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Helping Hands of Putnam County is officially seeing in-person clients again. The group helps individuals in need by providing food, utilities assistance and rent assistance among others. Director Debbie Handlson said they hope the decision will allow the group to expand the work they do for the community. “You know they say ‘We need food, or I need help with ... Read More »

McMinnville’s Kids of The Community group serves to give direction and purpose to at-risk youth. Program Director Barry Dishman said his work as Warren County’s Director of Juvenile Court Services gave him an inside look into what these kids are dealing with. Dishman said whether its food insecurity, a distressed home life or education, Kids of The Community is there ... Read More »

The Clay County Volunteer Rescue Squad is looking for new volunteers interested in helping the community. The squad is hosting an open house on Saturday, and members of the community are invited to come meet the team, enjoy free food, and learn about the work of the squad. Captain Chris White said he hopes to recruit some new members to ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools are considering options to increase student participation during school lunch. Director of Schools Corby King said that he asked to meet with a vendor to gather ideas about creating menus more aligned with what kids want to eat. King said he is not looking to take cafeteria employees off the payroll, but is interested in providing better ... Read More »

The need for fresh food in Jamestown is being addressed on Wednesday with a drive-thru distribution. Forbus Circuit United Methodist Pastor John Dietz said a U-Haul will be set up at noon at the Super Center in Jamestown across from Taco Bell. Dietz said 450 boxes will be available for families in need and all they have to do is ... Read More »

Sparta approved an ordinance cutting food truck vendor fees in half during its Thursday meeting. With the change, food truck vendors will be assessed a $25 charge for a one day permit to $250 for a one year permit. Sparta Green Market Manager Amanda Dunsmore said Sparta is moving the right direction on food trucks. “I just wanted to extend ... Read More »

The Algood Farmers’ Market building is complete and set to open on Thursday. City Administrator Keith Morrison said residents and vendors are excited to have a dedicated facility now. Morrison said the market is another piece to invigorating Algood’s downtown. “The opportunity that if you were using the parking lot and the facility even with it not completed,” Morrison said. ... Read More »

The Cookeville Rescue Mission is offering emergency shelter for any residents in the area. House Manager Glenn Honeycutt said the Jefferson Avenue location on the corner of Davis Road has lodging, food and clothing available. “We have 50 residents that are currently residing here at the Cookeville Rescue Mission, and we do have plenty more beds available,” Honeycutt said. “We ... Read More »

Celebrate National Farmer’s Market Week by shopping from your local farmer vendors. Cookeville Codes Director Jeff Littrel said the trend of fresh,local food has made farmer’s markets grow in popularity. “I think the public in general is looking for home grown produce,” Littrel said. “So, they can see where it is coming from and meet the farmers and see how ... Read More »

Families in Tennessee eligible for the Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) program still have time to apply. The program provides families $5.70 for every missed school day during the pandemic to make up for lost meals. Tennessee Department of Human Services Press Secretary Sky Arnold said many families were unprepared to make up two meals a day. “Families across our ... Read More »