Fentress Renews Contract With Manna House Ministries
Fentress County renewing its agreement with Manna House Ministries to continue supporting the organization’s addiction recovery services. Manna House Ministries Executive Director William Webb said the partnership with the county over the past three years has allowed Manna House to significantly expand its services locally. “What it really allowed us to do is serve people more […]
Fentress Surpasses 100 Percent Waste Diversion In Annual Report
Fentress County is seeing major success in its recycling and waste reduction efforts, according to its latest Annual Solid Waste Progress Report. Fentress County Solid Waste Director Michael Rick said the report tracks landfill usage alongside recycling and reuse efforts. While Fentress County has a history of surpassing the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s […]
Fentress Repurposing Grant To Build New EMS Facility
Fentress County officials exploring plans to build a new EMS facility, shifting away from an earlier proposal to renovate and expand the existing building. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the County’s Rescue Squad and Senior Center are in need of expansions as well due to growth. Johnson said rather than spending additional money on […]
New Fentress Sheriff Says Building Trust Is Top Focus
Newly appointed Fentress County Sheriff Hunter Fowler said his top priorities are building trust with the community as he steps into the role. Fowler was officially appointed Monday night, after previously serving in an acting capacity. He said his focus now is on strengthening both the sheriff’s office and its relationship with the public. “I […]
Fentress Seeking Public Input For Road Safety Action Plan
Fentress County officials are seeking public input as part of a new federal grant that will improve roadway safety across the county. Fentress County Highway Superintendent Ryan Reed said the county currently in the planning phase with the Safer Streets for All grant. While the grant will not fund road resurfacing, Reed said it could […]
Fentress Commission To Appoint New Sheriff On Monday
Fentress County Commission will host a special-called meeting Monday to make an appointment for Sheriff. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said Tennessee Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) has handled the search process up until this point. Johnson said Monday night will be the first time the county commission will get to interview the candidates. […]
Fentress Table Decision For Ambulance Station Expansion
Fentress County commissioners voted Tuesday night to table two resolutions involving additional funding commitments for the county’s proposed ambulance station expansion project. During discussion, commissioners noted the county’s building committee had been weighing two possible options for the expansion but was still waiting on firm cost estimates before making a recommendation. Some commissioners said they […]
State Preparing To Demolish Historical Poor House
State officials are expected to move forward with plans to demolish the historic “Poor House” building located in front of York Institute. York Institute Director of Schools John Bush said the state has planned to demolish the building for some time. Bush said the structure was built in the late 1800s and has deteriorated significantly […]
Fentress County Set To Appoint New Sheriff In March
Fentress County will look to appoint a new sheriff in March. The County Commission voted to set the deadline for qualifications for March 2 and the appointment date on March 23. The county has 120 days from the day the resignation letter from former Sheriff Michael Reagon was received. County Attorney Leslie Ledbetter said the […]
Clarkrange Hosting Annual Popsicle Bridge Contest
Purchase a kit this Friday at “The Barn” in Clarkrange to participate in the Refuge Community Church’s annual popsicle-stick bridge contest. Competition Coordinator Jessica Hinton said participants will have two months to use kits that contain 200 popsicle sticks and wood glue to see who can build the strongest bridge possible. Hinton said bridges are […]
