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Algood Taking Bids For Annual Sidewalk Projects

Algood will open bids for its sidewalk repair and concrete work next week with plans to target areas in the city’s master plan. City Administrator Keith Morrison said he takes these pre-bids annually to have someone on tap when sidewalk projects pop up. “As I find areas that need repair or if there’s smaller chunks or things that we come ... Read More »

Putnam County Budget Committee Appointed

Putnam County’s new budget process is underway, with the appointment of a nine member budget committee. Mayor Randy Porter said the goal is to get the budget passed by the county commission in July, and into the comptroller’s office before the August deadline. “So far our revenues, as far as sales tax and those type of state revenues have been ... Read More »

Cookeville Quality Inn Removal Begins

The removal of the Cookeville Quality Inn has begun. A new 102-room, 5-story Hilton Property will be built on the front of the Jefferson Avenue site. The newest portion of the Quality Inn will remain with 65 rooms. According to the hotel General Manager, there is no estimate on how long the tear down will last. The General Manager said ... Read More »

Putnam To Apply For Grant For Gentry Fire Truck

Putnam County will apply for a community development block grant to replace a fire truck in the Gentry Community. County Mayor Randy Porter said the grant would replace a 1980s-vintage mini pumper at the Gentry station. If approved, the residents within five miles of the fire station would see an improvement in the insurance rankings from a ten to a ... Read More »

Baxter Wants To Build Equipment Structure

Baxter is considering a plan to build an equipment shed for its street department to protect equipment and vehicles. Mayor John Martin said there is enough adjacent land at the Street Department’s new facility to build something for all the community’s equipment. “Our Street Superintendent Travis Clark got all the bids on all of it and all the specs for ... Read More »

Algood Considering LED Signs For July Budget

Algood is considering installing LED welcome signs for the north and south entrances of town. City Administrator Keith Morrison said they want to expand the idea of just normal “welcome to town” signs. If the idea becomes a reality the signs would be used for public information, promote events and advertise. “We’ll be preparing for the July 1 budget,” Morrison ... Read More »

Baxter Approves Preliminary Subdivision Plan on Main Street

The Baxter Planning Commission approved the preliminary site plan for a subdivision on Main Street. There are 119 lots proposed in this phase. The planning commission showed the plan to the Baxter Fire Department and they did not see any issues with the road width. The project representative asked about developing this subdivision in multiple phases. However, Commission member Tommy ... Read More »

Hank Aaron’s Passing Makes Former Cookeville Mayor Reflect

The passing of baseball legend Hank Aaron brings back the memory of when the hall of fame slugger made his way to Cookeville. Former Cookeville Mayor Dwight Henry got the chance to spend one on one time with Aaron during his visit for the Cookeville Mall’s 10th anniversary. Henry said the news of Aaron’s passing brings that day in 1987 ... Read More »

Cookeville, Putnam Asking Residents To Consider Payment Alternatives

Cookeville is asking residents to consider their options for property tax payments before coming to city hall. City Manager James Mills said due to COVID they would ask residents to consider mail, using a drop box or drive-thru and online services. Mills said he hopes city hall can have fewer restrictions in the future, but residents play a role in ... Read More »

Putnam Library Friends Adding New Members In 20th Year

The Putnam County Library Friends are looking for 30 new members to join in the groups 20-year anniversary. Public Relations Board Member Tyler Asher said the membership drive is usually led by special events, but has been extended out to February 19. Asher said anyone who joins and pledges $15 or more will get a commemorative bookmark for this years ... Read More »