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Construction Underway For Sparta Dog Pound
Construction underway on a new Sparta dog pound at the Public Works headquarters on South Carter Street. Public Works Director Dillard Quick said the 24-by-30-foot facility will centralize the city’s Animal Control operations. He said the structure will feature five pens, running water and climate control, and a playpen. He said the building would be much smaller than the space previously used at the Sparta Police Station, which was far larger than necessary.
Medal of Honor Recipient Larry Taylor Defied Orders and Saved American Lives in Vietnam
The Medal of Honor has been handed out to just over 3,500 servicemen since its inception during the American Civil War. It’s a symbol of gallantry and bravery in the face of danger, and is only presented to the best of the best the US military has among its ranks. On September 5, 2023, retired US Army Capt. Larry Taylor received the honor for the daring rescue of four ground troops amid heavy enemy fire during the Vietnam War.
Hate group caught on camera calling group of children racial slurs enrages parents; NAACP calls for nonviolent response
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A video circulating on social media has parents enraged. The video shows a hate group calling a group of children a variety of racial slurs. Jonathan Williamson, president of the NAACP Nashville chapter spoke with WSMV4 about the incident. “At this point when children are involved...
Tellico Village Volunteer Fire Department dealing with drought
Over the past few weeks, Tellico Village and its residents — like the rest of East Tennessee — have been experiencing high temperatures and heat waves, along with long stints without rain. According to the official U.S. drought-monitoring website … parts of Loudon County are in the midst of moderate drought while other areas have been categorized as experiencing severe levels of drought. These conditions often lead to a rise...
Tennessee man leads police chase in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A Tennessee native has been arrested after leading Kentucky State Police on a high-speed chase through Owensboro. Authorities say they arrested George Scott after failing to stop for a trooper on I-165. They say the chase led to US 60 Bypass and onto KY 54 east. Other troopers were said to […]
Patients say Fort Oglethorpe clinic cost them thousands in surprise billing fees
FORT OGLETHORPE, Ga. — We have received several complaints from patients of a walk-in clinic in Fort Oglethorpe, who say that billing issues have cost them thousands of dollars. These complaints involve Physicians Care in Fort Oglethorpe. Some patients have reported that the business initially claims to accept their...
Elizabethton awarded TDEC grant for remediation projects
CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced the City of Elizabethton will receive funds from a Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant for remediation projects. Elizabethton’s was one of 36 grants awarded across Tennessee totaling $718,757 to help redevelop vacant or underutilized properties. The City of Elizabethton was awarded $20,000 […]
Gillespie Woman Seeks Funds For Final Tennessee Mountain Trip
GILLESPIE - Anna Reiniesch, a 39-year-old woman from Gillespie, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to fulfill her final wish of visiting the Tennessee mountains. Reiniesch, who is on hospice care due to liver failure and Stage 5 kidney failure, hopes to make the trip at the end of August. "I...
Tennessee campaign finance officials blast AG, calling deferral of inquiry an abdication
Members of Tennessee’s Registry of Election Finance on Tuesday accused Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti of sluggish and inadequate handling of campaign finance investigations, calling his approach “an abdication of responsibility.” The registry oversees campaign finance in Tennessee and criticism arose from an investigation requested by members into a complaint against two groups that...
La Vergne Man Wins $1,000 a Week for Life in Cash 4 Life Drawing
July 22, 2024 – A change to what had become a “morning coffee routine” led to a very lucky happenstance for a La Vergne man, who won $1,000 a week for life playing the Tennessee Education Lottery’s Cash 4 Life drawing-style game. “The store where I...
Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tennessee Republican files articles of impeachment against Harris
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Harris on Tuesday, as Republicans ramp up attacks while she launches a presidential campaign. The filing expands on previously introduced articles that target Harris’s record on immigration, a GOP rallying cry against the vice president. He added a second article in the new filing,…
Surcheros Signs Largest Development Deal in Company History
Surcheros, a community favorite rooted in bold flavors with Southern hospitality, is set to mark its official debut in Tennessee. The Fresh Mex brand has announced a significant franchise agreement with WilCo Fresh Mex, LLC, marking the brand’s largest development deal to date. This expansion will introduce Surcheros to the Nashville market with plans for seven new units.
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee’s Father of the United Nations
On the anniversary of his death, a reminder of why we should probably all know more about who Cordell Hull was. Plus the local news for July 23, 2024 and a debut album that was years in the works. Credits:. This is a production of Nashville Public Radio. Host/producer: Nina...
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