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Three injured in head on crash, Cookeville man leads CPD on high-speed chase through Cookeville, allegation against CHS teacher deemed false.
Price found guilty of first-degree murder, three injured in head-on collision and Park View school funding questions and answers.
Murder trial this week from 2019 slaying, Bowman honored for 50 years. Algood water tower gets removed.
Airport moves forward with investigation of commercial service, officials discuss funding for K-8 Park View School, and TTU prepares housing plans for increased fall enrollment.
Putnam County Fair starts Thursday, Planners OK plat for new neighborhood, PCSO seeks woman in questioning after Monday shooting.
More candidates seek register of deeds office, Mayor updates Commission on Fairgrounds sale, Hilham man pleads guilty to child rape.
Putnam County reports increase in sales tax collections, CPD officer now a k-9 Master Trainer and West Broad could be the next rail trail route.
City Council candidates answer questions, Chief Etheredge resigns from LPD, city agrees to purchase land for water park.
City may help pay for new Tech stadium and purchase land for a water park, Putnam County sets all-time record for building permits, business offers reward in vandalism case.
Gainesboro woman arrested for auto theft, former teacher indicted for sexual exploitation of a minor and Fireworks City owner celebrates 26 years.
Criticism over Livingston Police Department Chief retention, video disputes claims from salon owner regarding Cookeville Police Department, Monterey man arrested for firing six rounds at Willow Avenue Hardee's.
Airport to close in September for striping project, Neal released into sister's custody for home incarceration, vehicle burglaries over the weekend higher than usual.
Home caregiver arrested for sexual battery, Putnam County schools already addressing school safety issues, three firefighters receive lifesaving awards.
TWRA reports two fatalities over holiday weekend, water park possible in next three years, Bees crowned state champs.
Appeals court affirms ruling in Bee Rock lawsuit, Police Station ribbon cutting, and planners consider Lovelady Road subdivision.
Three fatal vehicle accidents, proposed Cookeville budget contains largest pay raise in city history, Raising Cane opens Friday.
Retired TTU President Angelo Volpe dies, study confirms sufficient demand for commercial air service, Upperman gets a new principal.
Primary election results, a 13 year-old girl was hit by a truck in front of CPAC and a Cookeville Firefighter has won the title of Fittest Firefighter in the world!
Man pleads guilty to vehicular homicide, commercial air service study expected soon, hotels may be coming to the proposed location of the expo center.
Cookeville man arrested for counterfeit drugs, Early Voting begins today, and CPD announces sobriety checkpoint.
In the news, just one day remains for candidates to get their names on the ballot for the August 4th municipal elections in Putnam County; a new grocery store is now open; and March construction in Cookeville tops ten million dollars.
In the news, an "urban living" development may be coming to Cookeville; retired Putnam County teachers are stepping up to help address staffing shortages; and a Cookeville man is facing a number of charges after leading officers on a chase through two counties.
In the news, human remains found near Window Cliffs State Park have now been identified, a hearing was held Tuesday in a Putnam County murder case, and a well-known local historian has passed away.
COVID numbers down to six at CRMC plus the hospital teams with other TN hospitals to help Ukraine and a beloved business will close its door the end of the month.
In the news, the mayor of Monterey resigns, a new business is moving into the old Cookeville KMart store, and the Republican Party has disqualified a candidate from running in their primary.
In the news, another candidate enters the Cookeville City Council race, litigation continues over access to Bee Rock; and a rezoning in south Cookeville is recommended for approval, in spite of opposition from neighbors.
In the news, Putnam County is looking to expand broadband internet service to everyone, Cookeville police are cracking down on cellphone use by drivers, and a threat at Cookeville High School is deemed to be a hoax.
In the news, an accidental shooting has led to charges against a Cookeville man, a family pet perishes in a house fire, and more candidates are showing interest in the 2022 elections.
A Cookeville woman has been murdered and her fiance is in custody, the race for Cookeville city council began this week as candidates started picking up qualifying petitions, and the sheriff’s department is asking for help to find a missing teenage girl.
In the news, a complaint about a building at Tennessee Tech prompts a response from the state, Putnam County's Redistricting Committee is recommending that the county pursue an updated private act concerning the election of school board members, and the Monterey Board has voted on where the town’s voting wards should be. Plus, why does a groundhog tell us the weather?
This week's podcast features a murder confession, a couple who can barely afford to survive, and naming a new school.
Graphic description of alleged murder during testimony, Putnam County sells "Shoney's Hill" property and beloved Cookeville business owner killed in crash.
All about snow days and potholes, the airport is considering commercial flights and the latest COVID numbers.
Putnam County is seeing a spike in COVID cases, interest is picking up in the 2022 elections, and we’ll tell you about the first baby born this year at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
Another dozen potential candidates have picked up petitions from the Putnam County Election Commission to seek elected office in 2022.
**Cookeville Regional Medical Center staff were caring for 37 COVID-19 patients as of Tuesday; only seven of those were vaccinated.
The Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency is teaming up with Tri Star Beverage and the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office to provide safe rides home this New Year’s Eve.**
The 2022 election season has begun, the county commission has approved an increase in rates for the ambulance service, and a group in the West End of Cookeville is coming together to help preserve their community.
Putnam County residents are stepping up to help victims of the tornados in Western Kentucky, nearly 2,000 kids will be helped through the annual Toys for Tots campaign; and a caboose that had been at the Cookeville Depot has found a new home.
A bond reduction has been denied for a teenager accused of participating in a murder, criminal charges have been dismissed against a retired Cookeville fire captain, and a YouTuber has helped resolve a 21-year-old missing persons case.
The school board is talking about the best way to construct a new K-8 school; a granite business is bringing new jobs to Baxter; and a Kentucky murder suspect is arrested in Cookeville, plus the details on Christmas festivities tonight and this weekend.
Two suspects have been arraigned on charges of murdering a Putnam County couple, the hospital has updated its policy on visitors, and there’s an incentive being offered to those who want to support local businesses with their holiday shopping this year.
Cookeville Regional Medical Center has implemented a vaccination mandate for its employees, the Putnam County Commission has adopted a redistricting plan plus the details on Tuesday's multi semi-truck accident on I-40.
Putnam County honors its veterans; the sheriff’s department used K9s and helicopters to track down a suspect Tuesday. Plus, the school board has received an update on a new K-8 school.
The county’s redistricting proposal has hit a snag, the city of Cookeville is discussing what should be done about a private swimming pool that’s been built on city property, and vaccinations are being credited for a reduction in COVID numbers. Plus, this weekend's entertainment, and it is time to change...the time.
Prosecutors are moving forward with the trial of a Putnam County murder defendant; the Putnam County Commission will be given two options when it comes to redistricting; and a new business is planned for the old truck stop on Highway 111.
It's been another month of positive sales tax collections in Putnam County, the Cookeville city council will once again be discussing an aquatics center, and an apparent case of nervousness leads to an arrest by the THP, plus this weekend's events and sports highlights.
A story of hope from a formerly homeless woman, the latest COVID numbers and 10th Street is getting a makeover.
The number of COVID cases at Cookeville Regional Medical Center has increased slightly, but the overall trend is going down; the Cookeville city council will once again be discussing homelessness; and some professors have filed a lawsuit against Tennessee Tech.
In the news, an off-duty Cookeville police officer has been seriously injured in a crash; more COVID deaths have been reported, but hospitalizations are trending down; and another mental evaluation has been ordered for a Putnam County murder suspect. Plus, a look at scary fun for the weekend and the month of October!
CRMC has plans to expand, COVID-related updates regarding recent deaths, infections, and school food supplies, and TTU has made the list for great schools again.
In the headlines,Cookeville healthcare providers are talking about COVID-19 and the need for vaccination; disagreements come up as redistricting continues; and maintenance work is reducing 1-40 to one lane.
In the headlines, the number of COVID patients in Cookeville Regional Medical Center jumped over the holiday weekend to record levels; some folks are taking to social media to tell their COVID stories; and a World War II veteran takes a “Dream Flight.”
The Cookeville city council is discussing whether tax dollars should be used to purchase flood-prone property; a man convicted of murder decades ago is seeking DNA and fingerprint analysis in his case. and two community icons have passed away.
Details on COVID spike from CRMC and the school system, the Putnam County Jail Expansion and great things coming to Monterey's Meadow Creek Park.
Find out all about the talks about bringing an ice rink or water park to the area, hear the latest rapidly rising COVID numbers and local sports are getting back in gear.
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Climbing COVID numbers, phone scammers, an arrest for attempting to burn down a house and husband with a firecracker, a big win for the CHS golf teams and find out what a paludarium is and why you want one. And more. Always more.
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Listen for the latest in Putnam County redistricting, COVID cases in Tennessee have dramatically increased over the past week and the Putnam County Fair is going strong.
Listen for details on this coming tax free weekend, a couple who overcame homelessness, drug problems and panhandling turns their lives around, and details on this weekend's entertainment options including the Putnam County Fair.
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This week's episode has details on rape charges, budgeting a new school and a new building for the jail, Tennessee Tech sports, a list of the first full day of school for Putnam and surrounding counties, plus entertainment for this coming weekend.
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Find out more details on the biggest stories of the past week including a kidnapping, city news for Baxter and Monterey and a look ahead to this weekend's entertainment options and 4th of July news too.
Get a quick review on all the big stories from the past week including the drug sting that led to 35 indictments, a possible new city ordinance and a family's COVID story, plus, a look at your entertainment choices for this coming weekend.
This week's podcast covers the June 10 public hearing about CRMC's $344 budget, details on a few fires over the past week, this area's most common causes for arrest, TTU news and so much to do this weekend you won't want to miss a thing. For more details on all these stories and many others, subscribe to the digital and physical copies of the paper at www.herald-citizen.com.
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Listen to all the major stories from the Herald-Citizen over the past week including criminal activity, city plans, sports, COVID updates and events this Memorial Day weekend.
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