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Consultant Ray Evans recommended that the new members of the Overton County Industrial Board consider purchasing land for an industrial park. During Tuesday’s meeting, Evans said Overton County is one of the few, if not the only county in the state, that does not have land for industrial prospects. “If you don’t have industrial property available, it doesn’t not matter ... Read More »

The Livingston Board of Alderman set the requirements and time line for the police chief application process in a special called session Tuesday night. Alderman Kelly Coleman offered an initial draft that was amended several times before approval. Coleman said he used samples to form the listing. “Basically, I went through and highlighted things I like in blue and things ... Read More »

Livingston Fire Department investigating a possible electrical wiring issue in city’s downtown area. Fire Chief Rocky Dial said crews are trying to find the source of a smell that may be coming from an electrical wire burn. Dial said no fire or smoke is visible, but several fire trucks and crews are on standby. Dial said Main Street in front ... Read More »

The Putnam County Library Board of Trustees has begun the search for a new library director. Former director Phil Schaller has resigned. Board Chair Harry Ingle said a subcommittee will begin application screenings Monday. “We’re really looking for someone that obviously has experience in a library system,” Ingle said. “At least three years within a public library system, demonstrated some ... Read More »

Multiple law enforcement agencies are investigating a possible plane crash near the Rockwood Airport in Roane County. According to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department, first responders were alerted Tuesday morning of a single engine plane that reportedly crashed. Search areas have been narrowed to the airport from Old 28 Highway and possibly Morgan County. As of 11:00 a.m. Cumberland County ... Read More »

The Overton County Board of Education will begin the process of finding a permanent director of schools. That after previous director Dr. Mark Winningham was removed from his position Tuesday. Chairman Jarman Hicks said the process will begin with opening applications. “Usually, what Overton County Schools does is take applications and conduct a director search,” Hicks said. “Then, go through ... Read More »

The Monterey Healthcare Advisory Board has started a search to replace Dr. Charles Gray Smith who will retire this month. Dr. Smith has practiced out of Monterey for over 30 years and is the town’s only physician. Chairman Brian Eads said the committee wants to fill the role soon, but recruitment may be an issue. “There is a shortage of ... Read More »

Monterey Fire Chief Kevin Peters will lead the search for a ladder truck replacement. Peters said a used ladder truck with safety features the department needs would cost around $150,000. “I am wanting a platform, so you can get up and see exactly what you are looking at down below,” Peters said. “That fire the other day we were having ... Read More »