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Scott County Responds as Winter Storms Test State By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Scott County residents were reminded last week – and again over the weekend – just how disruptive winter weather patterns can be in a region that rarely experiences extended periods of snow and ice. While Winter Storm Fern, thus named…

Be Prepared for Hazardous Winter Storms By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] As winter storms swept across Tennessee last week, Scott County was reminded that while snow covered hills and quiet, icy mornings can be strikingly beautiful, winter weather also brings real risks. Power outages across the region, hazardous roads, and below average temperatures…

Natural Weather Oddity Startles Local Residents By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] With winter weather settling firmly over the region, many Scott and McCreary County residents recently reported loud, sudden tremors inside their homes, which announced themselves with sharp booms and subtle to heavy vibrations that left them fearing the worst. Some worried that…

Scott County slammed by Winter Weather By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] While predictions of a foot of snow did not matriculate, the snow and ice combination was enough to bring East Tennessee to a screeching standstill, as Scott County officials moved quickly to prepare for deteriorating winter conditions. Ahead of what was hyped…

Cumberland Clear warns legislators that voters are watching   By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Cumberland Clear, the citizen-based organization formed in response to the proposed Roberta II landfill, continued its battle against the local landfill proposal with a trip to Nashville last week, aimed at ensuring state legislators hear directly from communities being…

Landfill Still Faces Scrutiny Despite State Wildlife Sign-Off By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Last week, SCN published an article titled “Could Endangered Species Lawsuit Impact Roberta?” examining whether a recent lawsuit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service could have implications for the proposed Roberta II landfill development in northern Scott County. The…

McMillan enters race for State House By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Seth McMillan, a local certified public accountant and native of Scott County, announced last week that he is seeking the House Seat for Tennessee 38th District, currently held by Republican Kelly Keisling. McMillan pointed to strong opposition to the proposed landfill as…

Big South Fork Medical Expansion brings critical health care   By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Scott County is once again raising the bar when it comes to health care, as Big South Fork Medical Center (BSFMC) helps lead the way with an annoucement of the facility’s expansive services. Last week, the hospital announced…

County Commission commits additional funds to fight Roberta By Shane Gilreath SCN Contributing Editor [email protected] Following weeks of community anticipation, the Scott County Commission met last Tuesday and formally introduced a resolution reaffirming its support for the Scott-McCreary Environmental Coalition (SMEC) and its ongoing legal and investigative efforts opposing the proposed Roberta II landfill. The…