Sparta Board Approves Sewell Drive Three-Way Stop
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approving the installation of a three-way stop at the intersection of Sewell Drive and Turntable Road Thursday. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city has received several complaints regarding the intersection. Drivers turning left from Turntable Road onto Sewell Drive must pull out into heavy traffic. “It’s just a […]
Sparta Aldermen Removing Fluoride From Water Supply
Sparta will officially start phasing fluoride out of the city water supply after a unanimous vote from the Aldermen Thursday. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the state legislature set timelines for the city to make a decision, as well as to inform the public of the change. Lowery said a town hall hearing over the summer […]
Sparta Alderman Approve Contract For New App, Website
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a five year contract for work on a new website and mobile app. The deal with Revise LLC provides design, hosting, and maintenance services for the new platforms. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the changes will give residents better access to information and services. “There’s going to […]
Sparta Aldermen Approve Polk Street Fire Roof Replacement
Sparta will replace the roof at the Polk Street Fire Station. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the station’s roof is rotten in some areas because of water damage. Lowery said the rotting has created a hole, so the city wanted to go ahead and replace the entire roof to prevent future issues. “It’s not been like […]
