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Putnam County Commissioner Dale Moss said he is working on finding a more centralized voting precinct to add to the ninth District. Moss said constituents told him they wanted a more convenient location rather than traveling outside of the district to vote at Upperman Middle School. “They have contacted me, they being several looking for something more convenient and something ... Read More »

Bobby Williams will fill the vacant seat on the Putnam County Commission, serving as fifth district commissioner. Williams gained the required 12 votes from commissioners. He will serve as a fifth district commissioner for seven months completing the remainder of Terry Randolph’s term. “When I heard Mr. Randolph was leaving, I called Randy Porter and said I have no interest ... Read More »

Overton County beginning the process of appointing its fourth commissioner this term after the passing of Frank Martin. County Executive Ben Danner said the open seat is in District one, comprised of Livingston and areas near Hillham and Monroe. Danner said this is a large district but is unsure how many nominees will throw their name in for consideration. “So ... Read More »

It’s back to the drawing board in Pickett County as five County Commissioners voted against the proposed 2020-2021 budget. Fourth District County Commissioner Darrell Garrett was one of the five. Garrett said this year’s budget did not decrease taxes or search for other sources of revenue for the county. “We let the people know in good faith that when we ... Read More »