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Doyle Fire Receives Grant For New Rescue Equipment

The Doyle Volunteer Fire Department received a grant from the State Fire Marshal’s Office meant to increase its rescue capabilities. Fire Chief Jason Sparks said the grant will provide them with lightweight PPE that is dual-certified for rescue and wildland firefighting in addition to other tools meant to improve their abilities in rescue situations. Sparks said the materials from the ... Read More »

Maryland Man Shot Dead In Cookeville Monday Morning

The Cookeville Police Department responded to a call early Monday morning at 586 South Jefferson Avenue where they found the deceased victim of an apparent gunshot wound. Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said detectives believe that they located all parties involved, including 36-year-old Christopher Posey of Maryland, who was dead on arrival. He said he believes this was an isolated incident. “If ... Read More »

Byrdstown Considering Pump Station Upgrades

Byrdstown Aldermen discussed upgrades for a local pump station Monday night to prepare for the construction of a new RV park and housing options. Mayor Sam Gibson said both projects will rely on the same sewer line, which feeds into a pump station near the city’s Dairy Queen. He said the station will need to be expanded and upgraded before ... Read More »

Algood City Council To Vote On Dog Park Plan

Algood City Council will decide the best options for the construction of a dog park fence Tuesday night. Parks and Recreation Director Roy Phipps presented the council with prices for building a residential or commercial-grade fence, or accepting a bid and having contractors build one. He said a 200-by-200 five-foot residential-grade fence would cost the city some $10 per linear ... Read More »

Byrdstown Mayor Wants To Honor State Champions

Byrdstown Mayor Sam Gibson said he wants to put up signs to celebrate the Pickett County Girls High School Basketball Championship. Gibson said he would like to work with the county and a local tourism group to get the signs in place. He said he does not care whether the sign is in the county or the city, as long ... Read More »

Baxter Changing Regulations On Subdivision Lighting

Changes in Baxter regulations will require subdivision developers to install their own streetlights, releasing the city from that responsibility. Building Inspector and Codes Officer Bob Lane said the need for a change has arisen now that a handful of subdivisions are under construction. He said the city has been installing wooden streetlights and paying per-light through a deal with Upper ... Read More »

UCHRA Public Transit Implementing Overdose Protection

UCHRA will equip Public Transportation drivers with naloxone nasal spray, an overdose-prevention medication. Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist Justin Cantrell said making the life-saving medication available will lighten the workload for law enforcement and first responders. He said he hopes this makes a dent in overdose rates, the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 49. ... Read More »

New Ambulances On The Way To Clay For Aging Chassis

Two new ambulances are on the way in Clay County to mitigate soaring maintenance costs caused by high-milage units. EMS Director Andy Hall said he expects one ambulance to arrive this fall, while the second remains at least a year from arrival. He said the county had to replace a $16,000 motor for an ambulance recently. He said that money ... Read More »

Plans Underway For Jackson Middle School Roof Replacement

Jackson County Schools will begin formulating a plan to replace the leaky roof atop Jackson County Middle School. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the existing roof is some 20 years old and has outlived its lifespan. He said with recent severe weather, maintenance crews have had to do significant patchwork to restrict leakage. He said the time is coming ... Read More »

Cookeville Fire Receives Grant For Rescue Squad Equipment

The Cookeville Fire Department has secured a grant of some $62,000 for new turnout gear and upgraded rescue squad equipment. Fire Chief Benton Young said several years ago, Cookeville City Council bought lightweight turnout gear for each department employee, but employees have left and been replaced by people who cannot fit that gear. He said the department also requested swiftwater ... Read More »