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In recent weeks, the White County Animal Shelter has been at the forefront of discussions within the community, with concerns raised about various aspects of its operation, especially after the sale of the county’s landfill where the animal shelter shared property. District 7 Commissioner Kyle Goff, who also serves as chairman of the commission, shed light on one particular issue that has captured the attention of many: the funding of part-time positions at the shelter.

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Evelyn Gibson, 78, passed away July 19, 2024, at Signature Nursing Home, in Algood. She was born Feb.

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Jasmine Alectra Maracle, 24, passed away in Sparta, on July 19, 2024. She was born Sept. 3, 1999, in Sparta, to Joey Maracle and Brandi Payne Rogers. Jasmine was beautiful inside out. Her smile and laughter was infectious. She was the most determined girl. She loved all of her family and all of her friends. She ADORED her puppy, Jagger. Jasmine was a shoulder you could lean on and a listening ear. She will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved her.

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Jason Lee Roberts, 50, passed away July 19, 2024, at Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital, in Sparta, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born July 8, 1974, in Crossville, to James “Buddy” and Carol Roberts. Jason was preceded in death by mother. He is survived by his daughters, Stephanie (Brent) Vaughn, Mellissa (John) West, Nikkla (Chris) Fahey; father, James “Buddy” Roberts; sister, Denise Roberts; and grandchildren, Legend Fahey, Ollie West, and Kolton Early.

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Ernest “Keith” Pirtle, 73, passed away peacefully, on July 3, 2024, at home with friends and family, after an extended illness. He was born Nov. 3, 1950, to William Ernest and Retha Howard Pirtle. Keith retired from Star Industries of Smithville. He loved working on old trucks, playing pool with his friends and most of all caring for his three beloved dogs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gayle Poe Pirtle, and ex-wife, Becky Fields Pirtle.