Investigators Detail Moments Before Fatal Morrison Crash
NTSB Investigators found that a Cessna plane struck a tree and an irrigation pipe during takeoff from a Morrison airfield before crashing June 17, killing two people. The Preliminary Report said video recorded by the pilot’s wife showed the airplane drifting toward the left side of the runway at Basham Field where the wing tip […]
Federal Investigators Analyze Warren Plane Crash Videos
Federal investigators analyzing video evidence after a deadly plane crash in a Warren County cornfield on Wednesday. The evidence shows a Cessna 177RG making contact with an object during takeoff before crashing. NTSB Aviation Accident Investigator Ryan Enders said the aircraft departed from a private airstrip located about seven miles southeast of the crash site. […]
NTSB Investigates Wednesday Plane Crash in Warren County
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a plane crash that occurred Wednesday afternoon near Doyle Frazier Road in Morrison. An observer said they heard a thud and an engine that was struggling prior to the crash. “The National Transportation Safety Board is aware of the plane crash and is currently gathering information. Updates will […]
Warren County Manufacturing Firm Expanding To Morrison
A Warren County manufacturing firm will create 58 new jobs by expanding its facility near Morrison. Governor Bill Lee announced PolyFlex Products will invest some $8.3 million in a new facility. The company works to create smarter packing and logistics solutions. “What happens in rural Tennessee matters to all Tennesseans, and I’m grateful to PolyFlex […]
Sparta Working Out Details For Landfill Usage
Sparta officials working with Waste Management to figure out exactly how the city and landfill will define a new agreement. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city was excluded from the county’s deal with Waste Management so it is developing a completely separate agreement. Lowery said they are considered a vendor of the landfill and they […]
Minor Damage, Flooding After Wednesday’s Storms
Widespread flooding is affecting Upper Cumberland communities after Wednesday’s storms passed through. EMA Directors reported minimal damage to structures but advised caution for drivers. Jackson County EMA Director Derek Woolbright said any roads in the county near water are flooded and many are impassable. He said people should treat this like winter weather: if you […]
Robinson: Annual Railroad Funding Needed From State
No railroad funding in the new state budget a concern to White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson. Robinson chairs the Tri-County Railroad Authority. He said funding for railroad maintenance has become hard to come by. Robinson said Governor Bill Lee gave $85 million for railroads in 2019, but that funding is set to run out […]
Bell Said Unitech Opening Leads To Partnership With South Korean City
Warren County Executive Terry Bell said Friday’s announcement of a new Unitech facility in Morrison has led to a broader partnership between the county and Anseong City in South Korea. Bell said Unitech was initially attracted to the area because of the investments previously made by the county and the environment of the Upper Cumberland. […]
South Korean Firm Coming To Morrison, $30M Investment In Plant
A South Korean adhesive manufacturing firm will locate its first US facility in Warren County. Governor Bill Lee announced the $30 million investment Friday morning in Morrison. Unitech North America will create 75 new jobs in phase one of the development. “Tennessee’s strong business climate and exceptional workforce attract global brands like Unitech to our […]
McNeilus Steel To Expand With New Warren County Facility
A steel manufacturing company will expand its operations into Warren County creating some 50 new jobs. The state announced Tuesday that McNeilus Steel will spend some $23 million to expand to Morrison. The new facility will open on East Maple Street. McNeilus Steel General Manager Zachary Ernst said that the company has been providing steel […]
