Greg Brannon Pledges New Direction For Clay County
Greg Brannon preparing to take office in Clay County after a successful election night where he campaigned on a platform of bringing new ideas and growth to the region. Brannon said the support from the community was essential to his victory and remains vital as he transitions into his new role. “I’m so appreciative of […]
Covered Bridge To Improve Clay County Student Safety
Clay County is planning a new covered footbridge at Heritage Springs Park to provide students at the adjacent elementary school a safer route to the facility. Clay County Chamber President Doug Young said the project aims to eliminate the need for children to walk along a busy highway to access the park from their campus. […]
Museum Festival Supports Preservation Of Clay County
The Clay County Museum Festival will take place this weekend to raise funds for the preservation of local history and the daily operations of the museum. Beverly Hollifield is the President of the Board of Directors and Director of the Museum. Hollifield said the event serves as a primary fundraiser to cover utility costs such […]
Clay County Officials Attend Rural Healthcare Forum
Clay County officials attended the Tennessee Rural Health Transformation Forum in Nashville for help on how to improve healthcare in the county. Clay County EMS Director Andy Hall said the event opened his eyes to how grant opportunities could lead to a change in Clay County’s healthcare landscape. Hall said his first goal is to […]
Celina To Finalize Budget With Water Rate Hike
Celina officials will move forward this fiscal year with a new budget that includes a 30 percent increase in water rates and no pay raises for city employees. Mayor Luke Collins said the budget passed its first reading in July and will face a final vote in August. “You always hate for the rates to […]
Clay Officials Encourage Simple Practices To Avoid Drowning
Clay County officials said simple water safety practices on Dale Hollow Lake can help you avoid a late summer incident. Clay County Emergency Management Director Kyle Haney said safety guidelines from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourage smarter decision-making on the water. Haney said the initiative aims to ensure that everyone utilizing the county’s […]
Restored Hull Law Office Nearing Completion In Celina
Clay County nearing completion of a year-long restoration project to preserve the original law office of Cordell Hull. The office of the longest-serving U.S. Secretary of State and Nobel Peace Prize winner included strengthening weak walls and floors. President and Director of the Clay County Museum Beverly Hollifield said the building had been moved approximately […]
Clay Officials Secure Grant For Extensive Park Renovations
Clay County is launching a $700,000 renovation project at Clay County Park and the local fairgrounds to modernize public facilities and boost regional tourism. Clay County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Dr. Doug Young said the funding allows the county to address long-standing infrastructure issues. Young said the project follows a master plan for parks […]
Hermitage Springs Gym Floor Renovation Starts In August
Renovation work on the Hermitage Springs gym floor is scheduled to begin August 10 to address safety concerns caused by decades of wear and tear. Director of Schools Diana Monroe said the floor has reached a point where the surface was peeling, necessitating a full sanding and refinishing process. Monroe said the new floor will […]
New Clay High Principal Pushes ACT Growth, Attendance
Clay County High School Principal Carl Ledbetter told the School Board Thursday he is pushing to improve student outcomes by focusing on increasing ACT scores and student attendance rates. Ledbetter said he officially began his tenure as principal in May. Ledbetter said achieving this will require a culture of high expectations for every student regardless […]
