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The National Suicide Prevention Hotline has changed to an easier three-digit number. State Mental Health and Substance Abuse Commissioner Marie Williams said 9-8-8 is what Tennessee residents will now dial for mental health emergencies. “It’s absolutely good news to me, and I hope it is good news to everybody out there that is in a crisis,” Williams said. “When you ... Read More »

A Baxter Fire Lieutenant and Investigator has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Tennessee Advisory Committee on Arson. Investigator Zachary Womack said TACA uses a lot of effort to provide low cost arson training for volunteer fire departments in rural areas. Womack said the lack of resources in the community can lead to arson. “You can see ... Read More »

Jackson County EMA has established a hotline for residents and business owners to report flood damage. Anyone who has taken flood damage is asked to call (931) 268-6177. Jackson County EMA Spokesperson Derek Woolbright said residents who call will receive a voicemail prompt asking for their name, phone number and address. Woolbright said that residents who leave a message will ... Read More »