Highway 70 Four-Way Stop Significantly Reduces Collisions
White County has reduced major motor vehicle accidents following the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Highway 70 and Old Kentucky Road. White County Emergency Management Director Matt McBride said the transition to a four-way stop followed a collaborative effort between the White County Executive’s office, the White County Sheriff’s Office and […]
White County Employees, Residents Call For EMS Support
With the backdrop of a White County fire that stretched resources this week, several White County residents and employees asked the Budget Committee to consider prioritizing pay raises and resources for first responders. A Monday Sparta structure fire left three children and their father with burn injuries. Every Sparta and White County ambulance was on […]
White Co Budget Committee In Recess, Needs More Input
The White County Budget Committee considered several new property tax rates at its meeting Tuesday, but ultimately decided to individually talk to Commissioners about what would pass. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said the tax rate needs to be set at a minimum of $1.38 to cover county expenses. Finance Director Chad Marcum proposed a […]
Fallen Trees, Scattered Damage Reported Across White County
High winds caused numerous fallen trees across White County, but no major damage. EMA Director Matt McBride said most of the trees have been cleared for county roadways. McBride said a few structures have been damaged by falling trees with more expected to be reported as people get home from work at the end of […]
Central View Fire Receives Aid For Fighting Wildland, Forest Fires
White County’s Central View Fire Department received a grant for new tools to fight wildland and forest fires. Fire Chief Matt McBride said there has been an increase in the number of small to mid-sized grass and brush fires across the Upper Cumberland. McBride said the Tennessee Division of Forestry grant will provide new personal […]
White County Starts Process Of Buying New Emergency Services Equipment
White County Emergency Services will purchase new PPE equipment for the county’s various fire departments and the rescue squad. The $36,000 price tag will provide all nine volunteer fire departments with a PPE suit. The rescue squad will get two. Emergency Management Agency Director Matt McBride said he worked with the county to secure the […]
Weekend Rain Should Help Dry Conditions In White Co.
After a dry start to the week, Sparta residents should be able to receive burn permits starting Monday. Sparta Fire Chief Kirk Young said Friday’s rain and the forecasted weekend rain should make conditions safer for outdoor burns. He said they use several avenues to inform the decision on whether or not to issue burn […]
White County Appoints Matt McBride As First Paid EMA Director
White County appointed a new EMA Director Monday night, a newly created, paid position. This is a part-time position with Sparta Firefighter Matt McBride being selected. McBride said this is the type of position a responder works to achieve during their career. “I think it’s fun, it’s fun and I like to help people, I […]
