Tag Archives: Putnam County

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the cleanup from March’s tornado in Putnam County has been delayed, but the next two weeks are critical to the effort. Brandon Smith, Assistant Director of Putnam County 911, is helping organize the cleanup. “The current plan is to spend the next three weeks in the debris field working working hard to try to get things ... Read More »

Putnam County reported its first two COVID-19 deaths Thursday. The Tennessee Department of Health data does not mean the two people died in the last 24 hours. More than a week passed between the announcement of cases at Algood’s Signature Health Care and the numbers showing up in Putnam County’s data. A Smith County resident’s passing in Thursday’s report along ... Read More »

Tornado victims who need help with applying for the Cookeville-Putnam County Tornado Relief Fund can get in-person assistance this week. Volunteers will be available at the Cookeville Community Center beginning Friday to assist those who may not have computer access or who many need help. Assistance will be offered Friday and Saturday from 10am-4pm, Sunday and Monday 1pm-4pm; and Tuesday ... Read More »

The Putnam County Election Commission will prepare to hold an election in the time of COVID-19 and social distancing. The commission discussed possible preparations at its Wednesday meeting. Election Administrator Michele Honeycutt said the planning will ensure the health of voters even if conditions change by August. “We have been on conference calls with the state going over a lot ... Read More »

The Tennessee Court of Appeals denied the appeal of William Floyd Cartwright on his 2005 conviction for premeditated murder. A Putnam County jury convicted Cartwright for the death of Marvin Martin Jr. in 2004. Cartwright had challenged the conviction arguing he received ineffective assistance during the trial from his counsel. Specifically, Cartwright argued his trial counsel “failed to sufficiently develop ... Read More »

The man who brought a twinkle and a smile to thousands of Upper Cumberland children each holiday season has passed away. Princeton Ball, also known as Santa, delighted kids at the annual Dogwood Park tree lighting as well as the community Christmas parade. He spent much of December travelling across the region spreading Christmas cheer. Ball passed away Monday night. Read More »

Local experience and knowledge of rural economies sent Amy New to the front of the Cookeville Chamber’s search committee recommendations. New named the new President/CEO Monday. The Monterey native and Tennessee Tech alum will take over the role May 11. “She’s a hard worker, she comes from a family of hard workers,” Committee Chairman Phillip Baker said. “We are certain ... Read More »

Beginning Wednesday, Putnam County School Nutrition distribution will change. Putnam County School Nutrition will serve a two-day supply of meals each Monday and Wednesday, and then the regular meal distribution will take place on Friday. Meals will not be served on Friday or Monday, April 13 as those days are previously scheduled holidays. Weekend meal service will not be available. ... Read More »

FEMA has approved almost $717,000 in assistance for Putnam County residents affected by the March 3rd tornado. Much of the money has already been deposited into the accounts of residents impacted. If you were denied benefits, please read your letter carefully to understand why you did not receive assistance. FEMA Officials said in many cases it can simply be a ... Read More »