News Talk 94.1/AM 1600 Where The Upper Cumberland Talks
The Upper Cumberland Regional Airport Board has proposed a change that would require T-hangars to house “airworthy” aircraft. Airport manager Dean Selby said the proposal would tie an aircraft to each lease agreement. “We don’t want someone leasing a hangar, selling their aircraft, and then using that hangar for storage of miscellaneous materials,” Selby said. “I don’t know if we ... Read More »
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Bruce Rhoton Selected As New Celina Alderman
Celina resident Bruce Rhoton has been selected to fill the city’s vacant alderman position. Alderman Don Haston said he and fellow alderman Buddy Thompson faced a difficult decision in choosing who would fill the void. “I would like to say that they were all good candidates and they’re all nice people,” Haston said. “I realize we made one happy and ... Read More »
DeKalb Inmate Charged After Failing To Return From Furlough
An Alexandria man faces charges for failing to return to jail from a furlough. 45-year-old Terry Lynn Bass faces one count of escape. He will make a court appearance July 25. Sheriff Patrick Ray said a judge granted a furlough to Bass after his mother passes away over Memorial Day weekend. He failed to report back to jail by a ... Read More »
Pickett Budget Committee Approves 74-Cent Property Tax Increase
Pickett County’s budget committee has re-approved a 74-cent property tax increase to address budget shortfalls. With the increase, the county is projecting a fund balance of approximately $961,000 by the end of the 2019-2020 fiscal year. However, County Executive Carey Garner said after the meeting the commission would still have to re-apply for a loan to make ends meet. “If ... Read More »
TDOT Reduces Maintenance Grant For Airport
TDOT has reduced a $26,000 maintenance grant for the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport by $11,000. Airport Manager Dean Selby said Tuesday that the reduced amount came as a surprise. “We don’t know yet if TDOT made a mistake or if they intended to do this. When I get an answer it will make me feel a little bit more comfortable,” ... Read More »
Algood To Bid Out Long-Awaited Sewer Project
The bidding process will soon begin for Algood’s sewer rehabilitation project. City Administrator Keith Morrison said easement negotiations have entered the final stages. “We have one we are working on. We are nearing completion on it,” Morrison said. “We’re going to go ahead and get the project ready to bid and get construction ready to start.” The $2.1 million project ... Read More »
Standing Stone Health Care Board Discusses New Resolution
The Standing Stone Health Care Board of Trustees will continue to work with Monterey to update a 44-year-old resolution. Chairman Brian Eads said the trustees want to control a portion of funding from the healthcare facilities. “We are asking for 20 percent of the rent that comes in from the Standing Stone Nursing home,” Eads said. “And the other two ... Read More »
Representative Windle Being Sued By Rennova CEO
41st District House Representative John Mark Windle is being sued by the CEO of Rennova Health Systems. Seamus Lagan is seeking $100,000 in damages after Windle called him an “Irish gangster” and a “thief” through media outlets following the closure of Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC). Windle said Tuesday the lawsuit won’t prevent him from fighting for Fentress County residents ... Read More »
Cookeville Man Faces Aggravated Assault, Burglary
A Cookeville man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting two women Monday. Authorities arrested 19-year-old Dunken Deshaun Thornton for aggravated assault, aggravated burglary, and domestic assault. An arrest warrant indicates that Thornton made contact with one of the victims but was denied entry to the home. Thornton allegedly head-butted the woman and shoved her against the wall to force entry. ... Read More »
Fentress Schools To Receive Two New School Buses
Fentress County Schools will receive two new school buses this year. Director of Schools Mike Jones said a some $147,000 Volkswagen grant will provide funding for the new buses. “The savings will come when those buses will have to be replaced because you will have a longer life on the term of those buses,” Jones said. “Where they would probably ... Read More »
