Putnam/Cookeville: Cookeville High School Football Media Day 7-16

Open to the Public!

Thursday, July 16
Gate Opens: 5:00 PM

Come Meet the Team!

Get your picture made with your favorite Cavalier football player!

Available for Purchase:

Season Tickets
Parking Passes – $25
Official CHS Football Swag

Support the Cavaliers and get ready for an exciting season!

Rutherford/Murfreesboro: Popsicles On The Patio Cancelled This Wednesday

 

Rutherford/La Vergne: Fergus Road Closing Rescheduled To Wednesday July 15

 

United Way: Catalyst Program Deadline July 17

 

Ready to grow your leadership skills while making a difference in your community?

Applications for United Way of South Central Tennessee's 2026 Catalyst Program are open through July 17.

Catalyst is a nine-month leadership development program that prepares individuals for volunteer leadership in the nonprofit sector through hands-on learning, networking, and training in nonprofit governance and fundraising.

Swipe to learn more about the program and see if Catalyst is right for you. Then visit yourlocaluw.org/catalyst to apply before the deadline.

UT Extension: UT/TSU Extension Gives Tips On Grocery Budgets

 

AAA: Gas Prices Rise 13 Cents

 

Gas prices across the state reversed course and moved more expensive over last week. Tennessee gas prices rose 13 cents, on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.49 which is 14 cents less expensive than one month ago but 69 cents more expensive than one year ago.  

"Crude oil prices are facing renewed upward pressure after tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated recently," said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman for AAA - The Auto Club Group. "Given the shift in crude oil prices, it's likely we'll continue to see gas price fluctuations across the state again this week." 

National Gas Prices

Gas prices are going up again, as the future of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains uncertain. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up 8 cents last week to $3.87 after steadily dropping since late May. Crude oil prices are currently in the $70 per barrel range but could rise if volatility lingers along the Strait of Hormuz. Prices are still lower than they were in the spring when the national average peaked at $4.56 on May 21.  

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased last week from 9.13 million b/d to 8.84 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 214 million barrels to 212.1 million. Gasoline production decreased last week, averaging 9.7 million barrels per day. 

National Oil Market Dynamics

At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI rose $3.08 to settle at $73.52 a barrel. The EIA reports that crude oil inventories increased by 3 million barrels from the previous week. At 411.4 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 6% below the five-year average for this time of year. 

 Tennessee Regional Prices 

• Most expensive metro markets - Nashville ($3.55), Jackson ($3.53), Cleveland ($3.51)
• Least expensive metro markets - Clarksville ($3.39), Morristown ($3.43), Knoxville ($3.44) 

Warren/McMinnville: Survey Posted For Gauging Interest In Curbside Recycling

 Shape the Future of Recycling in McMinnville!

Your voice matters as McMinnville explores the possibility of bringing curbside recycling to our community. We are considering a no-cost, no-sort curbside recycling program for cardboard, glass, tin, and aluminum, and we need your input to make it a reality.

Participation in this survey is key to understanding how many residents are interested in opting in to this potential service if it becomes available. Your feedback will directly inform city leadership as we review the feasibility and logistics of implementing this program. Together, we can evaluate how best to invest in the long-term health and well-being of our shared community and ensure thoughtful, responsive decision-making.

Please take a few moments to make your voice heard and let us know if you would opt-in. Your opinion truly makes a difference!

https://engage.zencity.io/mcminnville-tn/en/engagements/c4378f00-bff2-48e6-abd8-030cd843cd84

Rutherford/Murfreesboro: Dine To Donate Event For Rutherford County Sheriff's Office Thursday 7-16

 Support Sheriff’s SCAN, Cadets and Sheriff’s Citizens Academy at Texas Roadhouse

Residents may enjoy a meal next Thursday at Texas Roadhouse where the restaurant will donate 10 percent of the meal to Sheriff’s Office activities for senior citizens, teens and citizens.

The event kicks off at 2 p.m. where Sheriff’s deputies will participate in a rib eating contest with Murfreesboro Police Department officers and Rutherford County Emergency Medical Services paramedics.

Competitors will be judged on how fast they can eat four ribs.

Ten percent of the food purchases between 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Texas Roadhouse at 116 John R. Rice Blvd. will be donated to the Sheriff’s Senior Citizens Awareness Network to help senior citizens, the Cadets for teens to learn about law enforcement and the Sheriff’s Citizens Academy for residents to learn about Sheriff’s Office operations.

Diners must bring a copy or screen shot of this flyer on Facebook to qualify for the 10 percent donation.

Tennessee Senior Medicare Patrol: Cost Saving Checklist For Seniors

 Worried about the high cost of your medications? Relief is here! With Part D’s $2,100 out-of-pocket cap and lower prices on 10 major drugs in 2026, there are more ways than ever to save. Did you know you might qualify for the Extra Help program, which can pay your Part D premium and lower your drug costs? Or that many states offer State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs) to help with premiums, deductibles, or copays? You can also ask your doctor about generic alternatives or check out discount programs like GoodRx or NeedyMeds. Discover these and more ways to cut your costs today. Call the Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program at 1-877-801-0044 for more information

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Coffee/Manchester: Volunteers Needed For Manchester Government

 Volunteers needed, apply here: https://cityofmanchestertn.com/.../CITIZEN-PARTICIPATION...

Warren/McMinnville: Police Hosting Surplus Sale

 The City of McMinnville Police Department currently has three surplus vehicles available through an online GovDeals auction!

If you're in the market for a used vehicle—or you're interested in browsing other surplus items—now is a great time to take a look. Bidding is open, but it won't last long.

Current vehicles include:

• 2011 Chevrolet Impala

• 2003 Chevrolet Blazer

• 2016 Ford Taurus

View the auctions and place your bids here: https://ayrs.io/u6S0Vx

Don't wait—bidding ends soon!

Good luck, and happy bidding!