Cumberland County Prevention Coalition Hosts Panel Discussion On Overdoses
Finding ways to combat overdoses was Cumberland County Prevention Coalition Director Robert Valerio’s main takeaway from a Monday panel discussion. A cross section of speakers that deal with addiction daily spoke at the event called “Overdose: Cumberland County’s Epidemic.” Valerio said the organization saw its largest turnout to date. “We do need to get people that are […]
Monterey Discusses Fire Truck Purchase For Grant Application
Monterey wants to purchase a new ladder truck and fire gear with this year’s CDBG application. The town could receive up to $420,000 with a $50,000 dollar match from local funds. Alderman Nathan Walker said Monterey has failed on several other grants to purchase a used fire truck, but this application has high potential. “I […]
$28M Cookeville Ice Facility Deemed Unfeasible Right Now
A potential ice facility for Cookeville deemed too costly. At A Monday council work session, City Manager James Mills said the $28 million price tag would exhaust the city’s spending power at a time when the aquatic facility ranks high among many residents’ wants. “We’ve only got so much money that we can spend and […]
DeKalb Swift Water Rescue Saves First Life Since Formation
The DeKalb swift water Rescue Task Force saw its first real action last week since forming last year. Captain Dusty Johnson said crews responded when swift water swept a vehicle off the road. Johnson said an older man attempted to drive through Alexandria to Dismal Road while covered by water. “I was very pleased how […]
