Minor Hill News

Although the 2008-09 budget was up for approval, the Minor Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen focused most of their attention on community involvement during Tuesday night's meeting.

Roughly 18,000 cars a month travel past the Giles County interstate exits, according to tourism statistics.

Giles County Sheriff's Department Officer Tosca enjoys the attention from the students of the Bodenham Head Start Center during a recent "Emergency Responder Day" at the center.

Two municipalities benefitted from a split decision of the Giles County Commission yesterday .

All the paperwork is complete and Minor Hill's newest police officer is on patrol.

Giles EMS - ' Responding to Calls Great or Small Employees with the Giles County Ambulance Service take a light-hearted approach to celebrating National EMS week.

Three county winners of the Tennessee Department of Education's Teacher of the Year competition were announced at the recent Teacher Appreciation Banquet held at First National Bank's Giles Heritage Theatre.

The Giles County Sheriff's Department made what Sheriff Kyle Helton called "a major drug bust" over the weekend. via Citizen Press

“We are pulling $57,385 from our reserve funds to meet the needs for the remainder of this year”

Technology Supervisor Andy Chunn gave board members an update on the technology in the schools by first saying, "Technology is increasing in Giles County and in our School System." Chnn informed board members ... via Citizen Press

With the resolution of an issue in the Elkton City Election, the slate for the Aug. via Citizen Press

A 2004, 1500 V-Twin Victory motorcycle will be given away at the Second Annual Tri Chapter TN-1 Benefit Bike Ride for the Giles County Fire Rescue Anthony Hill Station Saturday, May 3. Those making $10 ... via Citizen Press

Members of Giles County Fire and Rescue and Giles Ambulance Service respond to a single vehicle accident Friday afternoon on Highway 166 that claimed the life of Minor Hill resident Jackie McConnell. via Citizen Press

“Head Start children are not automatically enrolled in kindergarten and must register on April 24.”

All Giles County elementary schools will be the place to register 5-year-olds for kindergarten on Thursday, April 24. via Citizen Press

“I have spoke with Mr. (Bob) Polly and I want you to be aware there is a problem - ' and a big one”

The Giles County Board of Education failed to approve the draft of a balanced 2008-09 school year budget at Thursday night's regular meeting. via Citizen Press

Giles County could place an ambulance station in Minor Hill if funding can be obtained. via Citizen Press

“In the quiet environment, I understand things better”

When Minor Hill School Principal Lisa Stogner asked herself, "How can we close the gap for our at-risk readers?," she knew she'd have to think - outside the box' for an answer because, she said, the traditional ... via Citizen Press

“This is a 50-50 grant with the city of Minor Hill matching $65,000 in cash and in-kind services”

The Minor Hill Board of Mayor and Aldermen have agreed to advertise and actively seek an additional full-time certified police officer. via Citizen Press

“The office of Tax Assessor is very, very important to the citizens of our county”

Terry Harwell has announced his intention to run for the Assessor of Property Office in the August General Election. via Citizen Press

“I have been a Giles County Commissioner since 1997 and would like to continue to serve the people of Giles County”

Stoney Jackson has announced his candidacy for Giles County Assessor of Property. via Citizen Press