Cumberland Fire Shares Crucial Safety Knowledge Tuesday
The Cumberland County Fire Department will host a Fire Life Safety Preparedness presentation Tuesday to educate residents on emerging fire hazards. Cumberland County Fire Department Lieutenant Derek Carter said the event will address the proper installation of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Carter said the presentation will also cover maintenance practices to protect homes from […]
Algood Council Approves Purchase Of Two Fire Trucks
The Algood City Council approved the purchase of two used fire trucks for the city’s fire department Tuesday night Fire Chief David Judd said the additional engines will give the fire department more options, strategies and tactics for the city’s firefighters. Judd said growth created the need. “If we have one fire on one end […]
Celina Aldermen Approve Loan To Buy New Fire Truck
Celina will take out a loan to cover the remaining expenses of a new fire truck. Mayor Luke Collins said the city could either pay for the $265,000 truck out of the general fund, or take out a loan to pay it off over time. Collins said there is enough money in general fund to […]
Sparta Finding New Fire Chief, Young Set To Retire July 1
The City of Sparta looking for a new fire chief following the announcement that Chief Kirk Young will retire. Young has spent 40 years with the Sparta Fire Department, and has been the Chief since 2011. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said replacing someone with Young’s history will be difficult. “I think we need someone that […]
Putnam Local Emergency Exercises Set For Tuesday
The Putnam County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a training event Tuesday to create better cohesion among agencies from across jurisdictions. Putnam County 9-1-1 Assistant Director Josh Womack said law enforcement, rescue squads, and fire departments from across the county will have separate drills and scenarios to work through. He said the training will […]
Monterey Passes Budget With Questions Still To Answer
After a work session and meetings with department heads, Monterey Aldermen approved a first draft of a new fiscal-year budget Monday night that Aldermen admit will not work. Board Member Alex Garcia said the draft was approved so that the town could have a second reading in May, a third in June, and be approved […]
Garbage, Water, Property Tax Likely On The Rise In Monterey
Property taxes, garbage rates, and water rates will all likely be on the rise in the coming fiscal year as Monterey Aldermen work to balance the city’s budget. The board also agreed to no cost of living pay adjustment for city employees at Tuesday’s special-called meeting. Board Member Alex Garcia said city employees received a […]
Two Putnam County Schools To Install Ballistic Film Over Doors
Ballistic film will be installed at two Putnam County Schools, Prescott Elementary and Middle Schools, marking the first installation of the protective security device. Director of Schools Corby King said while high-powered rounds can still shoot through the film, the aggressor cannot bust through the glass as was seen at the Covenant School shooting in […]
Doyle Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Hazmat Training
Doyle Volunteer Fire Department hosting Hazardous Materials training classes starting July 20. Fire Chief Jason Sparks said the training is not required for volunteer firefighters, but it is required for those firefighters seeking certification. He said the classes improve awareness and evaluation and handling skills in dealing with hazardous materials. “We handle small quantities or […]
Livingston Purchases New Fire Truck With Police Vehicle Sales Money
The Livingston Board of Aldermen voted Monday night to purchase a new first responder truck for the fire department. The money to purchase the truck comes from the sale of police vehicles and some old equipment. Police Chief Ray Smith said the fire department has traditionally had a used truck. “We’re appreciative of what we […]
