Ragland Bottom Day Use Beach Reopens
The Ragland Bottom Day Use Beach in Smithville reopened on Monday The Center Hill Lake recreation area closed last week due to elevated levels of E. Coli. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said non-migrant geese droppings caused the bacteria levels to rise. Officials said measures will be taken to prevent future occurrences. “Visitors are […]
Monterey A Step Closer To Passing Budget
Monterey aldermen approved a new budget on first and second reading Monday night. Mayor Bill Wiggins said he’s happy to see the board agree on the budget, but concerned about the timing. “It’s been a deliberative process and finally we’ve come up with a first and second reading approval of what seems to be a […]
Smithville Hires New Airport Manager
The City of Smithville has hired Michael Carpenter as Smithville Municipal Airport’s newest manager. Carpenter said he looks forward to the opportunity. “I’m very excited. A lot needs to be done,” Carpenter said. “We have a great airport community, but I think we need to improve our facilities somewhat. There’s a lot of things we […]
Livingston Appoints Dodson New Vice-Mayor
The Livingston Board of Aldermen and Mayor appointed Ken Dodson as the new Vice-Mayor Monday. Mayor Curtis Hayes said Dodson will take the place of former Vice-Mayor Bill Winningham. “My old buddy, vice-mayor Bill Winningham, a dear friend of mine, I miss him dearly,” Hayes said. “This was someone that, he and Chris Speck is […]
