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Robertson County: Prioritizing Profit Over Preservation
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Robertson County: Prioritizing Profit Over Preservation

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • December 2, 2024

The Robertson County Planning Commission is facing sharp criticism from citizens, particularly in White House, over proposed developments that threaten to erode the character of […]

Historic Turnout in Coopertown Election as Jeff Smith Wins in a Landslide
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Historic Turnout in Coopertown Election as Jeff Smith Wins in a Landslide

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • November 7, 2024

A hotly contested Presidential race and significant community involvement in the local races likely contributed to the unprecedented voter turnout in the 2024 election. Citizens […]

A New Chapter for Coopertown: Smith, Rundle, and Mason Elected to Lead
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A New Chapter for Coopertown: Smith, Rundle, and Mason Elected to Lead

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • November 6, 2024

Coopertown voters have spoken, electing Jeff Smith as Mayor, with Tim Mason as Ward 1 Alderman and Candace Rundle as Ward 2 Alderman. The newly […]

Election Day in Coopertown: A Vote for the Future
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Election Day in Coopertown: A Vote for the Future

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • November 5, 2024

Today, November 5th, 2024, is Election Day in Coopertown, and it’s a pivotal moment for our community. Residents have the opportunity to elect a new […]

Petition to Un-incorporate Fails Again
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Petition to Un-incorporate Fails Again

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 8, 2024

Petition to Surrender Coopertown City Charter Fails Again For the third time in recent history, a petition to get the question of surrendering Coopertown’s city […]

Surrendering the Charter
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Surrendering the Charter

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 3, 2024

Why Surrendering the Charter of Coopertown Is a Bad Idea Coopertown, known for its rich history and strong community spirit, is facing a challenge that […]

The History of Coopertown
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The History of Coopertown

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 2, 2024

The History of Coopertown: From Early Settlement to Incorporation in 1996 Nestled in the scenic landscape of Robertson County, TN, Coopertown boasts a rich history […]

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  • BOMA Approves First Reading of Controversial Hwy 49 Rezoning Despite Public Outcry
  • Show Up for Coopertown: Why September 23 Matters
  • Petition Results Show Strong, Town-Wide Opposition to HWY 49 Rezoning
  • John Edwards – “Keeping Robertson County Miles from Ordinary”
  • UPDATE: Rezoning Request for Highway 49 Parcel Returns to BOMA Agenda on September 23

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UPDATE: Rezoning Request for Highway 49 Parcel Returns to BOMA Agenda on September 23

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 14, 2025
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The controversial proposal to rezone a 48.5-acre parcel along Highway 49—directly adjacent to Oak Pointe—from Agricultural (AG) to Mixed Use Residential/Commercial (MURC) is officially back on the table. After being…

UPDATE: Rezoning Vote Tabled—Next Steps for Concerned Residents

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • July 10, 2025
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The highly anticipated first reading and vote on the proposed rezoning of the 48.5-acre parcel adjacent to Oak Pointe has been unexpectedly tabled according to the Coopertown website. The board…

HWY 49 Mixed Use Rezoning Proposal on the Agenda at July 22 BOMA Meeting

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • July 9, 2025
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Residents Urged to Voice Concerns and Sign Petition Opposing Mixed-Use Development The Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) will convene on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Coopertown's…

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BOMA Approves First Reading of Controversial Hwy 49 Rezoning Despite Public Outcry

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 23, 2025
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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted 3–2 Tuesday night to approve the first reading of a controversial request to rezone a 48.5-acre parcel on Highway 49 from Agricultural (AG)…

Show Up for Coopertown: Why September 23 Matters

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 19, 2025
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By a Concerned Neighbor Coopertown is at a crossroads. On Tuesday, September 23 at 6:00 PM at PVVFD Fire Station 5, the Board of Mayor & Aldermen will take up…

Petition Results Show Strong, Town-Wide Opposition to HWY 49 Rezoning

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • September 18, 2025
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An informal citizen organized petition opposing the proposed rezoning of 48.5 acres on Highway 49 from Agricultural (AG) to Mixed Use Residential/Commercial (MURC) has gathered 240 signatures, with 170 verified…

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Robertson County: Prioritizing Profit Over Preservation

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • December 2, 2024
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The Robertson County Planning Commission is facing sharp criticism from citizens, particularly in White House, over proposed developments that threaten to erode the character of their community. The Responsible Growth…

Historic Turnout in Coopertown Election as Jeff Smith Wins in a Landslide

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • November 7, 2024
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A hotly contested Presidential race and significant community involvement in the local races likely contributed to the unprecedented voter turnout in the 2024 election. Citizens showed up in record numbers…

A New Chapter for Coopertown: Smith, Rundle, and Mason Elected to Lead

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • November 6, 2024
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Coopertown voters have spoken, electing Jeff Smith as Mayor, with Tim Mason as Ward 1 Alderman and Candace Rundle as Ward 2 Alderman. The newly elected leaders share a commitment…

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Editorial: Balancing Growth, Services, and Identity — A Thankless but Crucial Job for Coopertown’s Leaders

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • May 21, 2025
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As tensions surrounding development boil to the surface once again, it’s easy to cast blame, point fingers, or wish things were different, or harken back to simpler times. And while…

BOMA Approves Woods Road Rezoning First Reading Amid Concerns Over Growth and Oversight

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • May 21, 2025
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The Coopertown Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) voted Monday evening to approve the first reading of a rezoning request for 15 acres on Woods Road, changing the classification from…

Op-Ed: I Believe in Property Rights—But This Rezoning Is Still Wrong for Coopertown

  • Coopertown Times Editor
  • May 20, 2025
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I’m going to be honest—this one’s hard for me. At my core, I believe in property rights. If you own land, you should generally have the freedom to use it…

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