More space and a better focus on the safety of firefighters are part of Cookeville’s plans for a new Fire Station Three. The city closed this week on land along Gould Drive for the facility. Cookeville Fire Chief Benton Young said the station being replaced is some 50 years old, and a lot has changed. He said the new station ... Read More »
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Putnam Fire Department Fought Pair Of Fires Through Winter Storm
Two homes lost to fire during the early stages of Sunday’s snow. Putnam County Fire Chief Jeff Hicks said fighting multiple fires at once is difficult, and winter weather only adds to the challenge. Hicks said travel from a fire on Cates Road in Monterey to one on Chaffin Road in Baxter was delayed significantly by road conditions. He said ... Read More »