Public Transportation Numbers Growing In UC
A report detailing UCHRA’s public transportation programs showed success across the board during Monday’s executive committee meeting.
Rain Improves McMinnville Water Supply
Recent rainfall has been a major boon for McMinnville’s water supply. Water and Wastewater Department Director Ricky Morton the rain brought the dam’s water level back up to the point where water is spilling over. Morton said the water level had been down six to eight inches on the backside of the dam. “We wound […]
McMinnville Police and Fire Battle In Softball
The McMinnville Police Department and Fire Department will square off Thursday in a charity softball game to raise school supplies for local schools. This is the third year in a row for the Battle of the Badges, each department having one once. McMinnville Police Chief Nichole Mosely said getting school supplies for local schools is […]
Free Legal Clinic Comes To McMinnville May 13
The Tennessee Justice Bus will be providing a free legal clinic at the Magness Library in McMinnville Monday. Justice Bus Coordinator Alyvia Bush said there will be a volunteer attorney there to give legal assistance, resources, and advice on any civil matters. Bush said she feels some people avoid the bus in fear that it […]
McMinnville Want Input For Rocket Park Upgrades
McMinnville is looking for community input in preparation for a grant application to upgrade Rocket Park. Facilities Manager Michael Benusches said several of the park’s features need major renovations. He said he hopes to pave the gravel parking lot, renovate the sport court, and upgrade the park’s boat ramp. He said before finalizing plans, he […]
Warren Chosen For Industrial Development Program
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development approved Warren County for its Property Evaluation Program Tuesday. Warren County Industrial Development Board Executive Director Wendy Sneed said the program will help the county identify property most primed for industrial development. She said the county submitted eight properties that will be ranked according to how smoothly […]
McMinnville Gets Money For Community Garden
The City Of McMinnville awarded money from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Urban Farm and Forestry Program. The cost share funding program designed to increase access to nutritious food in Tennessee’s urban areas. McMinnville’s Community Garden, one of six recipients of funding, announced Thursday. “This cost share funding plays a crucial role in bolstering Tennessee’s […]
Warren Preparing Next Generation Of Community Leaders
The Warren County Youth Leadership program is cultivating the next generation of leaders by teaching life skills, entrepreneurship, and teamwork. Chamber of Commerce Social Media Manager Lakelinn Simmons said this year’s group includes 11 high school juniors. She said when students reach their junior year, they begin to make connections about what leadership means in […]
Free Child Seat Check In McMinnville Saturday
A free chance to get your child safety seat checked in Warren County Saturday. The McMinnville-Warren County Child Passenger Safety Coalition will be checking seats from Noon until 2pm at McMinnville’s Milner Recreation Center. Local police and other agencies will be on hand to check the security and installation. The Tennessee Highway Safety Office estimates […]
Warren Black History Museum Fundraising For New Building
A new capital campaign underway to raise money for a new Warren County Black History Museum and Cultural Center. Museum Director Mickey Gwyn said the city of McMinnville donated the property that once housed the city’s black high school, Bernard High School. He said the building will be a replica of a seven-room “Rosenwald School,” […]
