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Monterey Police Department Hoping To Hire Three Officers Before New Year

The Monterey Police Department is looking to fill two open positions with the hope of hiring three officers in the next several weeks. Police Chief Bill Randolph said hiring officers has become more of a challenge in recent years. Randolph said they lost an officer to the Highway Patrol after that department offered a major pay raise. The department also ... Read More »

Four Wrecks on I-40 Emphasize Dangers of Hydroplaning

Four accidents occurred within a three-mile stretch of I-40 Thursday because of vehicles hydroplaning. Proper tire tread, following the speed limit and knowing how to navigate water on the road are all ways to avoid hydroplaning. Lieutenant Jeremy Austin with Tennessee Highway Patrol said knowing how to stay in control can make the difference. “Not to panic, staying calm and ... Read More »

Cookeville Man Killed In Sparta Accident

A Cookeville man died Monday afternoon in a crash at Sparta’s West Bockman Way and Highway 111. 88-year-old John Davis died when he attempted to make a left turn from Highway 111 onto Bockman Way. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Davis was struck by 62-year-old Glyn England. England was traveling westbound on Bockman Way. England’s vehicle struck Davis’ vehicle ... Read More »