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Hampton village leaders discussed options regarding replacement or repair of a water well and one or both of the emergency sirens during a one-hour meeting Monday that covered a variety of topics.

Hampton village leaders discussed options regarding replacement or repair of a water well and one or both of the emergency sirens during a one-hour meeting Monday that covered a variety of topics.

Hampton village board reviews water well, emergency siren status

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Hampton village leaders discussed options regarding replacement or repair of a water well and one or both of the emergency sirens during a one-hour meeting Monday that covered a variety of topics. Utility Supt.
Three weeks after approaching the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, Hamilton County Sheriff Jeromy McCoy earned approval from the board for the purchase of body and in-car cameras.

Three weeks after approaching the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, Hamilton County Sheriff Jeromy McCoy earned approval from the board for the purchase of body and in-car cameras.

Commissioners approve body cam purchase

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Three weeks after approaching the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, Hamilton County Sheriff Jeromy McCoy earned approval from the board for the purchase of body and in-car cameras to be used across Aurora and Hamilton County law departments.
As part of the Aurora Middle School ‘Girl’s Wellness Day’ students were given a glimpse into self-awareness training and defense strategies.

As part of the Aurora Middle School ‘Girl’s Wellness Day’ students were given a glimpse into self-awareness training and defense strategies.

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Girl’s wellness day offers self-care advice A small group of Aurora Middle School’s female students gathered Dec. 29 at the home of the Huskies to participate in a day tailored to their mental, emotional and physical wellness.
Doug Dexter is sworn in Thursday as Hamilton County’s new deputy county attorney by Dist. Judge Rachel Daugherty.

Doug Dexter is sworn in Thursday as Hamilton County’s new deputy county attorney by Dist. Judge Rachel Daugherty.

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Doug Dexter sworn in as new deputy county attorney

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Doug Dexter was sworn in Thursday by Judge Rachel Daugherty, taking the oath of office to serve as Deputy Hamilton County Attorney. Dexter, who resides in Lincoln, fills a void left earlier in 2021 by the resignation of former deputy attorney Benjamin Dennis.
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Brandt named highway supt.

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Jeremy Brandt was appointed by county commissioners Monday as Hamilton County Highway Superintendent.  Brandt replaces former Supt. K.C. Pawling, who now works for NIRMA, and will take up the position effective immediately.
A group of seven area youth ventured out on a galactic quest from the confines of the Hamilton County Courthouse Thursday.

A group of seven area youth ventured out on a galactic quest from the confines of the Hamilton County Courthouse Thursday.

A Galactic Quest in Hamilton County

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
A group of seven area youth ventured out on a galactic quest from the confines of the Hamilton County Courthouse Thursday, signing up for an afternoon program designed to let kids explore the mysteries of space through hands-on activities.
Candidates planning to throw their hat in the ring for locally elected offices can officially file as of this week.

Candidates planning to throw their hat in the ring for locally elected offices can officially file as of this week.

Numerous elected offices up for grabs

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Candidates planning to throw their hat in the ring for locally elected offices can officially file as of this week. Hamilton County Clerk Jill DeMers reported that Jan. 5 was the first day people can file for elected office. Incumbents have until Feb.
Law enforcement officials in Hamilton County, Tenn., are investigating a stabbing which occurred Dec. 29, resulting in the death of Phillips native Randy Otto.

Law enforcement officials in Hamilton County, Tenn., are investigating a stabbing which occurred Dec. 29, resulting in the death of Phillips native Randy Otto.

Phillips native Randy Otto found dead in Tennessee

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Law enforcement officials in Hamilton County, Tenn., are investigating a stabbing which occurred Dec. 29, resulting in the death of Phillips native Randy Otto.
A major housing development is starting to take shape on Aurora’s western edge as the year comes to a close, visible signs of a project local residents chose as the overwhelming favorite as the top story of 2021.

A major housing development is starting to take shape on Aurora’s western edge as the year comes to a close, visible signs of a project local residents chose as the overwhelming favorite as the top story of 2021.

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Housing development year’s top story A major housing development is starting to take shape on Aurora’s western edge as the year comes to a close, visible signs of a project local residents chose as the overwhelming favorite as the top story of 2021. Gov.
A large chunk of Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting was occupied with discussion between board members and county sheriff Jeromy McCoy.

A large chunk of Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting was occupied with discussion between board members and county sheriff Jeromy McCoy.

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County talks possible purchase of new body, in-car cams

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
A large chunk of Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting was occupied with discussion between board members and county sheriff Jeromy McCoy.  “In June I presented during budget that our in-car cameras had been purchased in 2011,” McCoy began.