Tag Archives: Jefferson Avenue

T-DOT has placed signs saying, “No sales or soliciting on state right-of-way,” under the Cookeville I-40 overpass on Jefferson Avenue. That after local municipalities made the request. Public Information Officer Jennifer Flynn said Cookeville’s T-DOT offices received questions from local officials asking what could be done to increase safety. “They were expressing concerns that there had been some issues in ... Read More »

An all Donald Trump store is doing business on Jefferson Avenue in Cookeville. Store Manager Greg Tipton said the idea for the store popped up when the county fair season ended. The store is operated by East Coast Concessions and Tipton said the operators wanted a temporary location so memorabilia can keep selling. “We’re also very big Trump supporters so ... Read More »

As Cookeville considers a new panhandling ordinance, one issue would be citing individuals on state right of ways. For example, the corner of Jefferson Avenue and I-40 as well as I-40 and Highway 111. Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton said the city has explored that issue with Representative Ryan Williams. Shelton said it is something other cities might have interest in. ... Read More »

The need for more truck climbing lanes dominated Thursday night’s discussion on the future of the Interstate 40 corridor. Phase one of a 20-year plan for the roadway included comments from Putnam and Cumberland County residents Thursday night. The study will examine the current and future needs of the interstate. WSP USA serves as T-DOT’s consultant on the project. WSP’s ... Read More »

The City of Cookeville will take the next step in the widening of South Jefferson Avenue by relocating utilities. Ronnie Kelly, Director of the Water and Sewer Department, said the $95,000 dollar project will involve Consolidated Technologies working to obtain new easements. Kelly said the city is looking to acquire easements from 14 properties along Jefferson Avenue. “This is a ... Read More »