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 […]
Bell Said More To Be Done To Keep McMinnville VA Clinic
Warren County Executive Terry Bell said the Department of Veterans Affairs will take over operations of the McMinnvillle VA Clinic. Bell said the news means the facility can ensure local veterans maintain access to healthcare. Federal officials halted a scheduled closure that was set to take effect at the end of May. “I’m really excited […]
Lee Victory Propels Him Toward August Election Prep
Jackson County Mayor Republican nominee Brian Lee said his focus continues on economic growth and healthcare access. Lee beginning preparations for the August election. Lee said he spent 24 years in education, including the last six years as a public school principal. Lee said his decade of service as a Jackson County Commissioner allowed him […]
Monterey Health Clinic Serving Many, Despite Limited Staff
The Putnam County Health Department has recorded over 1,900 patient encounters at its new Monterey facility since July, successfully bridging a major healthcare transportation gap for eastern county residents. Director Lisa Bumbalough said the eastern expansion was driven by historical data showing hundreds of residents previously had to commute down the mountain for basic medical […]
