State Licensure Enhances McMinnville Animal Control
McMinnville Animal Control earned state licensure, allowing the facility to acquire medications directly from suppliers and officially recognizing its high operational standards. McMinnville Public Works Director Lyndon Bussell said the department pursued the certification to demonstrate the quality of the shelter to the community. The facility was already operating under strict internal guidelines before the […]
Warren County Officials Mobilize After VA Clinic Announcement
Warren County officials are contacting federal representatives and organizing a town hall meeting, trying to prevent the closure of the McMinnville VA Clinic. Warren County Executive Terry Bell called the decision a total surprise. Bell said he learned about the impending closure after employees received the news and it spread throughout the community. The county […]
McMinnville Asking For Public Input On Trail Improvements
The City of McMinnville inviting residents to attend an in-person public session on Thursday to share feedback on potential improvements to the Bigbee River Trail. Tourism Director Jordan Pupols said the city is hosting two public input sessions as part of the application process for a grant from the Recreational Trails Program. Pupols said if […]
McMinnville Authorizes New Police Station Design Phase
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen has authorized AEI Architects and Planners to proceed with the design and construction documents for a new police station. McMinnville Mayor Ryle Chastain addressed the board regarding the necessity of obtaining official architectural schematics before the project can advance to the bidding phase. He clarified the scope of […]
McMinnville Aldermen Reject Stormwater Creation Move
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted down an ordinance to create a stormwater utility and fee structure following significant opposition Tuesday night. The proposal aimed to charge fees based on impervious surface area to fund drainage projects and compliance with federal regulations. Resident Raven Young told the board she calculated the potential costs […]
Alice In Winterland Festival Boosts Post-Holiday Economy
A new month-long immersive experience in McMinnville aims to drive foot traffic to local shops and restaurants during the typically slow post-holiday season. Tourism and Marketing Manager Jordan Pupols organized “Alice in Winterland: The Heart of WinterQuest” to encourage February spending. The festival features a storybook trail, themed decorations, and specialty items at businesses throughout […]
Police Accredited For 6th Straight Year, Deep Dive Required
The McMinnville Police Department now accredited for a sixth straight year. Administrative Lieutenant Stewart Whitman said the department must adhere to strict guidelines set by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation program. Whiteman said the process involves a comprehensive review of files and on-site interviews to verify that officers are meeting specific operational requirements. “Well accreditation […]
McMinnville Fire To Join New Emergency Radio System
The McMinnville Fire Department is upgrading its emergency communications by implementing the new Tennessee Advanced Communications Network system. McMinnville Fire Chief Marty White said the system uses network towers installed across the state to maintain emergency communication among agencies. White said the new system should improve the Fire Department’s communication. “It should make the system […]
McMinnville Offering Spay & Neuter Assistance Program
McMinnville has received a state grant to launch a new spay and neuter assistance program aimed to help residents afford the services for their pets. McMinnville Public Works Director, Lyndon Bussell said the program will offer vouchers that will total up to $1,100. Bussell said the city launched the program as a way to give […]
McMinnville Town Hall Educating Public On Homelessness
McMinnville Action to Create Housing is inviting the community to a film screening and town hall this Thursday to spark conversation and solutions around local homelessness. MATCH President Brad Durham said the documentary, “Beyond a Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness,” follows filmmakers who traveled more than 40,000 miles across the country to highlight real-world solutions […]
