Sparta Sewer Grinder To Prevent Flushable Wipes Blockages
Sparta’s Mayberry Street Sewer Lift Station set to install a new sewer grinder system to collect debris, rags and flushable wipes Superintendent of Sewer Michael Davis said the project aims to keep trash out of the treatment process to improve the environment. Davis said the system will specifically target items, like flushable wipes, that stop […]
Sparta Fire Offers Free In-Homes Smoke Alarm Inspections
Sparta fire crews launching a door-to-door campaign to check and install smoke alarms in high-risk neighborhoods to improve residential safety. Fire Chief Kevin Powers said the initiative involves a partnership with the state fire marshal’s office to identify areas that have not been visited in a long time. Powers said crews will visit homes to […]
Lee Visits Sparta, Crossville On Tennessee 250 Tour
Governor Bill Lee visited Sparta and Crossville Wednesday as part of his Tennessee 250 Tour, celebrating America’s independence and reflecting on his tenure as governor. Lee said he and First Lady Maria Lee intend to visit every county in the state during the tour to mark the national milestone. Lee said the tour was inspired […]
Sparta Study Shows Hotel Of 50-75 Rooms Would Work
Sparta is seeking developers and investors after a comprehensive feasibility study confirmed the city can support a hotel. Sparta City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the study was funded through a state grant to provide the necessary groundwork to attract potential chains. Tindle said the research involved surveying local businesses, medical facilities, and event centers to […]
Sparta To Hand Out Free Carbon Monoxide Detectors
A new TVA grant will provide free carbon monoxide detectors to Sparta residents. The Sparta Mayor and Aldermen Board authorized a $7,000 match for the Community Care Grant. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can be lethal when undetected in a home. Mayor Jerry Lowery said over the last three years, the city […]
Sparta Begins $7M, Five-Year Power Grid Upgrade Project
Sparta Aldermen unanimously approved the start to a $7-million infrastructure upgrade to the city’s electric grid Thursday. Mayor Jerry Lowery said the new grid should be completed over five years. Lowery said it will offer power to Sparta’s growing business and population for years to come. Lowery said he chose to decisively expedite the project […]
Stickers Allow Students To Help Shape Sparta Parks Plan
Sparta will use a sticker-based system to gather feedback from local students as the city develops a comprehensive parks and recreation master plan. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the city contracted with McGill and Associates to create the five-year plan. The firm is hosting drop-in community meetings this Thursday at Woodland Park Elementary during school […]
Smith To Helm Advancement Efforts At Tennessee Tech
John W. Smith appointed as Tennessee Tech’s interim Vice President for University Advancement. Smith has worked at the university for more than 30 years, most recently serving as the associate vice president for university development. He earned both a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a Master of Business Administration from Tennessee Tech. “John’s decades […]
Sparta Wants To Upgrade Security In Parks, Safe Residents
Sparta Mayor Jerry Lowery said the city is exploring new ways to make city parks even safer for its citizens and visitors. Lowery said the city is taking proactive measures to deter crime, including new emergency response stations. From security cams to street lamps, Lowery said visibility is key. “Just to have well-lit visible parks, […]
White County School Board Revises Comment Policy
Amidst a state legislative change about public comments, the White County Board of Education will make minor revisions to its public comment policy. Public comments must be limited to issues within the jurisdiction of the board. The White County Board enacted a 30-minute total time limit with three minutes per person for public comments per […]
