Dekalb Animal Shelter Seeking Compromise With County And City
Employees of the Dekalb County Animal Shelter want a decision on how service can be provided to both Smithville and the county. Director Megan Moore said previously, the shelter worked in both areas. Then, Smithville Board of Alderman limited service to the city limits. The action was taken following an October work session with the […]
Resolution Going To Nashville To Make Virgin Falls A State Park
A resolution for the Virgin Falls Natural Area to become a State Park is headed to Nashville. The White County Commission approved the the motion unanimously during Monday’s meeting. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said if the General Assembly is in favor, the over 1,000 acre area can become a destination. “Oh, absolutely some benefits,” […]
Byrdstown Applying For CDBG Funds For Water Line Project
Byrdstown will focus on solving water loss issues if the town receives a Community Development Block Grant. The town will apply for $685,000 in federal funds. Mayor Sam Gibson said the plan would be to remove an aging water line in Eagle Cove. “The line is a quarter of a mile through a wooded area […]
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 […]
Jackson Co. BOE Resolution To Protect BEP Funds
The Jackson County Board of Education is asking the state to not penalize the school system’s BEP funding if the student population drop. The board unanimously approved the Hold Harmless BEP resolution Monday night, which ensures BEP funding is at least the same amount as the previous school year. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said […]
35 UC Medical Professionals Recommend Mask Wearing
Thirty-five members of the Upper Cumberland Medical Society have signed a resolution encouraging residents to wear masks. Medical society member Dr. Jim Batson said high infection rates and available hospital space is the society’s biggest fear. “Our numbers are rising just like everybody else in the country,” Batson said. “We are a regional hub of […]
