A joint investigation led to a second arrest in contention with a McMinnville shooting that occurred in January. Authorities arrested 39-year-old James Earl Wells, Jr. for First Degree Murder, Attempt to Commit Especially Aggravated Burglary, and four counts of Aggravated Assault. On January 12, TBI Special Agents began investigating the Lind Street shooting. A press release indicates that 32-year-old Darius ... Read More »
The Baxter Police Department will hire new policemen after the resignation of two officers this month. Police Chief Danny Holmes said Officer Ryan Bean and Brian Maxwell will leave the department for better-paying jobs. “It seems like it is the midnight shift that I always lose, but on this occasion, it’s not because of the shift. It is because they ... Read More »
A Crossville joint-narcotics operation search led to the seizure of firearms and narcotics near a children’s daycare Tuesday. The Crossville Police Department Narcotics Detectives executed a search warrant at 52 Penny Lane, Apt. 102. The residence is in the area of 8 Crossville Schools, including Lil Punkin Childcare. A press release indicates that in-depth undercover investigations and drug purchases led ... Read More »
The City of Algood will seek further citizen input before deciding whether to take down the water tower this year. Mayor Lisa Chapman-Fowler said many residents have advocated for refurbishing the tower. “So I have had a lot of replies that people would like to keep the tower. And we have laughed and called it “Save the Tank” or whatever ... Read More »
Putnam County must wait for environmental review clearances to begin work on the Sports Complex expansion. Parks and Recreation Director John Albertson said the department met with Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) officials last month. “So far what we are doing, we are waiting on environmental clearances that we have to go through for the property prior to ... Read More »
The Dekalb County Fire Department has promoted the first ever female lieutenant. Fire Chief Donny Green said Kristie Johnson will provide county-wide supervision and leadership for the department. “We have had female firefighters on the department for a while but she is the first one to be promoted to the rank of lieutenant,” Johnson said. “We are excited about having her on ... Read More »
Spring turkey hunting season will open across the state Saturday. TWRA Regional Big Game Biologist Ben Layton said poor weather may affect opening weekend harvest numbers. “We are expecting a good season this year. Unfortunately, in some parts of the state, it looks like the weather for this opening weekend may not be good for everyone,” Layton said. “They are calling ... Read More »
With Spring in the air, drivers may encounter more motorcyclists on the road. Cookeville Police Lieutenant Jeff Johnson asks citizens to “look twice” during this time. “Motorcycle riders have been kind of cooped-up all year,” Johnson said. “When spring comes around everyone wants to get out and people kind of forget to look for motorcycles.” Johnson said motorcycles provide little ... Read More »
Putnam County Schools are advising students and parents to stay up to date on vaccinations. The advisement comes after an Avery Trace Middle School staff member was diagnosed with Hepatitis A. Coordinated School Health Supervisor Melanie Bussell said most students have both Hep A vaccinations. “But there could be some students in the eighth grade with the birth year 2005 and ... Read More »
Tennessee State Parks will welcome the new season with the annual Spring Hikes. Deputy Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment Conservation Anne Marshall said the event gives hikers several options to choose from. “The spring hikes are a great way to explore our parks, as well as get to know other people who share the outdoors in a group setting,” said ... Read More »
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