Baxter Approves Annexation, Commercial Zoning Request For Property
Baxter officials have approved an annexation for a piece of property that could eventually be a commercial development. Mayor John Martin said the Nashville Highway property sits right beside Potters Ace Home Center. “It’s a great area for retail, restaurants, grocery stores or whatever,” Martin said. “There’s enough room for that as well.” The board […]
McMinnville Man Arrested After Fleeing From Police
McMinnville Police arrested a 23-year-old man Saturday for allegedly pointing a rifle at officers. Police have charged Samuel Tanner with aggravated assault and theft of property. According to officials at the McMinnville Police Department, officers responded to a Beersheba Road home after Tanner showed up with a rifle. Tanner allegedly pointed the rifle at responding […]
Indoor Pool Being Discussed In McMinnville
An indoor pool may be in store for McMinnville residents. City Administrator Bill Brock said the idea will be the next step in a project to remodel the McMinnville Civic Center. “That’s something that’s really had a lot of interest here in the community,” Brock said. “Once they (the board) get the finals on the […]
Fentress County to Purchase Fuel System, Tractor
The Fentress County Highway Department plans to purchase a new fuel system and tractor with a three-year capital outlay note. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the department has used the current fuel system for about 30 years. “It has started leaking water and drudge and sand and stuff into the bottom of it someway. And […]
Putnam Commission to Consider New Jail Health System Monday
Putnam County Commissioners will consider a new healthcare contract for the county jail Monday. The county’s Fiscal Review Committee approved a budget amendment for the sheriff’s office last week to cover the contract, doubling their budget to $1.3 million. Commissioner Cindy Adams says the county will need to consider ways to potentially lower costs before […]
