As the nation observes Mental Health Awareness Month, a local mental health expert said she is concerned with the lack of accessible, affordable mental health services in the Upper Cumberland. Counselor Denise Maynard said affordability and accessibility issues are "a huge problem." Maynard said along with th...

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office will host its annual memorial service Tuesday morning to honor five deputies who lost their lives in the line of duty. Sheriff Eddie Farris said the local event coincides with National Police Week and National Peace Officers Memorial Day, which was established by President John Kenned...

The Putnam County Fair Board announced the 100th annual Putnam County Fair will be held at the old Putnam County Fairgrounds in Cookeville from July 30 through August 8. Putnam County Fair Board President Brenda Gentry said the board voted this week to return to the historic location to provide the community a final op...

Medical experts are advising Tennessee residents to take specific precautions against tick-borne illnesses as outdoor activity increases during the spring and summer months. Dr. Samantha McLerran is the Cookeville Regional Emergency Department Medical Director. McLerran said most tick bites do not result in illness. M...

Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said the expansion of the Putnam County Library's Cookeville branch currently on schedule to meet its October completion deadline. Porter said the construction crew has successfully completed the foundation and block work for the new addition after digging down to the basement level. Po...