Clay County Mayor: Jail Project Moving Forward
Work on Clay County’s new jail proposal continues as inspection of the property is set to begin within the next week. Clay County Mayor Dale Reagan said it could take some time before the project is completed. “This is a long, drawn-out process,” Reagan said. “It’s going to be several months yet, but you’ve got […]
Crossville Lieutenant Relieved of Duties
Crossville City Police Lieutenant Bart Riden was relieved of his duties Friday. That according to Captain Brian Eckelson. “What I have in my paperwork is that Lieutenant Bart Riden was relieved of his duties, in reference to a violation of city policy and conduct unbecoming of an officer,” Eckleson said. TBI Public Information Officer Josh […]
Algood Farmer’s Market Awaits New Plans
The Algood Farmer’s Market project needs the new drawings to proceed with the building process. Algood Mayor Kirk Dyer said he can not give a definite finish date for the market. “However, if we approve those drawings at next month’s meeting and get this going, we can actually let this out to bid in August,” […]
Wright Found in Possession of Illegal Drugs and Counterfeit Money
Authorities have charged a Putnam County man with possession of illegal substances and counterfeit money. During a search of the home of 19-year-old Xavier Wright last week, authorities found approximately five grams of a powdery white substance believed to be crack cocaine. Investigators found half a pound of marijuana with scales and baggies as well. Wright also reportedly had […]
Easement Phase Nearly Complete For Algood Water/Sewer Project
The easement phase for Algood’s water and sewer enhancement project will soon be completed. “Director Jones and I made a run last Friday to try to wrap up some easements,” City Administrator Keith Morrison said. “We did gain some more easements and we are very near complete on that. As soon as those easements are […]
Butler Charged with Theft of Money and Medication from Elders
Authorities have accused the owner of Senior Lifestyles with theft of medication and money from elderly residents. According to warrants, Stephanie Butler committed a series of crimes including theft and elder abuse while she was the operator of Senior Lifestyles. The warrants said Butler reportedly abused one elderly resident by stealing his prescribed Oxycodone. On […]
Crossville Man Accused Of Killing Aunt
A Crossville man faces charges for allegedly killing his aunt Sunday. Authorities accuse 37-year-old Stacey Dwight Austin of killing 55-year-old Teresa Faye Austin at her home on Neverfail Road in Sparta. According to a TBI press release, deputies found Teresa Austin’s body in the front yard of her home Sunday afternoon. During the course of […]
Law Must Change In Order For Restaurant Tax To Be Implemented
Cumberland County will have to ask the state for permission to implement a 1-percent restaurant privilege tax. The county wants to implement the tax as a way to generate funding for the proposed expo center. According to Crossville Attorney Will Ridley, state law says municipalities can only charge the tax if located in a county […]
Putnam County Expected To See increase In Tax Revenue
Putnam County’s penny rate has increased and will help generate more than $1.2 million in additional tax revenue next fiscal year. That according to figures provided by Putnam County Assessor of Property Steve Pierce. Pierce said each penny of the county’s property tax rate should generate $162,300. If the county keeps the property tax rate […]
McMinnville Man Dies From Injuries Sustained In Crash
A McMinnville man has died from injuries sustained in a two vehicle crash last Thursday. 18-year-old Braxton Moody died over the weekend at Chattanooga’s Erlanger Hospital. Moody suffered injuries Thursday when his pickup truck crossed the center line on highway 8 and sideswiped an oncoming semi truck. The Tennessee Highway Patrol said the pickup landed […]
