Sparta Fire Engine Rear Ended, Out For Repairs
The Sparta Fire Department’s newest fire engine headed to Nashville for repairs after it was rear ended. Fire Chief Kirk Young said the engine hit while stopped at a red light on North Spring Street. Young said the truck is likely to be out of service for the next four to six weeks. “As long […]
Commission Helping Cassville Fire Dept. Repair Engine
The White County Commission appropriated funds to help repair the Cassville Fire Department’s fire engine during its Monday meeting. EMA Director Matt McBride said the total cost for the repairs expected to fall between $20,000 and $25,000. McBride said the assistance from the county will be greatly appreciated by the department. “I don’t want to […]
Cookeville FD To Start Christmas Cheer Fire Engine Drives
Cookeville Fire Department hoping to get folks in the holiday spirit this season with some festive fire truck visits. Chief Benton Young said the plan is to decorate one of the department’s reserve fire trucks with Christmas lights and drive around to neighborhoods, senior homes, and the hospital. “It’s a great opportunity for us as […]
Algood Opens Fire Hall To Community, Displaying New Fire Truck
Algood opened its fire hall to the community Thursday afternoon to show off its new fire truck. The fire hall was full of kids, families and officials from across the county to celebrate the official unveiling of a 2021 Pierce Enforcer Truck. The $638,000 truck arrived last month. Fire Chief Victor Jones led the ceremony […]
Dekalb FD Replacing 42 Year Old Fire Engine In Liberty
The Dekalb County Fire Department is getting a new fire engine and equipment thanks to federal funding. Chief Donny Green said the new engine will be stationed in Liberty. Green said this will replace a 1979 fire engine, which is a help to avoid a vehicle going out of service before it is set to […]
