ACLU Sues Smith County Schools For Using Prayer In School
A federal lawsuit accuses the Smith County School System of regularly incorporating prayer into school events. The American Civil Liberties Union filed the lawsuit Monday. Brought on behalf of two families, the complaint alleges that school officials proselytize students in violation of the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The plaintiffs […]
TWRA Wants Hunters To Review Safety Tips
In the wake of a hunting accident earlier this month, The TWRA is asking hunters to review hunting safety tips. Wildlife Information Specialist Mimi Barnes said one big rule is to wear bright orange when you’re out in the woods. “That hunter safety orange, everybody is aware of it and everybody knows it,” Barnes said. […]
Monterey Man Facing Cocaine Charge
A Monterey man has posted $25,000 bond following his Monday morning drug arrest. The Algood Police Department charged Travis Ray Greer with possession of a controlled substance. A search of his vehicle yielded 13-grams of a white powder that tested positive for cocaine. An arrest warrant said officers came in contact with Greer after conducting […]
Crossville Man Dead Following Sunday Morning Shooting
A Crossville man has died following a Sunday morning shooting in Northern Cumberland County. Doctors pronounced 39-year-old Travis Sinard dead at a regional trauma center Monday morning. Officials said his body remains on life support pending organ donor procedures. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said Sinard suffered gunshot wounds during a domestic altercation. A press […]
Tractor Trailer Catches Fire In Putnam County
No injuries occurred after a tractor trailer caught fire in Putnam County Monday morning. The Putnam County Fire Department responded to Interstate 40 eastbound at mile marker 297. Upon arrival, crews found the cab of the semi fully involved. Firemen managed to gain control of the blaze within 10 minutes, but crews remained on scene […]
Algood Declines Joining State Investment Pool
The Algood City Council has voted against participating in the Local Government Investment Pool. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said diversifying accounts into local banks would be a better option. “I’m going to follow through with a motion that we not participate in the pool,” Chapman-Fowler said. “But that we allow Mr. Morrison to invest city funds […]
