Main Street Media of Tennessee (2024)

THP Plans Checkpoint

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By Cary Malone | on June 24, 2024

In compliance with a Tennessee Supreme Court ruling for all law enforcement to notify the public of when and where a roadblock will be held, Tennessee Highway Patrol is advising all motorists of a planned sobriety roadside safety checkpoint in Giles County Friday, June 28, on U.S. Highway 31 South at the 14 mile-marker. Troopers will evaluate drivers for signs […]

Lynnville Mayoral Candidate Aims for Improvements, Transparency

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By Cary Malone | on June 21, 2024

Lynnville resident Gordon Gregory has announced his candidacy for Mayor of Lynnville. Prior to moving to Lynnville two years ago, Gregory retired from United Airlines after 36 years as a manager of finance and administration. “We met more neighbors in the first few months than any other location we’ve lived,” Gregory said. “Lynnville has a unique family-centered, Christian character that […]

Training Scenarios Forge Relationships Between Emergency Agencies

By Cary Malone | on June 20, 2024

By Chandler Harmon, Staff Writer

Last week, local emergency service agencies participated in courses on Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) with classes and live exercises at TCAT-Pulaski. “It’s geared towards law enforcement and EMS in a tactical environment like an active shooter or maybe a mass casualty event,” Giles EMS Chief Willow Chavez said. Last year, emergency services requested to have the courses through the […]

Pulaski Approves Budget on First Reading

Public Hearing Set for June 25

By Cary Malone | on June 19, 2024

By Adrienne Forte, Staff Writer

The Pulaski Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved, on first reading, it’s 2024-25 budget with no property tax increase last week. City Administrator Terry Harrison presented the highlights of the 2024-25 budget to the council members at their June 11 meeting. Harrison thanked his staff, particularly Ms. Davis, for helping him put the budget together. “There’s a lot that goes […]

One Weekend Only!

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By Cary Malone | on June 18, 2024

STAAR Theatre at Antoinette Hall will showcase more than 30 local performers in its production of “Disney’s Frozen Jr.” Friday-Saturday, June 21-22, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 23, at 2 p.m. Doors open 30 minutes ahead of curtain time. Director Sandy Slayton Mavrotheris, Choreographer Mary Ann Trimble and Vocal Director Holly Aldridge, by special arrangements with Musical Theatre International, […]

Community Celebrates Juneteenth

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By Cary Malone | on June 18, 2024

Pulaski celebrates Juneteenth with music, dance and much more at Saturday’s commemoration held at W.D. Savage Park. Those in attendance heard from a variety of speakers and musical guests, while enjoying games and fellowship throughout the afternoon. Wade Neely / Pulaski Citizen

TCAT-Pulaski Breaks Ground on Expansion

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By Cary Malone | on June 13, 2024

TCAT-Pulaski representatives are joined by developers and state, county and city leaders to officially break ground on the school’s $30 million expansion. The project will see TCAT-Pulaski enlarge its facilities and add several programs, such as automotive repair and cosmetology. TCAT-Pulaski welcomes those interested in enrolling to take a campus tour to see its many in-demand skill programs with seats […]

Power Board Approves Rate Adjustment

By Cary Malone | on June 13, 2024

By Scott Stewart, Publisher

The Pulaski Electric System Board of Directors has approved a scheduled rate increase for the 2024-25 fiscal year that will go into effect in October. The 1.5 percent rate adjustment for October 2024 is the second of three planned over a three-year period. The first was passed last fall. PES CEO Scott Newton reminded board members the rate adjustment will […]

SunDrop Fest Draws 12K-Plus to Pulaski Square

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By Cary Malone | on June 12, 2024

More than 12,000 flock to the Historic Pulaski Square June 8 for the annual SunDrop Festival. Visitors were treated to perennial favorites such as the Milk Drop and Slam Drop competitions as well as various musical performances, kids activities, dozens of vendors and food truck options and much more. Giles Chamber CEO Jessie Parker said it was great to see […]

Renovations Underway at Bridgeforth Middle School

By Cary Malone | on June 11, 2024

Giles County commissioners, school board members and Bridgeforth Middle School faculty and staff gather with Brindley Construction team members for a “window-breaking” ceremony to kick-off the extensive renovation of the school. Chandler Harmon / Pulaski Citizen

EMR Program Aims to ‘Fill the Gap’

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By Cary Malone | on June 07, 2024

Giles County Emergency Services is excited to announce the implementation of a new emergency response program geared toward enhancing emergency medical services to the citizens of Giles County. Giles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Giles County Fire Rescue (GCFR) have partnered to launch an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program. This initiative aims to enhance the county’s emergency response capabilities […]

Juneteenth Celebration Set

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By Cary Malone | on June 06, 2024

The Giles County NAACP’s third annual Juneteenth Celebration will be held Saturday, June 15. The event will run from noon-6 p.m. at Pulaski’s W.D. Savage Park, 706 N. Patterson St. The afternoon will feature a 3-point shoot-out, cornhole, kickball and other games. A bouncy house/waterslide will be available for the kids to cool off. There will also be door prizes […]