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The Monterey Depot Museum Caboose got a new coat of paints thanks to two volunteers stepping up. Monterey Depot Historical Society Volunteer Larry Vaden said he and Jimmy Whitaker heard there was a need to repaint and the two offered their services. Vaden said it was the rare occasion that overcast weather conditions helped an outdoor paint job. “The clouds ... Read More »

McMinnville wants to create more user-friendly streets and sidewalks in its downtown area. These are the final days for community input on the community development draft. Community Planner Katie Kemezis said they want the plan to reflect the needs and wants of the community. “This ensures that whatever recommendations are actually implemented by the city and by our partners after ... Read More »

Putnam County Fair Board President John Allen said the reality of a fairgrounds sale has set in. Allen said he thinks the potential finality of this year being the last at the current location will bring a big turnout to relive the memories. However, Allen said it is not a sad time for him. He said he’s already looking towards ... Read More »

Van Buren County has approved its final budget and property tax rate for the fiscal year. Mayor Greg Wilson said the comptroller’s office gave a tax rate recommendation of $2.3992, which the county rounded to $2.40. Wilson said this was the rate necessary to maintain current revenues. Wilson said he’s optimistic about revenues. “In the last few weeks, couple of ... Read More »

Livingston’s new budget looks to emphasize public safety in the city over the next 12 months. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the city is growing and it is time to make sure citizens get proper fire and police protection. Hayes said raising the hourly wage for 10 patrol officers to $15.50 will be a key piece to community safety. “You get ... Read More »

Clay County High School’s Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) club received the Silver Award from the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for its work in the TN Reduce Teen Crashes program. Anti-Drug Coalition Coordinator Daniel Roberts said that the award comes from earning points in the program through the various activities their members conceptualized and implemented. “Simply as just putting up ... Read More »

McMinnville has a weekend jam-packed with events celebrating the 4th of July. Recreation Program Coordinator Michael Benusches said that the town is excited to host so many events and get people out and celebrating. “We’ve been closed for around 18 months now, and we’re just ready to get people out and about again,” Benusches said. “And have a full slate ... Read More »

Putnam County Commissioners began the bond process for the county jail addition. A state law requires counties wishing to issue bonds for a jail to pre-advertise before approving the issuance. Sheriff Eddie Farris said construction costs have been the main reason the department has not asked the county for money to build. Farris said construction companies would not lock their ... Read More »

A Putnam County realtor and commissioner said the option plan to sell the fairgrounds makes sense for the county and the developer. Commissioner Darren Wilson said the option will give the Nashville-based developer time to pursue a big box store retailer. “The option, basically what it does is it gives them the sole opportunity to through their processes,” Wilson said. ... Read More »

Algood residents gathered at city hall Tuesday night to voice their concerns about speeding and reckless driving. Residents from streets all across Algood said they feel unsafe in their neighborhood because of the issue. Residents from Old Walton Road, Cooper Road, Quinland Lake Road all had the same issues with drivers going over the speed limit and running stop signs. ... Read More »