5 Ways Residences Can Cut Down Risk Of House Fire
Cooking fires remain the most common cause of house fires, as the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages all of us to reduce residential fire risks. Baxter Fire Chief Matthew White said the guidance focuses on maintaining working smoke alarms, using safe cooking practices, operating heaters correctly, and creating a home fire escape plan. White […]
DeKalb Leaders Delays Data Center Vote For Public Input
The DeKalb County Commission voted Thursday to delay a decision on a resolution regulating data centers until next month to allow for more public input and commission discussion. District 2 County Commissioner Myron Rhody made the motion to postpone the vote during the meeting. He suggested that the commission needs to gather more feedback from […]
Annual Spiritual Odyssey Comes To Sycamore Church
Sycamore Church of Christ is hosting its annual Odyssey House this weekend, a theatrical walk-through about a young person facing severe consequences from poor choices. Sycamore Church of Christ Discipleship Leader Elijah Anderson said the event takes place annually, alternating between biblical stories and modern narratives. Anderson said that this year’s production focuses on a […]
Hale Files Bill To Suspend Grocery Sales Tax For Seniors
State Representative Michael Hale has filed legislation that would suspend Tennessee’s grocery sales tax for seniors age 65 and older for three months beginning July 1. State Representative Michael Hale said seniors are struggling to cover basic expenses such as utilities, housing, insurance, and food amid continued inflation pressures. He said the bill mirrors a […]
Meet The Candidate Forum Coming To Livingston Saturday
Overton County residents will have the chance to meet the Republican candidates for county executive and governor at a forum Saturday. Forum Organizer Scott Deatherage said candidates confirmed include Gregg Nivens and Austin Dodson, who are running for county executive, and State Representative Monty Fritts, who is running for Governor. Deatherage said candidates will make […]
Clay Mayor: “Worst Over” As Power, Water Issues Stabilize
Clay County officials believe the worst of the recent winter storm is over as utility crews finish repairing main power lines and water tanks return to near capacity. Clay County Mayor Dale Reagan expressed gratitude for the outside assistance provided to the county to get past the winter weather. Reagan said Tri County Electric reported […]
Clemons Embraces Leadership In Final Wrestling Season
White County Warriorettes wrestler Zoey Clemons has been part of the program from the very beginning, and now, in her third and final season, the senior is focused on leaving her mark, one pin at a time. Clemons entered the sport when the girls’ wrestling program first launched at White County High School, growing alongside […]
Lester Embraces Growth, Leadership Before Tennis Season
DeKalb County tennis player Jayde Lester did not pick up a tennis racket until her sophomore year. Now, as she enters her senior season, Lester is helping shape the Lady Tigers’ identity for the year ahead. Lester said she joined the team after head coach Brian Cadle encouraged her to give the sport a try. […]
