Anderson County says, “Yes” to Rail-Trail. Is Scott County Next? By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The proposed Rail Trail project, which could directly impact Scott County, received a major endorsement from Anderson County during the County Commission’s May meeting, where commissioners unanimously passed a resolution supporting efforts to convert the abandoned 42-mile rail…

Oneida Passes ATV Ordinance for Park By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] During last week’s meeting of the Oneida Mayor and Aldermen, the municipality approved an ordinance regulating the use of all-terrain vehicles, utility terrain vehicles, side-by-sides, and similar off-highway vehicles inside Oneida City Park. The measure, which has been previously discussed in Oneida,…

Phillips-Jones Chosen for Statewide Leadership Program By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The University of Tennessee Municipal Technical Advisory Service (MTAS), an agency of the Institute for Public Service (IPS), who serves municipalities across Tennessee by providing technical assistance, training, and consulting services, has announced the inaugural cohort for PULSE TN – Strength Based…

Body Cameras Coming to County   By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is moving closer to implementing body cameras for its deputies following the recent donation of surplus equipment from the Fentress County Sheriff’s Office. In a statement released this week, Sheriff Brian Keeton announced that his administration gladly…