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Nick-A-Jack resident possesses unique restoration talents
By Eddie West Staff Writer Breathing new life into that which has been placed aside, stored away or even discarded requires the skills of a craftsman and sometimes artistic vision. Self-taught auto restoration and repair and carpentry, a Pleasant Shade area resident possesses both a talent to envision what others may not see and skills required…
Read MoreStolen vehicle, drugs located
By Eddie West Staff Writer A sheriffs department investigation into a man who fled from a deputy led to an in-depth investigation and charges being filed against two people. On September 4, Deputy Nathan Williams discovered a black sedan traveling along Lebanon Highway/Highway 70 west near Flat Rock Road. Deputy Williams attempted to stop the vehicle…
Read MoreSchool system cutting staff
By Eddie West Staff Writer In an effort to down-size the school system’s budget, staffing cuts have been made. Several paraprofessionals and full-time substitute teacher positions have been eliminated. The cuts in staffing are part of the school system’s overall plan to meet a $35 million budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The $35 million budget…
Read MoreCounty commission races set; Eight candidates in Elmwood, Chestnut Mound race
By Eddie West Staff Writer There wasn’t much interest in this summer’s District 8 (Elmwood/Chestnut Mound) county commission race. No one qualified for the August ballot, leaving three seats vacant on the county legislative body. A few weeks later, it’s a different story. Nine candidates returned qualifying papers to run in a special election to be…
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