Jamestown Regional Medical Center Sold As Taxes Pile Up
The former Jamestown Regional Medical Center facility sold at noon Friday at a delinquent tax sale at the Fentress County Justice Center. Fentress County Finance and Budget Director Tyler Arms said the hospital had not paid taxes in two years. He said former ownership has a year to redeem the property, but will have to […]
Highlands Board Celebrates Cassetty In His Retirement
The Highlands Residential Services Board spent Friday morning celebrating Operations Manager Chris Cassetty as he heads for retirement. Executive Director Dow Harris said Cassetty technically retired in December but has been diligent in helping the staff through the transition. “We’ve done well,” Harris said. “I’ve said all along that I really appreciate my partner over […]
Sparta Considering Changes At Golden Mountain & Hale
The city of Sparta is working on a solution to a dangerous traffic pattern at the intersection of Golden Mountain Road and Hale Street. Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said residents have planted trees that block the view of drivers coming around the curve to the intersection. He said one resident told him that turning onto […]
Next Steps For Magnolia Ridge & Rose Bud Village Developments
The Highlands Residential Services Board got a look at the floor plans and renderings for the Magnolia Ridge Apartments and Red Bud Village located off Buffalo Valley Road. Consultant Alvin Nancy said the proposed Magnolia Ridge Apartments would have 77 units. He said the Red Bud Village apartment would include a pair of two-story buildings […]
Livingston Library Unveils Brand New Statue
Two children reading a book on a fallen log by a stream. That’s the new statue unveiled Friday afternoon at Livingston’s Millard Oakley Public Library. The statue celebrates children and reading at the library. Assistant Library Director Terri Jordan said the statue was in memory of Linda Winningham Lamson, who gave a bequest to the […]
Old Hardware Building Removal Still Weeks Away
Contractors are expected to demolish the Old Sparta Hardware Store and clear the property in a matter of weeks. Sparta Codes Officer Mike O’Neal said he spoke with owner Trey Bane Wednesday. He said the contractors Bane has lined up will be responsible for the lane closures and permits needed to clear the property. O’Neal […]
School Zoning Change Receives Final Approval
Cookeville City Council passed on final reading Thursday a change to the zoning code allowing private and parochial schools in the Commercial-Industrial Mixed Use District. The council asked city staff and the planning commission to consider changes to the rules in that district, potentially eliminating rules that might not apply to schools. Those changes will […]
Lowery Asking For Vote On Riverside Park Project
Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery has secured a state pledge to help fund the purchase of 120 acres of riverfront property for a new public park. Next, Lowery wants Aldermen to consider the $1.8 million purchase. Lowery said an opportunity to strike a deal like this inside Sparta city limits is unheard of. “This will be […]
Sparta To Raise Water Rates For First Time In Five Years
Sparta Aldermen voted Thursday night to raise water and utility rates for the first time in five years. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the state rejected the city’s water budget last year. She said for several years now, Sparta utilities have been barely breaking even or losing money every month. She said instead of the […]
