Downtown Cookeville businesses continue to deal with parking overflow from the Putnam County Justice Center despite efforts to address the problem. Uptown Boutique Owner Tonya Anderson said she used to tell people going to the Justice Center that they are not allowed to park in Liberty Square, but stopped after several negative interactions. “We get some really bad looks, and ... Read More »
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Sparta’s Lester Flatt Celebration Hosting Several Performances And Firework Show
One of the biggest events in the city of Sparta returns this Saturday. The Lester Flatt Celebration at Liberty Square begins at 12:45. Mayor Jeff Young said Sparta is the home town of the Bluegrass legend. Young said the annul event keeps the music tradition alive. “Bluegrass has always just been a big part of the culture in the city ... Read More »
Annual Sparta Sonic Cruise-In Returns
The annual Sonic Cruise-In and Sock Hop is returning to Liberty Square in Sparta’s downtown. Visitors to the event can expect a celebration filled with cars, costumes, live music and good food. Good Time Cruisers Car Club President Junior Jones said the event has gone on for at least two decades, and that he thinks it’s the good wholesome fun ... Read More »