Tag Archives: Luke Collins

A Vol State-sponsored phlebotomy class is a go in Celina. Vice President for Economic Development and Regional Centers Nick Bishop said this opens the door for Vol State to continue working with Celina. “We really appreciate our friends and partners there with the city of Celina,” Bishop said. “They’re trying to do the best they can to create access to ... Read More »

Celina Aldermen will not allow any sewer taps outside of the city limits without annexation. Mayor Luke Collins said the issue arose when the city provided sewer lines to an industrial property outside of the city that was later turned into residential housing. Collins said that led to more residences trying to get added to the Celina sewer systems. Collins ... Read More »

While a deal for a potential EMT Class at the former Cumberland River Hospital is off the table for now, a plan now being crafted for a Phlebotomy class through Vol State. Celina officials originally said they would pay $15,000 for three classes with their primary goal of getting an EMT class. Celina Mayor Luke Collins told the Board of ... Read More »

An Allentown, New York fire truck could soon become part of the Celina fleet after Alderman approved the fire department to potentially spend $30,000 Tuesday night. Two of Celina’s trucks are currently out of service, leaving the city with only one truck. Russell West of the Celina Volunteer Fire Department said the first step would be to fly to New ... Read More »

Clay County High School’s tennis courts have been shown the love. Boys and Girls Tennis Coach Tasha Bailey said that the courts were full of cracks and in need of repair. Bailey said Mayor Luke Collins and city workers volunteered to use some leftover supplies from the recent city court renovation to upgrade the Bulldogs’ facility. “It was a concern, ... Read More »

Celina Aldermen approved the bid for the repaving of Mitchell Street and River Drive. The board unanimously approved the bid from Edmonds Paving & Sealcoating for a $129,725. There was a competing bid from Rogers Group. Mayor Luke Collins said Edmonds Paving & Sealcoating would start bringing equipment quickly to prepare for the job. Collins also said he hoped the ... Read More »

The Celina Board of Aldermen unanimously voted Tuesday night to restore the city’s portion of pay to its Veterans Service Officer. Aldermen voted last month voted to freeze their portion of the pay after a dispute with former officer Brad Halfacre on the proposed Veterans Memorial. The $20,000 annual salary is split between Clay County, Jackson County, Gainesboro, and Celina. ... Read More »

Clay County will now operate the ambulance service with all ambulances and many of the city’s former workers already back in place. With the help of the state, Clay County Mayor Dale Reagan declared a state of emergency Tuesday to facilitate the transfer from the City of Celina. He said as of 6 p.m. Tuesday, the county has two ambulances ... Read More »

The entire Celina ambulance staff walked out this morning, including EMS Director Andy Hall. Hall said he resigned Monday morning after 24 years with the service because Mayor Luke Collins decided to replace the service’s medical director. “The EMS Director helps appoint this and discusses who the medical director is for the service,” Hall said. “And he just bypassed all ... Read More »

A Celina paramedic said he was fired by the city for voicing opposition to the proposed hiring of a new medical director. The city will have a meeting on Monday, May 22nd to vote on an EMS Medical Director to re-open the Hospital. Kyle Haney said that he had openly disagreed with Mayor Luke Collins about the hiring. Haney said ... Read More »