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Cookeville-Putnam County NAACP planning its celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 16th. Branch President Tom Savage said the keynote speaker will be Gloria Sweet-Love, President of the Tennessee State Conference NAACP. He said they also plan on serving a hearty breakfast at the Algood United Methodist Church to help people begin the day in the right way. ... Read More »

Clay County will be getting a new ambulance to replace an aging vehicle in the EMS fleet. County Mayor Dale Reagan said the grant funding allowing the purchase comes at a good time considering recent issues with vehicles. “A year and a half ago I guess it was we had an accident, and it took one of our older units ... Read More »

With recent weather events, Clay County 911 wants to remind residents of its emergency alert straight to your phone. 911 Director Beth Moulton said the services notifies via land line and cell phone through text or call. “It gives them the opportunity to know about severe weather,” Moulton said. “But we also use it for other things like if you ... Read More »

Jefferson Avenue Church of Christ celebrates 150 years of service and worship this year. Minister Andy Brewster said the church was first identified in 1871. The original members met in their homes before establishing a meeting place located near the Courthouse Square which is now known as Lowe Avenue. “It is truly an amazing story,” Brewster said. “I think there ... Read More »

UCHRA’s transportation department wants to connect with under served communities to better display services available. Fiscal Officer John Brock said the agency wants to focus on Tennessee Tech students, Hispanic communities in McMinnville and those with impairments. “There seems to be potentially in communities like a stigma that our services might just be used for the elderly or the less ... Read More »

The Putnam County Community Advisory Board is working to ensure that no child or family in the community is left behind. President Jackie Reynolds said that’s why the organization is constantly looking to meet the basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter. She said that since the advisory board’s inception, she has seen a difference in the community. “There are ... Read More »

Cookeville business The Munkey Wrench Gallery and Shop is opening the doors of its new, West Side home on Friday. Owner Bruce Heard said the new location will feature a new aspect in addition to his artistic and antique items: coffee, desserts, and craft beverages. Heard said that he wanted to create a place in his business for people to ... Read More »

As part of Tennessee Tech’s Martin Luther King Jr. Service Week, students are being recruited for a Saturday tornado cleanup. Inspiritus Volunteer Coordinator Amy Jennings said a single Putnam County residence is the focus of work. “They will be working with one of the client cases that Inspiritus is working with on completing repairs from the tornado,” Jennings said. “This ... Read More »