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“I’ve never seen it come up this much, this fast,” says Judy McKinney of Clara Drive as she looks over the front yard of the home where she’s lived for approximately 40 years. “I didn’t even have time to get my cars out.”

DELUGE

More than 3 inches of rain fell in a short time over northern Shelbyville on Sunday afternoon, leaving roads flooded and homes surrounded by water deeper than anyone had seen in memory, if … more

8/9/22

Bedford Mayor Chad Graham and family celebrated his win on election night. Graham is shown with his son Daryl and nieces Desiraee Biggs and Derica Pyrdom.

Low turnout in general election

The total number of registered voters in Bedford County is 28,087. But only 4,332 voters turned out for the last general election, according to the post election summary report. There were 1,997 … more

By ZOË HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 8/9/22

Back row, from left: Alderman Sonia Miller, Randall Arnold with Ward Construction, Utilities and Public Works Manager Philip Miller, Engineer Robert Stigall, Alderman Allan Tabit, Lorie Fisher from South Central Tennessee Development District, Alderman Joe McCurry. Front row, Commissioner Don Gallagher, Bedford Mayor Chad Graham, Johnny Ward of Ward Construction, and Wartrace Mayor Cindy Drake.

Union Ridge water lines to provide relief soon

The Union Ridge waterline extension project in Wartrace is underway. Contractors, developers, and several local officials met Wednesday to discuss the next steps to take. Many Union Ridge … more

By ZOË HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 8/6/22

This is a conceptual drawing for the new Tennessee College of Applied Technology facility. TCAT’s facility will be a part of what is being named, “Bedford County Higher Education Center.” Designs are by Bauer-Askew

New TCAT site unveiled

The design for Shelbyville’s new Tennessee College of Applied Technology facility was approved last July by the State Building Commission. According to TCAT-S President Laura Monks, this … more

By ZOË HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 8/6/22

Rich sentenced to 59 years behind bars

“Mr. Rich has exhibited little or no regard for human life,” Senior Trial Judge Thomas J. Wright said during the sentencing hearing of 25-year-old Samuel Earl Rich on Thursday. more

By TERENCE CORRIGAN | 8/6/22

County general election results

August 4 County General and State Primary results more

8/4/22

Kimberly Walden served as flag bearer at the 2021 Wartrace Horse Show.

Wartrace continues history

Saturday, Aug. 6, marks the 116th anniversary of the Wartrace Horse Show. There are over 30 classes this year. The event, sponsored by Civic Enterprises of Wartrace, begins at 6 p.m., at Jernigan … more

By DAWN HANKINS - dhankins@t-g.com | 8/4/22

Bella (black and white), who was abandoned, and May (brown and white), get some love from Shelbyville Animal Control officers Mariah Teal, left, and Corey Prater. Both dogs are vaccinated, spayed, microchipped and ready to adopt.

City animal control helps dogs, cats thrive

Want a dog? Shelbyville Animal Care and Control can help. As of last week the facility had 23 dogs available for adoption — an unusually high number, said Shelbyville Animal Control … more

By DAVID MELSON - dmelson@t-g.com | 8/2/22

Early voting is over for the County General Election which is Thursday, Aug. 4. It’s time now to decide which candidate will best serve in their respective district for county government. There are enough signs out now to see who’s on the ballot.

Early voter turnouts lower

According to Bedford County Administrator of Elections Summer Leverette, the early voting turnout for Thursday’s General Election is lower than past August elections. Early voting ended last … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 8/2/22

Backpack giveaway bash

Local schools started back on Monday and several kids had brand new backpacks, thanks to a traditional backpack give-a-way, held Friday at H.V. Griffin Park. It was the 18th annual Back to School … more

By ZOE HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 8/2/22

Budgets, SROs, early literacy discussed

Bedford County Commission’s Financial Management Committee met Tuesday to review monthly reports as well as adopt an amendment to the budget that implements the new County pay scale model. … more

By ZOË HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 7/30/22

Soup kitchen adds serving hours

From humble beginnings in the basement at First United Methodist Church on the square to a new donated, building on South Cannon Boulevard, Shelbyville Community Soup Kitchen has come a long way. But … more

By DAWN HANKINS - dhankins@t-g.com | 7/30/22

An architect’s rendering of the Duksan Electera America, Inc. factory to be built in 231 North Industrial Park.

New industry revealed

The state finally revealed the name of the industry, referred to as Project Cardinal, that will go into the 231 North Industrial Park. Officials announced Wednesday that Duksan Electera America, … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 7/30/22

COWGIRL AT HEART

Julie Smith says she’s always been a cowgirl at heart. She and Daniel Calahan took in every aspect they could think of at last week’s Bedford County Fair. See a story about Julie’s … more

7/26/22

City property tax to remain at $1.59

During a recent special called meeting, Shelbyville City Council passed the municipal property tax levy for the coming fiscal year, which reflects no change over last year at 1.59 (per $100 assessed … more

By DAWN HANKINS - dhankins@t-g.com | 7/26/22

The great County reset

Bedford County Mayor Chad Graham gave a presentation Tuesday evening to explain the new pay scale correction for county employees. Graham gave the talk to justify the recent property tax rate … more

By ZOË HAGGARD - zhaggard@t-g.com | 7/26/22

BC schools rank last in per pupil spending

During Tuesday night’s school board meeting, John Boutwell presented per pupil spending numbers for Bedford County. Sadly, those numbers haven’t increased by much since he gave a similar … more

By DAWN HANKINS - dhankins@t-g.com | 7/23/22

Caregiver charged with defrauding patient

An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Medicaid Fraud Control Division has resulted in the arrest of a Shelbyville woman, charged with financially exploiting a … more

T-G STAFF REPORT | 7/22/22

Suspect arrested after shots fired at officers

A man who allegedly fired at Shelbyville police officers early today was captured a few hours later off Depot Street.No officers were struck when Rosson A. Pickett of Murfreesboro shot through the … more

By DAVID MELSON - dmelson@t-g.com | 7/20/22

AGAINST THE LAW, CRUEL

This was one of several sweet puppies dumped on the side of the road in a box last week in 90-plus degree heat. Some thoughtful folks rescued them and now they’re being fostered, until adoption … more

7/19/22 | 1 comment