Baxter Planning Commission Raise Questions About Love’s Truck Wash
Baxter’s Planning Commission wants the dirt on a proposed tractor trailer wash set to be added to the Love’s Truck Stop facility at I-40. The commission expressed concerns Thursday night about a new slow-truck turn lane that would need to be added to city-owned Fast Lane. Codes Director Bob Lane said the road could not […]
Sparta Aldermen Vote To Install An Emergency Generator In YMCA
Sparta Aldermen voted Thursday night to authorize bids for the installation of a backup generator at the YMCA building. The full-building backup has been purchased. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the generator will allow the YMCA to maintain power and operate as a makeshift emergency shelter if needed. “We hope we never have to use it,” […]
Gainesboro Examining New Telemetry System for Wastewater Plant
Gainesboro officials looking for ways to fund a new remote monitoring system for its wastewater treatment plant. Aldermen discussed the need for the telemetry system Thursday night. The new system would electronically monitor the plant 24/7 and alert staff if any issues arise. Wastewater Manager Chad Scott said it would make running the plant both […]
Cookeville Postpones Decision On RVs In Mobile Home Parks
Cookeville City Council began preparations for winter last night, purchasing 500 tons of road salt. Public Works Director Blake Mayo said the city is currently two-thirds full on salt. The city salted just once last winter, during the Christmas Eve weather event. Pricing did not change from a year ago. Council also voted Thursday night […]
