White Co. Approves $800,000 Loan Towards County Paving Plan
The White County Commission approved an $800,000 capital outlay note for paving work on Monday night. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the county has roughly $2 million in paving budgeted this fiscal year. Robinson said it was good timing to try and do as much work as possible. “This year the bids for paving […]
White Co. Using Grant To Plan For UC Regional Commercials Flights
White County plans to hire a consultant to assist in bringing commercial flights to the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the adviser would help plan future projects, so the airport layout keeps the possibility open. “We don’t want to do anything, like the T-Hangars,” Robinson said. “This plan won’t actually […]
White Co. Courthouse Without Elevator, Repairs Ongoing
White County’s Courthouse elevator remains out of commission, leaving the second and third floors without disability access. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said it has been a challenge finding parts for the 45-year-old machine. “Friday we finally located a way to do this and some parts, and they came and took the motor out Friday,” […]
White Co. Applying For Grant To Help With Home Improvements
White County is applying for Tennessee Housing Development Agency funding for qualified residents to make needed home improvements. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the grant is meant to assist low income and elderly citizens of the county. “This is somebody that lives in their home,” Robinson said. “It is to help keep people in […]
White Co. Moves To Ages 16 And Up For COVID Vaccines
The White County Health Department has moved to ages 16 and up for COVID vaccinations. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the move is effective immediately. The county currently has supplies of the Pfizer vaccine. Appointments can be scheduled by visiting the state’s COVID-19 web page.
White Co. Hires HR Director
White County has a new HR Director in Jennifer Rigsby. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said elected county officials are not trained for human resources, so creating the position was a need. “Number one, it takes liability off the county,” Robinson said. “And number two, there are things that county employees are by law entitles […]
Filling White Co. Commission Seat Pushed Back
A vacant seat remains in the White County Commission. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said while he was preparing an outline of the steps, he found that a seven day public notice is required before taking candidates. That did not happen in time for February’s commission meeting. “Which is different than a normal meeting notice […]
White Co. Residents Speak Against Passed Resolution
Four White County residents spoke against a previously passed resolution by the County Commission during Monday’s meeting. The resolution of discussion creates a new White County Health and Safety Board and the appointment of a Codes Enforcement Officer. The purpose to regulate county property conditions such as garbage and overgrown vegetation. Tanya Rust of Sparta […]
White Co. Exec. Concerned About Vaccine Supplies
After reports of Tennesseans driving to White County to receive COVID vaccinations, County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson investigated the situation. Robinson said he counted 50 cars in the county’s health department Wednesday awaiting for COVID vaccines. According to Robinson, only eight were from within the county. Robinson said he is not pleased with the situation, […]
White Co. Commission In Charge Of Filling District 7 Seat
Residents of White County’s seventh district can now submit their name for nomination to become a county commissioner. During Monday’s commission meeting, the resignation of commissioner Bobby McCulley left the district with a vacant seat. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said residents can either reach out to his office or a county commissioner to be […]
