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Work on Baxter’s Portobello America site is some two months ahead of schedule. Building and Codes Official Bob Lane said that the crew had been able to complete the grading and move dirt for the tile manufacturing company more swiftly than expected. “Building people, they will put someone on the backburner for a project this size, and I’m sure that’s ... Read More »

Cookeville Regional Medical Center began a series of COVID vaccine clinics Friday. All three vaccines will be available for free today, Wednesday and Thursday. Report to the North Patient Tower lobby from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. No appointment is needed. For those receiving a third vaccination, bring the card showing prior vaccination. Read More »

The Gaineseboro Board of Aldermen approved a new pay scale for employees Thursday. Aldermen Travis Agee said employees will be rewarded for longevity while also increasing starting pay for new hires. “We’re trying to get our employees competitive with surrounding municipalities,” Agee said. “We’ve been low for a while, and we knew that. We’ve got to take care of who ... Read More »

Sparta Codes Officer Mike O’Neal said a new Arby’s restaurant will be coming to Sparta. “Renovation plans have been approved for an Arby’s at the 681 Roosevelt Drive location, which was formerly Bojangles,” O’Neal said. “I know that rumor has been floating around, and they asked us not to say anything. They gave us that approval today (Thursday).” O’Neal said ... Read More »

The first hard freeze of the season likely comes Thursday night. Overton County Ag Extension Agent Jason Garrett said whenever the first frost does come, the growing season is pretty much over. “For example, a warm season yard, which would be Bermuda grass, zoysia grass, it’s basically going to cause it to go dormant for the winter and it will ... Read More »

Overton County has finalized its voting precinct lines. Administrator of Elections Craig Story said that with redistricting finalized, fewer than 1,000 residents were moved. He said that at this week’s election commission meeting, actual voters got shifted. “Rickman had grown faster than any other part of the county and so some voters had to be moved because of that,” Story ... Read More »

The Cumberland County Home Builders Association is holding its first ever Fall Home Show. The event takes place on Friday and Saturday. Executive Officer Kennetha Kilburn said they only bring in local experts to answer questions any homeowner might be struggling with. They will get to find a lot of information about possibly remodeling their home or maybe starting fresh,” ... Read More »

Nick’s Restaurant and Banquet Facilities celebrates 50 years of business in Cookeville Thursday. Nick Philson opened the restaurant in 1971 and let his children carry on the family tradition. Co-Owner Nicole Wilson said her brother and business partner, Nick Philson Jr., operate the Jefferson Avenue location today. “We say a big thank you and especially after COVID,” Wilson said. “We ... Read More »

Putnam County’s Planning Commission is looking to fill a newly-vacant seat. Planning Director Kevin Rush said that they are looking for an open-minded, ethical individual. He said that a development background is not required. “Sometimes it is handy to have people of different backgrounds,” Rush said. “Some people who have experience with say a water district or construction or surveying ... Read More »

FAFSA application process is now open to prospective college students. The program provides need-based financial aid to those who apply and meet qualifications. Jackson County High School Gear Up Coordinator Gary Flynn said that the process can sometimes be daunting for applicants. He said that the key is to be prepared prior to starting the application. “The IRS tool that’s ... Read More »