tuesday night. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said the speed limit along the highway has been reduced to 30mph until further notice. He urged drivers to use “extreme caution” in the area. Periodic closures will still occur along Highway 70 as construction and cleanup ... Read More »

The number of homes damaged by last week’s tornado increased to 700 with 147 homes totally destroyed. County Mayor Randy Porter said the number continues to change as the assessment continues. 127 homes in the highway 70 corridor received major damage. 175 homes had moderate damage, according to the assessment. Porter said 32 businesses received damage from the storm with ... Read More »

FEMA will open a recovery center for victims of last week’s tornado Wednesday at Hyder Burks Pavilion on Gainesboro Grade. If you’ve not yet registered with FEMA, Public Affairs Specialist Cheria Brown says one-on-one assistance could be a help. “You’ll be able to register for assistance one-on-one with an applicant service specialist,” Brown said. “They’ll be able to take your ... Read More »

A two-vehicle crash on Highway 111 Tuesday morning caused minor injuries. 26-year-old Jose Felipe of Monterey transported to Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Felipe was crossing Highway 111 from South Maple Avenue when he pulled in front of 57-year old David Donald Eastes of Sparta. Eastes travelling north on highway 111. Felipe charged by the Tennessee Highway Patrol with driving without ... Read More »

You have the chance to sound off on the rezoning of property on McMinnville’s Yager Road Tuesday night. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen hold a public hearing in the community room of the McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce. A local developer wants to change the zoning to medium density residential. Meeting time set for 7:00pm Tuesday. Read More »