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BSSD Board talks teacher morale
BSSD Board talks teacher morale By Logan Watson The Bradford Special School District’s Board of Education met last Monday night, discussing the morale of teachers at Bradford High School. Clayton McDade informed his fellow Board members and Superintendent Dr. Dan Black that he had received complaints regarding the administration’s treatment of teachers at…
Read MoreGCFD looking to install 3,000 free smoke alarms
GCFD looking to install 3K free smoke alarms County Commission in brief By Logan Watson Gibson County Fire Chief Bryan Cathey informed the County Commission last Tuesday morning that his department is working toward its goal of installing 3,000 smoke alarms before the end of the year. “If anybody knows friends, relatives, neighbors, church…
Read MoreGehring resigns as Bradford Alderman-Elect
Gehring resigns as Bradford Alderman-elect By Logan Watson Kyle Gehring, the former Bradford High School Ag teacher and FFA advisor accused of grooming at least two minor students under his supervision, resigned from the Bradford City Board last Wednesday after winning an uncontested election for Alderman. In September, Gehring was accused of sending multiple inappropriate…
Read MoreBREAKING: Ricky Lee Webb cleared of charges after 48 years
Ricky Lee Webb, who was convicted in 1976 for the rape and murder of a Gibson woman, has had all charges against him dropped and is now a free man after nearly 50 years. Read the full story in next week’s editions of Gibson County papers.
Read MoreEarly Voting ends Thursday
Early Voting ends Thursday By Logan Watson If you haven’t voted yet, your chances to make your voice heard in the 2024 General Election are running out. Tennessee’s Early Voting period will end this Thursday, October 31, at 6 p.m., leaving only Election Day polling on November 5 for those that want to help shape…
Read MoreTCSW honors supporters of domestic violence victims
TCSW honors supporters of Domestic Violence victims By Logan Watson Stacy Miller, President and CEO of Tennessee Correctional Services West, celebrated Domestic Violence Awareness Month by honoring a number of individuals who have gone the extra mile to support victims of Domestic Violence. On Monday, October 14, Miller and the TCSW staff held the annual…
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity home nearing completion
Habitat home nearing completion By Logan Watson Gibson County Habitat for Humanity’s most recent project is almost ready for its new owners to move in. Executive Director Gary Paschall spoke with members of the Trenton Rotary Club last Tuesday afternoon about the project and the organization’s plans once the keys are handed over to its…
Read MoreGibson County Sheriff indicted on 18 charges
Gibson County Sheriff indicted on 18 charges By Logan Watson Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas is facing 18 felony charges of Official Misconduct, according to indictments from the Gibson County Grand Jury. Under Tennessee law, Official Misconduct applies to public officials who refuse or fail to carry out their duties or misuse their authority…
Read MoreFred Culp book sale to benefit museum projects
Culp book sale to benefit museum projects By Logan Watson This week’s tent sale at Westwin will offer a more than just shirts and shoes. If you go past the racks and into the back room, you’ll be able to peruse and purchase items from the personal library of beloved PHS teacher and…
Read MoreGibson County audit is ‘concerning,’ says Comptroller
Gibson County’s annual financial report has our local leadership in hot water with the state. According to the county audit, released by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office on Wednesday, January 10, six of the eight findings come from the Gibson County Mayor’s Office, which employs the Gibson County Finance Director Leslie Milligan. The findings, which Comptroller…
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