Construction Underway For Sparta Dog Pound
Construction underway on a new Sparta dog pound at the Public Works headquarters on South Carter Street. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the 24-by-30-foot facility will centralize the city’s Animal Control operations. He said the structure will feature five pens, running water and climate control, and a playpen. He said the building would be […]
Sparta Changing Up Animal Control Role
Sparta Public Works is searching for a dog catcher after taking over Animal Control responsibilities from the Sparta Police Department. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the Police Department’s full-time dog catcher only had to catch 27 dogs last year. He said the department wanted to use the dog catcher as a backup officer, but […]
Overton Locals Exploring Solutions To Animal Control Problem
A group of Overton County residents are planning ways to address what they say is a very serious animal control issue in the county. Peter LeGro said that there is an obvious problem with stray animals in Overton County. LeGro said he has reached out to county officials and state representatives about the county’s need […]
Warren Exploring Options For New Animal Control Facility
Warren County Executive Jimmy Haley said it is time for a new County Animal Control Facility. Haley said an influx of 80 animals over just a few weeks has made it clear that the current building does not meet the current demands for services. He said the building was not built to be an animal […]
Cookeville To Expand Sewer Service Up Highway 70 East, Approves Tech Upgrades Two Departments
Cookeville’s Water Quality Control Department will expand sewer service up Highway 70 E near South Dry Valley Road. Director Ronnie Kelly said that a church asked the department to be put on gravity sewer after some septic issues. “Copperfield Development that was developed a few years ago extended the sewer about halfway up to there […]
New Animal Cruelty Legislation Eases Burden Of Proof For Aggravated Cruelty Cases
A local animal advocacy group said a new state law can help residents further pursue animal cruelty cases. The bill removes language that requires proof of “sadistic or depraved manner” in proving aggravated cruelty. Friends of White County Animals President Sharon Langford said when it comes to animals, she hopes the new legislation will inspire […]
Dekalb Animal Shelter Seeking Compromise With County And City
Employees of the Dekalb County Animal Shelter want a decision on how service can be provided to both Smithville and the county. Director Megan Moore said previously, the shelter worked in both areas. Then, Smithville Board of Alderman limited service to the city limits. The action was taken following an October work session with the […]
