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Borden’s Jewelry in Cookeville closing
Loss will be a blow to both the economy and the community. Monday morning, one of the longest standing businesses in Putnam County announced its closure. Bordens Jewelry, which opened its doors in 1900 and is considered “Cookeville’s Premier Jeweler” announced it would close the doors to its 135 East Broad Street, Cookeville location. It is the end of an era in Putnam County.
Earl Reed gets into shoving match with boyfriend during argument
21-year-old Earl Reed was involved in a domestic altercation with his boyfriend, Prince Bullock, at their Cedar Court residence on August 4th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Reed about the incident. Reed told officers that he and Bullock were in the middle of having a good night when they got into an argument. Reed stated that during the argument, they got physical and started pushing each other.
Yaroslav Askarov requests trade: 5 possible landing spots
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BVM) – August is always a slow month in the NHL offseason, but there was some excitement Monday morning. Nashville Predators goaltender prospect Yaroslav Askarov requested a trade from the organization while also declaring that he would not report to the team’s minor-league affiliate. The 22-year-old...
Tazewell Police Chief adding to his leadership role
Congratulations to Tazewell Police Chief Jeremy Myers who was recently sworn in to the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police board of directors for District 2 which covers Blount, Claiborne, Grainger, Hamblen, Hancock, Jefferson, Knox, Sevier, and Union counties. The Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police was created August 12, 1970 by a group of […] The post Tazewell Police Chief adding to his leadership role appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
35-year sentence for man arrested in Oak Grove for kidnapping, ransom
A Texas man will spend 35 years in a federal prison after kidnapping a Kentucky woman and transporting a minor across state lines. The sentence was handed down this week for 42-year-old Bryan Conley. In 2018, he created a fake online dating profile where he offered money and property to lure a minor from Ohio. The minor met up with Conley in Tennessee. He took the minor to Texas, stealing her purse and phone and abandoning her.
WEATHER 8-21-22-2024 More Nice Temps
Enjoy these nice temps as they will give way to more summer-like conditions by the weekend. Sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Thursday. Sunny, with a high near 89. East northeast...
Tennessee DCS workers can be held liable for role in taking kids from parents after traffic stop
Three employees of the Department of Children’s Services can be held liable for their conduct after a traffic stop led to five small children being taken from their mother last year, a federal judge ruled. The court’s decision comes in a civil lawsuit brought by Bianca Clayborne on behalf of herself and her five children, […]
Brad Paisley’s Wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Opens Up About Overcoming a Major Health Issue
Kimberly Williams-Paisley, actress and wife of country superstar Brad Paisley, reveals she’s been “going through a thing.” In a new social media post, the actress, New York Times bestselling author, and entrepreneur shares a positive and honest health update. Her statement begins by sharing details from an...
TDOT: Construction on I-640 nears completion, with more lanes open to traffic
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Soon, work on I-640 will be complete and drivers will be able to navigate the road without traffic cones lining the [highway, according to state transportation leaders. The Tennessee Department of Transportation previously said it aimed to finish construction on the road by Aug. 31. The...
Over $393 Million Secured for the New I-55 Bridge!
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A new I-55 bridge will replace the current, aging bridge that crosses the Mississippi River, state and federal officials announced Friday. Congressman Steve Cohen announced on Friday that the Tennessee and Arkansas Departments of Transportation secured over $393 million for the new I-55 bridge, which will be known as “America’s River Crossing.”
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