Livingston Aldermen Hire New Police Officer, Ask About Training Moving Forward
The Livingston Police Department is slowly returning to a fully staffed state after several officers left during the Greg Etheredge resignation, according to Interim Chief Ray Smith . The Board of Aldermen Tuesday night approved hiring officer Shane Barlow. Mayor Curtis Hayes disclosed the fact that Barlow is his brother-in-law. Hayes said that Barlow did […]
Celina Hires EMS Worker, Aldermen To Work On Incentives To Attract More
Celina has made progress in addressing its EMS worker shortage with a full-time paramedic returning to the department. Aldermen Kenny Westmoreland said while the addition will make a difference, the Board of Aldermen still seeks more candidates. “Trust me, this is something that is of great concern to us,” Westmoreland said. “We have a meeting […]
Search Begins Following Clay Director Of Schools Announcing Retirement
The Clay County Board of Education’s search for a new director of schools will start immediately. Director of Schools Matt Eldridge announced his retirement Thursday night, effectively leaving December 31, 2021. Board Chariman Benji Bailey said the board has options for how they want to pursue a new director. “That’s up to the board how […]
UCDD And UCHRA Name New HR/Benefits Manager
Damon “Dee” Prince has been named the new HR/Benefits Manager for the Upper Cumberland Development District and the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency. Prince has more than 15 years of experience in human resources including roles as director, manager, senior generalist, payroll coordinator and benefits administrator. Executive Director Mark Farley said both organizations are eager […]
Livingston Aldermen Pass Resolution To Give Mayor Hiring Powers
The Livingston Board of Alderman has passed a resolution giving the city’s mayor the authority to hire, fire and suspend city employees without board approval. The motion passed 4-2 during Monday’s Board of Alderman meeting. Alderman Kelly Coleman voted for and said the added capabilities would make replacing city employees more efficient. “To me, it […]
Livingston Hires 2 New Fire Fighters
The city of Livingston hired two new full time fire fighters. Jason Huggins and Robert Holt are the two joining the crew. The two hires came after MTAS Fire Consultant Dennis Wolfe recommended to add more full time fire fighters last month. Fire Chief Rocky Dial reviewed the responsibilities of the crew outside of fires […]
Livingston To Hire More Firefighters After Family Loses Home
Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes and Fire Chief Rocky Dial will work together to create a plan to hire two new firefighters. MTAS Fire Consultant Dennis Wolfe recommended to the board that more full time fire fighters should be added to the payroll. Hayes said the city can no longer rely alone on volunteers. “It was […]
