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Cookeville Regional Medical Center is looking to further expand its specialty pharmaceuticals abilities through the purchase of a new analytics program. CRMC Pharmacy Director Dr. Casey White said specialty pharmacies assist patients in treating more rare illnesses whose medications are more expensive and require more direct contact with patients. CFO Tommye Rena Wells said the addition of the program also ... Read More »

A police chase through Putnam, Van Buren, Warren and White Counties Tuesday led to a 30-year old man being charged with first-degree murder. 30-year-old Joshua Brennon Wilson allegedly tried to strike Warren County Sheriffs Department Captain Jody Cavanaugh as Cavanaugh worked to deploy stop sticks along the Highway 70 Bypass. Cavanaugh was not injured. Wilson was stopped in Warren County ... Read More »

White County’s Courthouse elevator remains out of commission, leaving the second and third floors without disability access. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said it has been a challenge finding parts for the 45-year-old machine. “Friday we finally located a way to do this and some parts, and they came and took the motor out Friday,” Robinson said. “They basically said ... Read More »

The need for substitute teachers has stabilized in Putnam County after shortages during last school year. Putnam County Schools HR Director Angie Knight said the substitute teacher pool currently sits at roughly 270. Knight said there will still be challenges keeping the pool at the ideal number with expected drop outs. “We sent them a notice at the end of ... Read More »

Mother To Mother is coming to Sparta for the first time on Thursday. Community Partner Liaison Rachel Brown said the group loads up its bus, giving away vital items for infants and children for free. Brown said often first-time mothers in need are left feeling alone, but Mother to Mother is there for them. “We even have some moms who ... Read More »

The new Putnam County fairgrounds location will have the potential to host more than just the fair. Mayor Randy Porter shared the first proposed plans for the facility with county commissioners Monday night. He said that the 160-acre location will house an expo center, a conference building, and venues for concerts and tournaments. “The premiere part of the site will ... Read More »

Jackson County is searching for a new elections administrator. Clay Thaxton left the position for a new job opportunity after eight years in the role. Election Commission Chair Jim Pappas said applications are due by noon Wednesday at the county courthouse. “We would like to have somebody that has pretty near the same qualifications that we currently have,” Pappas said. ... Read More »

Crossville will be the home of a new Motorsports park that will be more than a race track but an entertainment destination. Flatrock USA leading the project that will be located off exit 338 of I-40. Developer and Founding Partner Rusty Bittle said the concept plans for hotels, restaurants and campgrounds to reach more than Motorsport fans. “I think one ... Read More »

An equipment replacement project will close Dale Hollow Dam Road in Celina. Power Plant Superintendent Stanley Carter said the closure is expected to last roughly one month. Carter said the head gate equipment where water enters the turbine will be upgraded. “The existing equipment was installed when the damn itself was built some 75 plus years ago,” Carter said. “It ... Read More »

Crossville’s Plateau Women’s Chorus is taking auditions for new members as the fall season approaches. Founder and Artistic Director Dana Beal said that the group is ready to come together after last year’s hiatus. “It’s a joyful, supportive, wonderful group of ladies,” Beal said. “They’re just really great to each other and positive. I just can’t say enough about how ... Read More »