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Algood city services will continue to run as normal following the arrest of Public Works Director and Fire Chief Victor Jones. City Administrator Keith Morrison said those positions have been filled in the interim with individuals from the department. “They can run the facilities as needed and I’ll help oversee it and help them where they need it and we’ve ... Read More »

Algood Public Works Director Victor Jones charged with aggravated sexual battery against a victim less than 13-years-old Thursday. According to investigators with the Cookeville Police Department began looking into allegations of sexual misconduct in September 2022. As the investigation progressed, investigators found sufficient information to charge 61-year-old Jones. Jones was arrested and booked into the Putnam County Jail.  The investigation ... Read More »

The city of Algood wants residents to be aware of smoke testing happening in the next few weeks. Public Works Director Victor Jones said that the testing helps find leaks and other issues in the sewer system. “We go in and we clean the lines, TV it, and smoke test it,” Jones said. “So all the water that runs in ... Read More »

Algood opened its fire hall to the community Thursday afternoon to show off its new fire truck. The fire hall was full of kids, families and officials from across the county to celebrate the official unveiling of a 2021 Pierce Enforcer Truck. The $638,000 truck arrived last month. Fire Chief Victor Jones led the ceremony and said a day like ... Read More »

The Algood Fire Department is adding a new pumper truck to its fleet. Algood Fire Chief Victor Jones said the addition of the new truck will help the city in its goal to lower its ISO rating. “The truck that we have now is 20-years-old,” Jones said. “It’s still a good truck, but it’s got to its date that on ... Read More »