Monterey Aldermen Approve Administrator Charter Change
The Monterey Board of Aldermen ratified the town’s Private Act Charter amendment during a special called meeting Monday. The move means the town can begin the process of hiring a City Administrator to oversee the workings of the government. The Aldermen asked the legislature during its spring session to approve the measure, a change to […]
Cumberland Brain Fair Hopes To Boost Cognitive Longevity
Alzheimer’s Tennessee hosting a Brain Health Fair Wednesday to improve cognitive longevity among older residents. Regional Director Melanie Hendricks said the event coincides with Brain Health Awareness Month to encourage the public to adopt healthy practices that may slow the progression of dementia. Hendricks said the organization aims to provide a variety of resources that […]
Alvin York’s Fentress Legion Post 137 Marks Centennial
Fentress County’s American Legion Post 137 celebrating its centennial anniversary of serving local veterans and continuing a legacy established by Sergeant Alvin C. York. Adjutant Rodger Guest said the American Legion originally formed in France following World War I. The goal: to ensure that service members returning home received better care and advocacy than those […]
Union Hill Community Center Fundraiser Set For Saturday
Jackson County’s Union Hill Community Center will get a delicious boost this weekend from a local eatery. Helen’s Restaurant owner Carol Pippin said the fundraiser will feature $15 meal tickets with all of the proceeds going to the center to cover monthly utility bills and building improvements. Pippin said the facility currently relies entirely on […]
Oak Hill Church Meets Physical Needs Of Rickman Residents
Oak Hill Church launched a new community ministry called The Well in Rickman to provide food, clothing, and a gathering space for local residents. Pastor Todd Sutton said the ministry operates out of a rented building at 3909 Rickman Road located next to the post office. Sutton said the facility features a coffee area and […]
Van Buren County Reports Historic Budget Turnaround
Van Buren County is reporting a significant financial turnaround thanks to a growth in revenue. Van Buren County Commission Chairman Cale Crain said a recent state property reassessment resulted in higher property values for many residents. Crain said the county intends to lower the tax rate to level out the impact and keep payments consistent […]
DeKalb Budget Raises EMS Pay, Keeps Current Tax Rate
DeKalb County commissioners have finalized a budget that includes significant pay raises for emergency medical services while avoiding a significant tax increase. DeKalb County Commissioner Mathias Anderson said the county reallocated between $300,000 and $400,000 after the state reduced the amount of money required to be held in reserve for a closed landfill. Anderson said […]
Cookeville Overhauls Payroll With Integrated Software
Cookeville’s overhaul of its municipal payroll operations set to take the next step this month, replacing a paper-based process with an integrated online software system. City Finance Director Jenni Nisewander said the current manual system requires every department to gather physical paperwork and deliver it to the payroll office every Monday. Nisewander said they are […]
McMinnville Board Unanimously Approves Center Moratorium
The McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved an 18-month moratorium on data centers Wednesday following more than 90 minutes of citizen comment. The decision allows the city time to study the infrastructure, environmental, and noise impacts of such facilities. Planning Director Sean Garrett said the city chose a moratorium over an outright ban […]
White County Budget Approved Despite Flock Debate
The White County Budget Committee debated the future of police camera funding as commissioners weighed privacy concerns against law enforcement wants. The discussion focused on the $25,000 allocated for Flock Safety cameras and pursuit alert contracts. Commissioner TK Austin said he does not trust the system because he believes corporate entities can pay to access […]
