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Cookeville Mother’s Day Out Celebrates 50 Years
First Baptist Church Cookeville Mother’s Day Out program celebrates 50 years of operation this month. The twice-a-week program teaches children the bible while preparing them for kindergarten. Program’s Co-Director Linda Huddleston said that in her 35 years of serving, she has focused on children’s needs. “We are...
Nigerian Intern Revolutionizes Cookeville City Cemetery with Digital Mapping Project
In a move towards digitizing history and simplifying the way we honor the departed, the City of Cookeville's latest project has turned a traditional cemetery into a digitally navigable ground; thanks to an international intellect's tech-savvy intervention, the Cookeville City Cemetery is stepping into the modern age with an updated GIS application.
CRMC Stroke Center Honored For Its Care
Cookeville Regional Medical Center honored for ensuring stroke patients receive appropriate care. The American Heart Association awarded Cookeville Regional “The Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.” Stroke Center Joint Commission Coordinator Randi Stafford said receiving the award reflects the hard work the Stroke Center staff puts into taking care of stroke patients. Stafford said the hospital has emphasized stroke patients as they saw over 800 cases of strokes in 2023.
Anti Methadone group planning another community meeting in Putnam
Group recently mailed a flyer on nine different routes across the county to 5,639 residences. The discussion on whether a Methadone clinic should take up shop in Putnam County (in a building where children train for sports no less) is once again taking shape as the anti-methadone clinic group responsible for several signs across the county has another meeting planned.
Beshear defends Kentucky school district scrutinized for advocating against school choice measure
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman is putting all public school districts on notice, saying their tax dollars cannot be used for political advocacy. This comes as Pulaski County Schools in Somerset, Kentucky, two hours southeast of Louisville, has taken down a heavily scrutinized social media post reading, "No on Amendment 2."
Sheriff IDs suspect in burglary at Trump campaign office
LOUDON COUNTY, Virginia —Law enforcement have identified a suspect and a warrant has been issued for the burglary at Trump Campaign Headquarters, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies also secured a warrant for the arrest of Toby Shane Kessler, 39, on the charge of Burglary; Entering...
RSPD arrests man on drug charges
A Russell Springs man was arrested yesterday evening on drug charges. According to reports, 29-year-old Taylor C. Grider of Russell Springs was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, public intoxication of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, terroristic threatening third degree and resisting arrest. Grider was arrested by...
Robertson selected as new Jamestown Council member
Gail Robertson, wife of the late Terry Robertson, was sworn in as the newest member of the Jamestown City Council last night. Terry served on the council for more than 20 years. He passed away last month at the age of 68. Mayor Regena Hinton spoke to WJRS News about...
Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on West Hwy 80
Russell Springs, KY – On Thursday, August 15, 2024, at approximately 3:33 PM, the Russell Springs Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at a residence located at 2517 West Highway 80. Fourteen volunteer firefighters arrived on the scene, where they quickly contained and extinguished the fire, which was primarily located in the kitchen area of the home.
Narcotics search warrant leads to four arrest
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Tenn. (WYMT) - On Wednesday, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Department arrested four people after executing a narcotics search warrant in LaFollette. The warrant was for the home of Amber Tilson, 42, and Canyon Anderson, 27 at 647 South Sudenny Lane. Amber Renea Tilson, 42, was arrested for...
Lady Redhounds show improvement during 4-3 loss to Somerset
SOMERSET — The Corbin Lady Redhounds didn’t get a win on Thursday, but they held their own before falling, 4-3, to Somerset. Emely Colchado, Revi Sell, and Brylei McKee scored in the loss while Katie Morton had an assist. “We played much better offensively than we did in...
Redhounds drop season-opening 8-0 decision to Somerset
CORBIN — When it rains, it pours. Nothing much went right during Corbin’s season-opening loss to Somerset on Thursday. The Redhounds fell behind 5-0 after a half of play before surrendering three more goals, the Briar Jumpers wrapped up an 8-0 win in 72 minutes. With seven starters...
Adair County Fiscal Court: Ladies Shoe Commodities
The Adair County Fiscal Court has received a large shipment of commodities consisting of ladies shoes/boots only. Shoe sizes range from size 6 to size 12. Boots/Shoes will be handed out on a first come first serve basis on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. CT at the Jim Blair Center, located at 901 Hudson St., Columbia, KY 42728.
Rotary Club of Farragut wants you to nominate a ‘hidden hero’
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Rotary Club of Farragut has created a Hidden Hero Award to highlight community members who help others. Anyone can make a nomination but the nominee must work, live or serve in Knox County. “The Hidden Hero Award is our way to honor individuals in our...
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