Warren Commission Passes Data Center Moratorium
The Warren County Commission the latest local entity to pass a 12-month moratorium on data centers to allow officials time to research the potential impact of the facilities. Economic and Agriculture Committee Chairman Brad Hillis said the committee heard from 12 residents regarding their feelings on the issue. Hillis said the committee recommended the moratorium […]
Bell Said More To Be Done To Keep McMinnville VA Clinic
Warren County Executive Terry Bell said the Department of Veterans Affairs will take over operations of the McMinnvillle VA Clinic. Bell said the news means the facility can ensure local veterans maintain access to healthcare. Federal officials halted a scheduled closure that was set to take effect at the end of May. “I’m really excited […]
McMinnville VA Clinic To Remain Open, Reversing Fed Decision
The McMinnville VA clinic will remain open following discussions between federal lawmakers and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Congressman Scott DesJarlais said the decision came in coordination with VA Secretary Doug Collins. The facility was previously scheduled to close on May 31 due to staffing challenges and a lack of providers in the area. Veterans […]
Warren County Officials Mobilize After VA Clinic Announcement
Warren County officials are contacting federal representatives and organizing a town hall meeting, trying to prevent the closure of the McMinnville VA Clinic. Warren County Executive Terry Bell called the decision a total surprise. Bell said he learned about the impending closure after employees received the news and it spread throughout the community. The county […]
Warren Using $250K Grant To Revitalize Three Star Mall
Warren County will use an estimated $250,000 Three-Star Grant to revitalize another section of the Three Star Mall. Warren County Executive Terry Bell said the county plans to convert an estimated 4,500 square foot space within the mall into a community hub that will also sell coffee, cookies, and ice cream. Bell said the county […]
Talks Started About Using Part Of Three Star For Expo Center
Preliminary discussions underway about converting the McMinnville Roses at the Three Star Mall into an Agriculture Expo Center once the store’s lease ends. Warren County Executive Terry Bell said the county would need to renovate the 55,000 square foot building. Bell said the talks are just a discussion for now, but he wanted to hear […]
Bell Said Unitech Opening Leads To Partnership With South Korean City
Warren County Executive Terry Bell said Friday’s announcement of a new Unitech facility in Morrison has led to a broader partnership between the county and Anseong City in South Korea. Bell said Unitech was initially attracted to the area because of the investments previously made by the county and the environment of the Upper Cumberland. […]
Warren Executive Awarded Middle Tennessee Aging Champion Award
Warren County Executive Terry Bell has been recognized as a Champion For The Aging. The Tennessee Federation for the Aging gives the award to an official who champions issues for senior citizens. Bell recently secured a new facility for the senior center in Warren County. “I’m actually really thankful to have received the award, because […]
Warren County Jail Developing Construction Courses For Inmate Education
The Warren County Jail developing education courses for inmates after running into an issue with an earlier proposed CDL class. Some $800,000 in grant money going to the project. Warren County Executive Terry Bell said they had to pivot after realizing most inmates would not qualify for CDL classes. Bell said anyone taking the CDL […]
Warren Animal Control Facility Hoping To Start Expansion This Summer
A local business has donated pre-cast walls to help construct the new Warren County Animal Control building. The county has struggled for some time with not having enough space to accommodate the influx of animals in its care. County Executive Terry Bell said they have appropriated funds and secured a location for the new facility. […]
