Monterey Moving Forward On City Administrator Position
Monterey Aldermen approved a resolution to establish a city administrator position during a special-called meeting on Monday. The resolution will be sent to the State Legislature for approval. While many details about the position, including job duties and funding, remain undecided, Alderman Bill Wiggins said he supports the idea of the new managerial role. “I […]
Fowler Selected As Sheriff, Vows Transparency WIth Public
The Fentress County Commission voted eight to two Monday night to appoint Hunter Fowler as the new sheriff. Fowler will serve the remainder of the term until the August election. He defeated Rodney Insco and Gary Ledbetter in the selection process. Fowler had been serving as the chief deputy since the resignation of Michael Reagon. […]
White County Students Training With New 911 Simulators
Students at White County High School are getting a hands-on look at emergency response thanks to three new 911 simulators now up and running in the classroom. Principal Greg Wilson said the simulators are designed to better prepare students for careers in criminal justice and emergency services. He said the simulators could also help spark […]
Fentress Seeking Public Input For Road Safety Action Plan
Fentress County officials are seeking public input as part of a new federal grant that will improve roadway safety across the county. Fentress County Highway Superintendent Ryan Reed said the county currently in the planning phase with the Safer Streets for All grant. While the grant will not fund road resurfacing, Reed said it could […]
Tech Police Address Rising Distracted Walking Risks
The Tennessee Tech Police Department reports an increase in safety complaints, urging students to look up from their phones and stay aware of their surroundings while walking on campus. Tennessee Tech Police Department Captain Mark Hillis said the department is working with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to distribute public service announcements regarding pedestrian safety. […]
Cookeville Doing What It Can To Encourage Affordable Housing
Cookeville Officials said the city is doing all it can to encourage development that would aim to reduce the need for affordable housing. A recent report from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency found Cookeville and the Upper Cumberland region could need roughly 3,000 new affordable housing units over the next decade. Cookeville Community Development Director […]
Health Officials Warn About Rise Of Cychlorphine Opioid
Health officials say a newly identified opioid known as cychlorphine is emerging as a growing concern across Tennessee, prompting renewed warnings about overdose risks and the importance of public awareness. Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist Justin Cantrell said cychlorphine is part of a growing class of synthetic opioids that are increasingly unpredictable. Cantrell said the new […]
