Spencer
CRIME & SAFETY
Fire at Fall Creek Falls
At 2:42 Saturday afternoon, Piney Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire with Spencer Fire-Rescue, Fall Creek Falls Fire Dept, and Cedar Grove Fire Department. The structure was a large shed with many golf carts inside at the Dead Zero Shooting Park. Due to the reported size of the fire and the location, the Dunlap Fire Department and Harrison Ferry Fire Department were also requested for manpower and water.
Sparta Police Participating In Speeding Campaign
The Sparta Police Department is participating in a speeding enforcement campaign to promote safety and reduce speeding. Sparta Police Chief Nick Dunn said speeding is the main cause of fatalities in crashes. According to the Tennessee Department of Homeland Security, White County has already had three fatal crashes this year. Dunn said three is too many.
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