Travis Volz Nashville Community High School was placed on security lock down for a short period of time last Wednesday morning. According to a statement, the Nashville Police Department responded to the high school at 8:12 a.m. on Wednesday, August 14, to investigate a possible threat against the school. When police arrived, the school was…

Is the service of an architect worth about $124,000 for construction projects at the County Jail? That was the topic of discussion at the Board meeting last week. Joshua Mandell of FGM Architects explained that the services are needed to prepare specs for bidding. He said the 9.65 percent fee on the estimated $1.3 million…

“I have the rusty things outside, so when they walk in the building they often say “I am surprised so you have so many pretty things,” said Shakes and Ladders owner Peggy Smith. The Richview woman has filled the shop with primitives, decorative items, wreaths/floral, signs, crafts, furniture and antiques. Dishes include Fiesta and Jadite,…

As summer break ends, many students will return to school with mobile devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and laptops. Although these devices can help students complete schoolwork and stay in touch with family and friends, there are risks associated with using them. However, there are simple steps that can help students stay safe while…