Five New Baxter Businesses Cut Ribbons Thursday
The growth in Baxter took center stage Thursday as five new businesses celebrated their ribbon cuttings Thursday. Freedom House Coffee Shop, Veterans Barber Shop, Baxter Coin Laundry, Ascend Pediatrics, and Tee Up Golf are recognized by city officials. Freedom House Co-Owner Tamar Doughty said they chose Baxter because it was thriving. “When we first came […]
Baxter Closer To Sewer Rehab Project Approval
Baxter one step closer to state approval of its sewer rehabilitation project, with permits possible in the next 30 days. City of Baxter Engineer Tom Bennett told Aldermen the project will renovate the sewer system in 50 sections across the city. “We will need to have more discussions about where that’s going to be taking […]
Baxter Council Still Deciding On Police Chief
Baxter Aldermen said Thursday they wanted to spend more time on evaluating applicants, before deciding on a new Police Chief. Interviews began Tuesday from internal and external candidates selected by MTAS. Aldermen Greg Phillips said he needs more time to think about the choice. “We have a great bunch of guys that’s applying for the […]
Baxter Interviewing For New Police Chief Tuesday
Baxter officials will interview six candidates on Tuesday as it searches for a new Police Chief to replace Danny Holmes. Baxter Mayor John Martin said he hopes to make a selection following the interviews and announce the new hire on Thursday. He said the pool of applicants includes internal candidates and a few out-of-towners. He […]
Baxter To Allow Food Trucks At Festivals And Events Only
Baxter Aldermen passed an ordinance Wednesday that limits food trucks to festivals and school events only and requires annual safety inspections from the city. Baxter Mayor John Martin said safety inspections will cost $50. Truck owners who fail to display a certificate of a passed inspection will be fined $50 daily. Martin said the board […]
Baxter Gets Grant For Broad St Improvements
Baxter plans to use a $15,000 State Downtown Grant to improve storefronts and increase parking on Broad Street. Baxter Mayor John Martin said the town has tasked a committee with overseeing its downtown revitalization plans. He said the first step will be passing an ordinance in May that will turn Broad Street into a one-way […]
Baxter Calling On MTAS To Help Fill Police Chief Opening
The city of Baxter will lean on services from MTAS to fill the Baxter Police Chief position. Baxter Mayor John Martin said MTAS will recruit and interview candidates before ranking each one. He said that list will be handed over to Baxter City Council for further interviews and an eventual selection. Martin said he would […]
Portobello Adding 100K Square Feet To Facility
Portobello designing a 100,000 foot addition for its Baxter facility, because the company needs more warehouse space. Baxter Mayor John Martin said engineers are in the process of design work now, with a hope to put the project out for bid quickly. The facility off Interstate 40 included plans for the expansion. Baxter officials said […]
Baxter Attorney To Explore Possible Rules On Gaming Machines
The Baxter Board of Aldermen asked the City Attorney to investigate the legality of gaming machines in local gas stations. Baxter Alderman Willie Allison expressed concerns over several of these machines at the Shell Station off Interstate 40. He said people coming off the interstate are congregating at the station at late hours to do […]
Baxter School Bus Drivers Express Concern Over Two Streets To Aldermen
Improving bus safety could lead to changes on two Baxter roads following a discussion between Aldermen and School Officials. Putnam County Schools Transportation Supervisor Ron Chaffin addressed the Baxter Board of Aldermen on Thursday, expressing concerns about First Avenue, as well as Third Street at Buffalo Valley Road. “I’m really proud of the job that […]
