McMinnville Water One of 11 That Competed For Best Tasting Water
McMinnville Utility recently competed in the statewide competition for the best tasting water. The city water provider won the region four competition to have a chance at the state level. Water Treatment Plant Manager Ricky Morton said while they did not win, it was a great way to show off the department’s work. “They even […]
Jackson Co. Health Department HVAC Being Replaced, Bidders Needed
The Jackson County Health Department will get all new HVAC units through a federal grant. County Mayor Randy Heady said the units are 11 years old and in the time frame when mechanical issues can start occurring. He said the grant not only helps the county budget, but improves department safety. “Outside air, fresh air […]
Police Chief Dale Armour Receives Traffic Safety Award
Algood Police Chief Dale Armour was named the Tennessee Highway Safety Office’s 2021 Director’s Award winner. Armour said the award was for the department’s work addressing citizen traffic concerns. He said as a smaller agency, he went to the Highway Safety Office in search of additional resources. “They were able to provide us with a […]
Overton Plans To Hear From UCDD On County Census Options
Overton County wants to hear from UCDD on the pros and cons of doing its own county census. County Executive Ben Danner said he expected the county to grow by at least 1,000 residents but only grew by 428 residents. Danner said the county doing its own census would take manpower and likely a high […]
Progress Being Made For More Capacity At Sparta Industrial Park
Sparta City Administrator Brad Hennessee said the city is making progress on the Wilson Sporting Goods sewer pump station project. “The wet well was set last week,” Hennessee said. “Coding for the wet well will be done next week. They’re still waiting on some parts, but once those parts are in place, that project should […]
Upper Cumberland Diversity Advocates Host Multicultural Celebration Festival
Upper Cumberland Diversity Advocates is hosting an event highlighting cultures from around the world that live in the Upper Cumberland. UCDA President John McArthur said that the organization wanted to host the Multicultural Celebration at Fairfield Glade as a chance for the community to come together in both a fun and educational setting to celebrate […]
PCSS Implementing New COVID Measures Thursday
The Putnam County School System is implementing measures to slow the spread of COVID as cases climb district wide. The number currently sit at 226 confirmed positive cases. Director of Schools Corby King said morning screenings and limited visitations will be put in place Thursday to add layers of protection. “I think what we’re seeing […]
Fentress Gets Approval For Standalone ER
Fentress County and UT-Medical have received approval from the state to establish its standalone ER in Jamestown. The facility will include nine treatment rooms, including one trauma room. County Executive Jimmy Johnson said after nearly two years without a hospital, an accomplishment was reached, proving the naysayers wrong. “It’s just a good day for us […]
Overton Jail Contains COVID Cases, Limiting In-Person Visits
Overton County jail stands COVID free after a recent spike in cases. Sheriff John Garrett said the department continues to take measures to limit exposure. “It’s been a challenge. It’s been very difficult,” Garrett said. “We have had to take multiple precautions. We’ve really had to look at the folks we were bringing into the facility. […]
DeKalb Community Rallying To Remember Those Lost To Addiction
DeKalb County residents who have lost someone they love to a drug overdose will be gathering together Thursday. DeKalb Prevention Coalition Director Jennifer Matthews said candles have been replaced with purple glow sticks for the vigil event. Matthews said purple is the color signifying overdose awareness, uniting the community behind one cause. “It’s to remember […]
