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The number of apartments coming to Algood has raised concerns among some members of the city council. City Engineer Matthew Tucker said the perception of too many apartments in Algood is affected by where they get built. Tucker said that when you look at the map, apartments make up a small portion of land area. “Because they are, as Tommy ... Read More »

Prom night is a major milestone for many high schoolers, but amidst the fun, parents should consider talking with their kids about safety as well. Teen drinking has long been associated with prom night, but experts say that the risks that come with it far outweigh a single night of entertainment. Director of Cumberland Prevention Coalition Holly Kisly said that ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech has been approved for the state funding needed to break ground on its new engineering building. Construction funding for the project was delayed last year due to COVID-related budget concerns. But, Governor Bill Lee’s recently passed budget has the needed funds. President Phil Oldham said just under $50 million has been allocated for the project. “Funding for the ... Read More »

Monterey is looking for residents to be a part of the town’s new video project. The town is accepting 10 to 15 second videos that capture locals enjoying the natural areas and small businesses of the community. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said the clips will be included in a final video package that will be posted on multiple town platforms. ... Read More »

Libraries across the state are launching their summer reading program to help maintain children’s literary competency, and Clay County has an extra challenge to add to the fun. Library Director Judith Cutright said the “Read With Me 100 Days” challenge is aiming to keep kids reading consistently throughout the summer to make sure they aren’t behind when school starts up ... Read More »

The Upper Cumberland Foster Closet is hosting its first major fundraiser, “Chips for Charity,” a casino night at the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport on May 1st. UCFC is an organization which aids foster families and kinship families by providing them with free clothing and other necessities for children in custody, all donated by members in the community. Founder and Executive ... Read More »

Algood held a special called work session Thursday night to discuss land use, with an emphasis on flooding. The meeting was spurred from a rezoning request that would add a third building to Quarry Run at 299 East Main Street. Building Inspector Bob Lane said ordinance changes are being composed to tackle water detention issues voiced by council members Ron ... Read More »

One in four Putnam County parents who responded to a system survey expressed interest in long-term virtual learning. System Supervisor for Personalized Learning Sam Brooks said roughly 1,000 of over 11,500 families responded. “If that 25 percent were to hold true, which I think it’s actually going to be lower than that,” Brooks said. “Then you’re talking 25 percent of ... Read More »

The majority of the cleanup at Obey River Park is complete meaning the recreation area will open Friday. The opening of the park was delayed by two weeks due to the March flooding event. Park Ranger Sondra Carmen said the weather worked out perfectly to reach the rescheduled date. “We had a contractor that hauled off 310 truck loads of ... Read More »

A Montessori Learning Center is coming to Cookeville in June to fill a gap two women saw in early education. KDB Montessori Co-Owner Heather May said the Montessori learning method focuses on a child’s interests through guided activities. May said this can be a more efficient teaching method than instruction based on memorization. “The guides just kind of watch and ... Read More »