52+ min ago   (410+ words) Clay County Sheriff Brandon Boone said he is scheduled to meet with the Tennessee Corrections board this week to discuss the county’s progress on a new jail. And Boone said he continues to wait on the federal government. Clay County…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (366+ words) Monterey Police Department’s command staff earned the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association Trilogy Award after completing three phases of leadership training. Lieutenant Andrew Neff said the award is granted once the command staff completes the supervisor, command, and executive…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (605+ words) White County Sheriff Steve Page beginning a new four-year term with a focus on drug enforcement, school safety, and maintaining a top-tier correctional facility. Page said the results of the recent election show that citizens have seen the success of…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (310+ words) Overton County Sheriff John Garrett secured a decisive victory to continue his service as the county’s top law enforcement official after receiving 64 percent of the vote. Garrett said the election results represent a significant win that allows him to maintain…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (475+ words) The Monterey Police Department told he Board of Aldermen in Monday’s meeting they are looking to hire a new certified patrolman following the sudden resignation of an officer. Police Chief John Mackie said the officer originally provided a two-week notice…...

4+ week, 21+ hour ago   (375+ words) Cookeville Police Department hosting National Night Out Tuesday to build relationships between first responders and the community through a series of free family activities at Dogwood Park. Administrative Sergeant Charlotte Austin said the event serves as a central location for…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (586+ words) The White County Commissioners voted Monday to rescind a previous resolution authorizing the use of license plate surveillance cameras throughout the county. Board Chair Derrick Hutchings said the commission decided to reverse course after receiving significant feedback from residents regarding…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (543+ words) In light of a series of prank phone calls to end the school year, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office released an educational video reminding parents the legal consequences of threats of violence. Sheriff Eddie Farris said he coordinated with the…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (601+ words) Candidates for Overton County Executive will participate in a public forum Thursday to discuss their visions for the future of the county. Independent candidate Ben Danner said the event provides a necessary opportunity for voters to evaluate the knowledge and…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (165+ words) A former Cumberland County emergency services employee faces multiple felony indictments after a state investigation found he falsified timesheets Tennessee Comptroller’s Office Adam Johnson accused of stealing more than $117,000 from Cumberland and Wilson counties. That includes more than $112 thousand from…...