McMinnville’s New Mayor Focusing On Tourism And Infrastructure
Newly elected McMinnville Mayor Ryle Chastain will be sworn into office November 24th. Chastain said as mayor, he wants to focus on adding to the city’s tourism. “We have beautiful waterways and parks. We have companies here in town now that do river tours and kayaking and outdoor adventure sports,” Chastain said. “And, really pushing […]
Repairs Coming To Sparta Senior Center Roof
Roof repairs for Sparta’s Senior Center are on the way after receiving storm damage last month. The Board of Alderman unanimously approved the $19,900 bid Thursday. Mayor Jeff Young said the building’s insurance will cover about half of that cost. “We did half of that building, which is actually two buildings up there,” Young said. […]
Gainesboro Bicentennial Park Entrance Sign Design Final
Gainesboro Bicentennial Park development continues with a new entrance sign on the way. Chamber of Commerce Director Jordan Hunter said the 36 by 36 inch outdoor themed sign will be mounted in shrubbery at the park’s entry. “When you go there, you see the outdoor characters with the colors and the stump steppers that get […]
Cookeville FEMA Relief Ahead of Schedule
Cookeville is already getting money back from FEMA to help offset the costs of the March 3rd Tornado. Cookeville City Manager James Mills said the news that federal money already coming in was a surprise and called it a year ahead of schedule. Mills said this is going to have a large effect on the […]
Pickett County Rescue Squad Get Dale Hollow Lake Donations
Pickett County’s Volunteer Rescue Squad received over $1,200 in donations from a collection box set up at Sunset Marina. Rescue Squad Captain Garry Garrett said even though the city and county provide money, donations to the rescue squad make their work possible. Garrett said getting the support of the people they volunteer to help, allows […]
Jamestown to begin Stocking City Lake
Jamestown expected to get its first shipment to stock City Lake with 2 acres worth of fish this week. Something that Jamestown Mayor Lyndon Baines said to his knowledge has not been done in 10 years. $4,000 was approved by the Jamestown Board of Aldermen Monday night to stock four acres of fish, which is […]
How To Use Raked Leaves For Your Lawn
Autumn is here and with the falling temperatures comes falling leaves. For some homeowners this means leaf raking season, but what should be done about the raked pile? Dekalb Ag Extension Agent Johnny Barnes said a great option is for composting. “It’s a natural product of trees going through photosynthesis, and all the nutrients from […]
TTU Art Therapy Grant For Nursing Homes
Tennessee Tech School of Nursing has started a grant initiative to fund art therapy for 100 nursing homes across the state. Nursing Professor Shelia Harris said the goal is to enhance the quality of life of the residents while conducting research on Alzheimer’s Disease. “This helps the individuals remain present and remain in touch with […]
2 Gainesboro Children Critically Injured In ATV Accident
Two Gainesboro children were critically injured Sunday afternoon when a driver hit a disabled ATV the two were trying to help move. The accident happened around 1:30pm Sunday along Stacy Cemetery Road. According to a preliminary report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the two children were helping their father move the ATV from the roadway. […]
Baxter Institutes Tornado Fastener Guidelines
Baxter will ask that new homes will be built with fasteners developed to withstand EF1 and EF2 tornadoes. Building Inspector Bob Lane said this is a county-wide effort after he and other inspectors took part in a hands-on class. Lane said this will only cost builders 50 cents a square foot and could provide home […]
