Cameras Returning To Algood Police Vehicles After Council Approved Purchase
Cameras are returning to fleet vehicles of the Algood Police Department for the first time in some four years. The Algood City Council approved the purchase of seven cameras. Police Chief Dale Armour said past gear became outdated, and work on this year’s budget shined light on the need. “It gives accountability to the officers, […]
Baxter Takes Initial Steps To Address Utilities Concern With Rapid Growth
The City of Baxter has taken steps to address utility concerns with rapid city growth. City Engineer Tom Bennett said that the work will include preliminary designs and opinions for probable costs for the I-40 Interchange Sewer System Forcemain. He said that project is in response to the proposed development near the interstate. “So it’s […]
Celina EMS Interim Director Named Full-Time Director Of Department
Celina EMS Interim Director Andy Hall has dropped the interim title becoming director of the department. Hall was named interim after Jason Emerton stepped down. A staff shortage came with the leadership change at the time, but Hall said the department now has nine full-time employees. “Thank the good Lord I have been able to […]
Northern UC Counties Report Downed Trees, Poor Road Conditions
Several downed trees and poor road conditions reported Sunday night across the Upper Cumberland as northern counties experienced heavy snowfall. Fentress County saw over eight inches in Clarkrange and five inches in Allardt. Fentress County is receiving reports of downed trees and power outages in Jamestown. Pickett County Sheriff’s Office reporting some five inches of […]
