Celina Leaders Move To Secure ARP Grant Reimbursement
Celina leaders are moving to secure over $800,000 in American Rescue Plan grant reimbursements by finalizing an amended contract with a project vendor to satisfy state requirements. Grant Administrator Alexis Patterson said the amended contract serves as an alternative to the vendor fulfilling a specific requirement to get approved as a vendor on the projects. […]
Celina Proposes 30% Water Rate Hike, No City Pay Raises
Celina officials discussed a proposed budget Tuesday that includes a 30 percent water rate increase and no pay raises for city employees. Mayor Luke Collins said the state reviewed the financial plan and provided a positive assessment despite the difficult decisions. Collins said the city is facing the same economic pressures as residents from inflation. […]
White County Residents Challenge Solid Waste Costs
“We went from losing millions of dollars to making over a million. That’s a big turnaround.” That is White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson, addressing concerns from residents about the Solid Waste Budget. Several residents said they expected expenses to decrease following the sale of the landfill to Waste Management. Resident Beth Rizone said she […]
White County Solid Waste Location Change Necessary
White County officials looking for a new site for the Solid Waste Department building, after the proposed site failed septic tests. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said one suggestion to resolve the issue is to acquire an adjacent piece of property. “I can negotiate with them with a contingent upon county commission approval,” Robinson said. […]
Sparta Business Community To Honor First Responders
The Sparta business community will come together Wednesday to honor local emergency personnel. White County Chamber Board Chairman Zach Buckner said the organization wants to recognize the daily sacrifices made by paramedics, firefighters and rescue squad members. Buckner said the event serves as a platform for chamber stakeholders to express gratitude while building personal connections […]
DeKalb Clinic Offers Extended Hours For School Immunizations
The DeKalb County Health Department hosting an immunization clinic Friday with extended hours for students and working families. DeKalb Health Department Director Michael Railing said the department is one of the largest providers of childhood immunizations. He said the goal is to ensure students do not face enrollment setbacks or interruptions once school starts. “We […]
UCDD Invites Community Representatives To Policy Council
The LBJ Community Action Agency seeking letters of interest from residents across 12 counties to serve as community representatives on its Head Start Policy Council. Program Operations Manager Katie Rogers said the agency accepts letters of recommendation annually so that members can be elected to serve a one-year term. Rogers said these representatives act as […]
Expert: Avoid The Danger Zone While Grilling This Weekend
Keep your meat out of the “temperature danger zone” this weekend to prevent foodborne illness during Fourth of July activities. UT Extension Family and Consumer Sciences agent Piper Smith said the temperature danger zone exists between 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Smith said meat should never be left unrefrigerated for more than two hours, especially […]
Henley Drive Project Completed Almost 8 Weeks Early
A final change order approved for Cookeville’s Henley Drive roadway extension project, with the work finished 52 days ahead of schedule. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the original contract for the project was set for 150 days. Elrod said the city requested the contractor stripe the entirety of Henley Drive from Jefferson to […]
Putnam Fire Officials Warn Caution With Home Fireworks
Fire officials advising residents to prioritize supervision and awareness when using fireworks during this weekend’s celebrations. Putnam County Fire Chief Jeff Hicks said adults should always supervise the use of fireworks and never allow children to handle them alone. Hicks said individuals should use lighting sticks to keep their hands at a safe distance from […]
