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NEXT STEP FOR CRAIN STREET: ON-SITE MEETING PLANNED

October 11, 2025

MONTEREY, Tenn. — The Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen agreed Monday night to revisit safety concerns on Crain Street, where residents say...

Monterey Mayor Alex Garcia (left) and council members review the October meeting agenda at City Hall. The board discussed topics ranging from street safety to new signage and grant approvals.

Monterey Council Tackles Speeding, Lawsuit, and Local Upgrades

October 11, 2025

MONTEREY, Tenn. — Residents gathered at Town Hall on Monday evening as the Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen discussed issues ranging from...

Scenes from Senator Paul Bailey’s 4th Annual Cowboy Cookout

October 11, 2025

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Faith, Family & Freedom Unite at Rose Family Farm Fish Fry Photo...

October 11, 2025

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NO UNMUFFLERED JAKE BRAKING: WHAT DRIVERS SHOULD KNOW

October 11, 2025

MONTEREY, Tenn. — Truck drivers passing through Monterey will soon see new reminders about noise enforcement, as the town moves to post signs...

INSIDE THE RIVERKEEPER LAWSUIT: WHAT MONTEREY’S SETTLEMENT MEANS

October 11, 2025

MONTEREY, Tenn. — The Town of Monterey has formally closed its chapter in a long-running environmental case with Tennessee Riverkeeper, voting 7–1...

THDA GRANT: WHAT IT MEANS FOR HOMEOWNERS IN MONTEREY

October 11, 2025

MONTEREY, Tenn. — Homeowners in Monterey could soon receive help repairing or rehabilitating their homes, thanks to a newly awarded $540,000...

Faith, Family and Freedom Unite at Rose Family Farm Fish Fry Photo...

October 10, 2025

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Faith, Family and Freedom Unite at Rose Family Farm Fish Fry Photo...

October 10, 2025

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Tennesseans from across the state packed the 5th Annual Rose Family Farm Fish Fry in Lancaster, celebrating faith, family, and freedom with Congressman John Rose, his wife Chelsea, and their sons. The event featured Helen’s Restaurant’s famous fried catfish, live bluegrass by Conspiracy to Kill a Possum, and remarks from leaders. More than 1,000 guests from West, Middle, and East Tennessee gathered under the big white tent to show support for Rose’s campaign for Governor and the shared values that make Tennessee strong.

Generations of Faith, Family, and Farming: The Legacy Behind the...

October 10, 2025

LANCASTER, Tenn. — Late last month, neighbors from across Tennessee gathered beneath the rolling hills of Smith County for Congressman John Rose’s...

State Senator Paul Bailey’s Cowboy Cookout: Faith, Friends, and...

October 10, 2025

WHITE COUNTY, Tenn. — Every fall, there’s one event Herbert and I look forward to as much as any homecoming or harvest festival — State Senator...

COOKEVILLE CITY COUNCIL: Meeting moves to basement, covers zoning,...

September 20, 2025

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — The Cookeville City Council met Thursday evening in a relocated setting, moving from its usual chamber to the basement of city...

DEPOT STREET PROJECT: Public meetings begin this month as city...

September 20, 2025

The future of downtown Cookeville is beginning to take shape — and city leaders say it’s the public’s turn to weigh in.The Cookeville City Council...

Seated from left: Candi Wilkins, Sara Shaw, Michele Honeycutt, Jennifer Murphy
Standing from left: Cindy Strong, Lisa Scott, Nicole Rece

From Lever Machines to Paper Trails: Honeycutt Retires After 28...

September 20, 2025

With nearly 28 years in the election office, Michele Honeycutt has announced her retirement.Honeycutt first shared her retirement plans with...

Sheriff Eddie Farris Announces His Re-Election Bid

September 8, 2025

Sheriff Eddie Farris has officially announced his intention to seek re-election in 2026 to continue serving as Sheriff of Putnam County.Sheriff...

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