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A resolution supporting the 2nd amendment presented by Putnam County Commissioner Jordan Iwanyszyn was tabled Monday night for May discussion. The resolution stated that Putnam County would “dedicate no physical or financial resources toward the unlawful infringement of the right to keep and bear arms.” After Iwanyszyn’s presentation, Commissioner Cindy Adams made a motion to amend the resolution. Adams said ... Read More »

White County Commission approved matching funds for TDEC Water Infrastructure during its Monday meeting. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said that the money will be spent in next year’s budget. He said that this approval allows him to go to the utility district to discuss the County Commission’s commitment to water infrastructure projects. “Because I need to start getting those ... Read More »

Public outcry about the rezoning of some 107 acres on Lovelady Road has Cookeville City Council wanting to explore potential compromises. Cookeville Planning Commission approved a rezoning to a higher density designation that could allow for the development of some 337 lots. Council members discussed the decision Monday during a work session in preparation for Thursday’s public hearing. Planning Director ... Read More »

A developer has expressed interest in building a hotel next to the proposed Putnam County expo event center on Tennessee Avenue. Mayor Randy Porter gave the report to county commissioners Monday night. Porter said the developer wants to use three acres to construct a building with about 110 rooms. “County Attorney Jeff Jones and I have met with them two ... Read More »

While teachers have been busy prepping students for state testing this week, parents can play a part in their success as well. Overton County Schools Curriculum Supervisor Melissa Savage said that ensuring students get a good night’s sleep and have a hearty breakfast the morning of are just some ways to help. “Talk to them positively about the test and ... Read More »

Overton County School System was the recipient of some $19,000 to get a new oven and steamer for Livingston Middle School’s cafeteria. School Nutrition Supervisor Debie Taylor said that the brand-new equipment helps cafeteria staff serve hot, fresh food to students. “If you’re wanting to keep something to where it doesn’t bake out and get hard, you want to keep ... Read More »

Habitat for Humanity has openings for repair projects in its Senior Aging in Place program. Director Pam Ealey said that they do projects ranging from roof repair to wheelchair ramp installations. “It just about keeping seniors in their homes long-term and having the opportunity to provide this,” Ealey said. “Some of this will be done by professional subs, and other ... Read More »

One of the fastest internet speeds available today is now an option for some in the Upper Cumberland. Twin Lakes is offering 10 Gig broadband. Manager/CEO Jonathan West said typical broadband speeds have a 25 megabit connection. 10 gig is 400 times faster. “Do I need that? How fast is that? What does that mean?” West said. “I think the ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech welcomes journalist and author Maya Dusenbery Monday night as the Center Stage and Women’s Center speaker. Status of Women Commission University Chair Stephanie Adams said Dusenbery will speak about her book Doing Harm: The Truth About How Bad Medicine and Lazy Science Leaves Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed and Sick. “One of the things that this books does is open ... Read More »

The Clay County Ambulance Committee has approved a three-year EMS contract with Celina for the county commission to consider. Celina Mayor Luke Collins said the two entities agreed on a some $464,000 contract with a 2-3 percent yearly increase. “The employees at the ambulance service are happy about that,” Collins said. “It will help us keep employees, and it will ... Read More »