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Turner Construction Company, along with partners Jesse Stutts, Inc. and Jake Marshall Service, Inc., are hosting an informational open house for local small and minority-owned trade businesses on Feb. 29. Turner and its partners are currently working on facility restoration and modernization projects supporting the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) near Tullahoma, Tenn. The event …
On Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Erlanger-Sequatchie medical facility, an inmate grabbed a correction officer’s firearm, and a struggle ensued, involving a discharge of the firearm. The inmate has now been charged. An off-duty deputy from a neighboring county assisted the correction officer in securing the inmate. There were minor injuries to those involved …
The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office is providing general information concerning an incident at the Erlanger – Sequatchie medical facility after an inmate grabbed a correction officer’s firearm and a struggle ensued, involving a discharge of the firearm. An off-duty deputy from a neighboring county assisted the correction officer in securing the inmate. There were minor …
National “Wear Red Day” is Friday, Feb. 2, and it aims to raise awareness of the leading cause of death in women, which is cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. From clothing to buildings, you’ll certainly be seeing a lot of red. Women account for more than 57% of total stroke deaths. It’s …
Blood Assurance has appointed Dr. Liz Culler as its new President & CEO. Culler began her career at Blood Assurance as Medical Director in 2006. She was later named Chief Medical Officer and has served in that position ever since. During her tenure, Culler has played a pivotal role in Blood Assurance’s expansion in the …
Entries are open for the 2024 Lodge National Cornbread Cook-Off! The Cook-Off champion will receive a $5,000 cash prize and a 30-inch stainless steel gas range from FiveStar Professional Cooking Equipment, and special gifts from Lodge Cast Iron. All finalists receive up to $500 travel reimbursement and a gift basket courtesy of Lodge Cast Iron. …
State Senator Mark Pody (R-Lebanon) has announced important progress in ongoing efforts to improve school safety. A new security technology alert device is now eligible for school safety grants to cut down on response times in emergencies and help protect teachers and students. At the push of a button from teachers, the new technology can …
The Dunlap Police Department would like to recognize Officer Derek Crawley and Police Clerk Keshia Hickman for completing last week’s Tennessee Highway Safety Office’s 32-Hour Child Protective Seat Technician Certification course at the Signal Mtn. Police Department. This gives the Dunlap Police three certified technicians. The police department is also a Fit Station. If anyone …
Grundy County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about the theft of a red K5 Blazer stolen from 1635 Main St in Palmer. The vehicle was stolen during the morning hours on January 29, 2024. If anyone has any information about this incident, contact the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office at (931) 692-3466. The vehicle was not …
UPS announced Tuesday that the package delivery company is eliminating approximately 12,000 jobs and looking at strategic options for its Coyote truck load brokerage business. CEO Carol Tome said that by reducing the company’s headcount, UPS will realize $1 billion in cost savings.
