Fentress, Jackson, Clay, White Open Shelters
Those worried about Wednesday night’s storms can find shelters across the Upper Cumberland, with Putnam and Overton announcing open shelters earlier Wednesday. In White County, the YMCA will be open tonight. Celina City Hall’s basement will be available to anyone needing a place to stay. In Fentress County, the Jamestown Community Center will be open. […]
Clay Requesting Proposals For Tourism Assessment
The Clay County Chamber of Commerce is taking proposals for a Tourism Asset Assessment as well as a three-year strategic plan for the county. Chamber Executive Director Doug Young said he wants to rebrand Celina as a River Town. He said the aquatic activities at Dale Hollow Lake and Cordell Hull Lake have been underutilized. […]
Celina’s East 52nd Fire Department Warding Off Eviction
Celina’s East 52nd Fire Department is working with attorneys to avoid being evicted from its facility after receiving an eviction notice in December. Fire Chief James King said the owner of the land found a loophole in the department’s lease agreement. He said he does not understand what the landlord stands to gain by evicting […]
Dale Hollow Dam Road To Close For Week
Dale Hollow Dam Road will be closed to all traffic beginning Tuesday to allow for preventative maintenance and inspections. The road will be closed to vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians. The US Army Corp Of Engineers said the road should reopen next Monday, but that could change based on contractor schedules. Dale Hollow Dam Powerhouse Superintendent […]
Pea Ridge Fire Department Not Taking Calls Currently
Clay County Officials holding Community Safety Meetings to update the public on the future of the Pea Ridge Fire Department. Clay County Emergency Management Director Kyle Haney said the Tennessee Fire Marshall’s office no longer recognizes the Pea Ridge Fire Department after a pattern of systematic flaws. Haney said he hopes the meetings help to […]
Vol State To Offer A Phlebotomy Class In Celina
A Vol State-sponsored phlebotomy class is a go in Celina. Vice President for Economic Development and Regional Centers Nick Bishop said this opens the door for Vol State to continue working with Celina. “We really appreciate our friends and partners there with the city of Celina,” Bishop said. “They’re trying to do the best they […]
Celina Prohibits Sewer Taps Outside City Lines Without Annexation
Celina Aldermen will not allow any sewer taps outside of the city limits without annexation. Mayor Luke Collins said the issue arose when the city provided sewer lines to an industrial property outside of the city that was later turned into residential housing. Collins said that led to more residences trying to get added to […]
Celina Aldermen Increase Local Water Tap Fees To Keep Up With Inflation
Celina Aldermen raised the cost for all new water taps installed to account for inflation Tuesday night. The new fees will cost $1,500 for a water tap inside the city and $2,000 for one outside the city, increases of $500. Mayor Luke Collins said the city was losing money every time it installed a tap. […]
Clay County Mayor Looks To Conduct A Census To Help Increase Revenue
Clay County Commissioners are exploring the option of conducting a special census to ensure population data is accurate. Clay County Mayor Dale Reagan said the census would be a joint effort with Celina Mayor Luke Collins. He said the process should get an exact count of the population in the city of Celina and Clay […]
EMT Class Falls Through For Celina, Hope Of Phlebotomy Class To Start
While a deal for a potential EMT Class at the former Cumberland River Hospital is off the table for now, a plan now being crafted for a Phlebotomy class through Vol State. Celina officials originally said they would pay $15,000 for three classes with their primary goal of getting an EMT class. Celina Mayor Luke […]
