Tag Archives: Planning

McMinnville’s Board of Aldermen will need to decide what the future of the Franklin P. Blue Municipal Building will be. The core of the building was built in 1916 and held city offices 11 years ago. City Administrator Nolan Ming said he toured the building recently with four aldermen. Ming said the building has taken water damage, has two holes ... Read More »

The Algood City Council tabled a rezoning request Tuesday night so it can review the city’s long-term plan for growth. The rezoning request was from Putnam Properties who want to add a third building to Quarry Run. Councilman Luke Hill said he thinks Algood should consider how adding more high density residential areas could affect infrastructure. “Once we start adding ... Read More »

This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week and serves as a reminder to be prepared for the beginning of storm season. Jackson County EMS PIO Derek Woolbright said the anniversary of Cookeville’s March tornado falling on this week makes it even more relevant. “Not only because it is at the forefront of our minds right now due to last year’s ... Read More »

Thursday marks two weeks until Thanksgiving. Cookeville Regional Medical Center Infection Prevention Manager Stephanie Etter said families need to plan their approach to the holidays in a COVID world. “I think keeping your group smaller. Maybe limit your gathering to immediate family rather then extended family,” Etter said. “Consider having your Thanksgiving in a larger location. Maybe a bigger home ... Read More »