The Gainesboro Board of Aldermen decided that Halloween will be observed on Saturday the 29th instead of the 31st. Mayor Lloyd Williams said the city can better manage festivities and families have more fun by having the holiday on the weekend. “I’ve got young kids and it is just easier when you have another day to rest,” Williams said. “One ... Read More »
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Trick-Or-Treating In Gainesboro Being Observed Saturday
Gainesboro will observe Halloween on Saturday. The holiday falls on a Sunday this year. Mayor Lloyd Williams said as always, trick-or-treating begins at dusk. “Me and the aldermen got together, and we decided to do it on a Saturday,” Williams said. “I’ve got young kids, and it gives parents a better opportunity to spend more time with their kids. Not ... Read More »
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 »
Cookeville History Comes To Life Saturday At Night At Museum Event
Watch the exhibits of the Cookeville Depot and History Museum come to life Saturday at its Night at the Museum event. Museum Manager Beth Thompson said historical figures of Cookeville escape the museum after dark and have seven stories to share. “Cookeville’s name sake, Richard Fielding Cooke, is going to be out on the street telling his story in front ... Read More »
Planned Sparta Power Outage Happening Late Saturday
A planned city-wide power outage will occur in Sparta starting at midnight on Saturday. According to Utility Manager Belva Bess, residents will be without power for three to four hours. Crews will perform maintenance during that time. Read More »
Putnam Co. Celebrates National EMS Week With Saturday Community Fair
Putnam County celebrates National EMS Week this Saturday. EMS Chief Tommy Copeland said emergency personnel are hosting a community fair to show people what it is like to work the job. “We’re going to have some demonstrations and some ambulances and the bus,” Copeland said. “Weather permitted, we’re going to have Erlanger’ aircraft. We’re also going to do some demonstration ... Read More »