Tag Archives: Putnam County

Putnam County’s public pools will reopen this May starting with scheduled groups only. A maximum of 50 swimmers will be allowed at one time with two available times daily at both Cookeville and Monterey pools. Parks and Recreation Director John Ross Albertson said his department reviewed other opening plans, local needs and staffing to create the guidelines. “It is kind ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools are reaching out to parents to gauge their thoughts on their children’s reading habits and ability. Preschool-4th Grade Curriculum and Instruction Supervisor Jill Ramsey said this annual survey is even more important this year. Ramsey said with the pandemic and reading retention guidelines coming for third graders, the system needs to close reading gaps. “They get all ... Read More »

After a year trying to stay connected through virtual and limited services, churches will gather again for Easter Sunday. River Community Church Pastor Steve Tiebout said without being able to gather last Easter, they will have four services this weekend. Tiebout said this weekend will be a celebration for the church. “I think there’s a true hunger for community and ... Read More »

If you had a case in Cookeville City Court between November and March, your court date has arrived. Cases have been continued until April 13th at CPAC. City Judge David Ledbetter said this is for anyone with a court date between November 1, 2020 and March 30, 2021. Ledbetter said there is still time to try and settle these cases ... 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 Tennessee Central Rail Trail Authority is proposing two expansions of its Putnam County trail system. Two segments are being recommended. The first would run east from the Algood trail head to Parragon Road. The second would stretch west from the Cookeville Depot to to Cane Creek Park with a possible connection to West End Park. Chairman Tara Wohlgemuth said ... Read More »

Cookeville’s long awaited Dog Park could open later this year. Approval of park features and amenities will be voted on by the Cookeville City Council Thursday. Leisure Services Director Rick Woods said he would like to have obstacle courses, dog water fountains, shade structures and more. Woods said if approved, the features they order should arrive in the next four ... Read More »

Algood is playing it safe this Easter with a drive-thru event at the White Plains Historic Home. From 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM kids can get Easter eggs from the Algood Fire Department. City Administrator Keith Morrison said this was the safest and most effective way to still let people celebrate. “First come, first serve drive-thru event, we just ask ... Read More »

Putnam County Swift Water Rescue Squad members are in Texas training for swift water rescue tactics to improve response. EMA Director Tyler Smith said unfortunately the training had to be postponed in February, because the skills could have been used this weekend. Smith said it is better late than never, because water rescues have been more common over the last ... Read More »

Putnam County Courts are further opening up with eviction notices going out to residents on Thursday. Circuit Court Clerk Jennifer Wilkerson said in-person proceedings are currently at 50 percent capacity. Wilkerson said the next changes are that people will start getting eviction notices April 1 and jury trials will resume in May. “What we are telling you is, yes courts ... Read More »