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Sparks fly over constable request

The county’s Safety Committee has received a request to assist constables in the purchase of radios.

Smithville Highway wreck results in citation

Details released in a Smithville Highway wreck that occurred on Friday.

Charges pending in vehicle-related fatality

A child was fatally wounded after being struck by a vehicle.

Criminal Court Docket: Oct. 28, 2026

Justin Edward Jeffery Templeton will serve the next 24 years in prison, without the possibility of early release.

County considers TACN radio purchase

Warren County Government is considering the purchase of TACN radios. The lowest bidder was $477,178.

He’s an LSU Tigers fan

Kelvin Ridgley has accepted the city of McMinnville’s offer to be its next city administrator. Contract negotiations are underway.

City gives nod to newcomer

Interim City Administrator Justin Scott did not get the nod from McMinnville officials.

Criminal Court Dockets: Oct. 27, 2026

Charges pending in Smithville Highway wreck

Three were injured in yesterday’s vehicle crash on Smithville Highway. Charges are pending against two.

New voting precinct established

Half the residents of District 5 have a new voting precinct for Election Day.

City administrator search ending

McMinnville officials are scheduled to select the next city administrator at 7 p.m. on Oct. 27. Justin Scott is currently holding the position as interim.

Electric plane makes historic landing

An all-electric aircraft landed at Warren County Memorial Airport, a first in the airport’s history.

Airport to reduce zoning control

Changes are under consideration for zoning at Warren County Memorial Airport.

Grundy teen charged in murder

A Grundy County teen has been arrested and charged with criminal homicide.

Pile-up on South Chancery

A wreck on South Chancery Street this morning involved three vehicles.

Man faces life in prison

A local man has been charged with aggravated rape of a child. If convicted, the state requires a sentence of death or life in prison.

Neal named Officer of the Year

McMinnville Police Sgt. Katelyn Neal has been named Officer of the Year by McMinnville Evening Exchange Club.

Court Dockets: Oct. 20, 2026

One injured in Shellsford Road wreck

One injured in Shellsford Road rollover wreck that occurred at 10 a.m. today.

One fatality in Monday wreck

Fatality in West Green Hill wreck.

Shelbyville Road makes paving list

Seven miles of Shelbyville Road have made the paving list for 2027.

Dog, cat saved in home fire

A residential fire on Cherokee Drive occurred today at noon.

UPDATE: Culvert cost savings

This box culvert on Cooper Road was caving in, which prompted emergency repairs by Warren County Highway Department.

County considers $500,000 project

The city has asked the county to relocate its ambulance, which is currently being housed at McMinnville Fire Department’s Station 2.

No motion, no law office

A measure to change the zoning of a West Main Street property has failed.

Man charged in display of private parts

Local man charged with indecent exposure in an incident that occurred at Arms Apartments.

Power tool used in domestic assault

Christopher J. Oldham has been charged with domestic assault. Because the situation involved a power tool, the judge has ordered him not to possession any.

Arraignment Docket: Oct. 13, 2026

General Sessions Judge Ryan J. Moore had an eight-page arraignment docket this morning. Several cases were resolved.

New future for old church

The city of McMinnville to consider a rezoning request for this church on Peers Street.

Pedestrian involved collision

Brush fire destroys 21 acres

A brush fire on Nash Road today consumed 21 acres before local fire departments could get the blaze under control.

Early voting begins next week

Early voting for the Nov. 3 election begins Wednesday, Oct. 14.

Criminal Court Docket: Oct. 7, 2026

Anderson Street reprieve is up

The owner of this dilapidated house was given 30 days to determine what she planned to do with it, or the city would demolish. That timeframe has passed.

Drought conditions continue

Drought conditions continue in Warren County. EMA Director Jason Hillis says the county is in a D2.

One injured in midday wreck

Survey shows decrease in homeless numbers

An annual HUD survey on homelessness indicates that it is decreasing in Warren County.

McMinnville VA Clinic to remain open

Congressman Scott DesJarlais has announced that the VA Clinic in McMinnville will remain open.

DA press release on officer involved shooting