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Ashland City faces financial challenges, first vote on proposed budget set July 1

1 week ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

After five hours of discussion over the course of two meetings, the Ashland City Town Council has its first draft of a new ordinance for the 2025-2026 fiscal year municipal budget. The budget workshops were held June 10 and 17 at the Thrive 55+ Center in Ashland City. At the beginning of the June 10 workshop Ashland City Mayor Gerald Greer announced the town was facing challenges with both its 2023-2024 fiscal year audit and drafting a new budget due to incorrect budgeting practices.
Ashland City Fire Dept. receives 2025 Patriotic Employer Award

1 week ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

Award recipients (l-r) Ashland City mayor Gerald Greer, Ashland City Fire Department “B” Shift firefighter and Coast Guard Reserve Chief Petty Officer Stephanie Miller, Ashland City Fire Department Chief Jason “Chuck” Walker, Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve representative Col.
Kingston Springs looking over wastewater treatment options

1 week ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Nancy Stephens |Sharon Lurie

SHARON ALICE LURIECheatham County ExchangeFollowing a May 28 special called meeting, the Kingston Springs Wastewater Board met to discuss options concerning wastewater operations, including the possibility of selling it to a private company. City Manager John Lawless said the KSWB wants to investigate further its options of selling it and then hold community meetings to discuss the issue and listen to any concerns from the public.
County landowners granted time to acquire counsel in pipeline suit

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

Preserve Cheatham County members celebrate after judge grants 30-day continuance for landowners. SHARON ALICE LURIEBrett Kuhnert and Pam Jones protect pipeline outside Cheatham County Courthouse. SHARON ALICE LURIEPreserve Cheatham County members protest Tennessee Valley Authority’s proposed Cheatham generation site. SHARON ALICE LURIEFrom left: Jo May and Glenda Johnson of Ashland City. .
Ashland City working to fix audit, financial “mess” then pass budget

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

The Ashland City Town Council met June 10 for its annual budget discussion, and there was a lot to be discussed. Ashland City Mayor Gerald Greer opened the workshop stating, “I want to take just a few minutes to share information with our Ashland City friends, neighbors and taxpayers that I hope will help them understand the current financial challenges our city is facing.”Earlier this year, city auditors reported they were unable to audit the books due to their condition.
Nashville man indicted in 2022 Cheatham County drug-related death

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

SHARON ALICE LURIECheatham County ExchangeJerry Wayne Moore. COURTESY OF CHEATHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEAfter more than two years since drugs took the life of a man in Cheatham County, authorities have a suspect in custody. Jerry Wayne Moore, 36, of Nashville, turned himself June 5 after being indicted May 5 on two counts of second degree murder. According to the indictments, Moore allegedly distributed Schedule I and II drugs which resulted in the death of Terry L. Merrit, Jr. on Dec. 17, 2022.
Kingston Springs budget reflects five-cent property tax increase

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

The Kingston Springs Board of Commissioners passed its 2025-2026 fiscal year budget at a special called meeting at the Audrey Beck Meeting Hall in Kingston Springs on May 28. Though no new spending areas have been added this year, the budget will reflect some changes, according to Kingston Springs City Manager John Lawless, including a 3-percent cost-of-living pay increase for town employees and a 5-cent property tax increase per $100 of assessed value, from 52 cents to 57 cents.
Dickson County Schools see administrative changes

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

Leslie Christy. COURTESY OF DICKSON COUNTY SCHOOLSPolly Spencer. COURTESY OF DICKSON COUNTY SCHOOLSDr. Corey Duke. COURTESY OF DICKSON COUNTY SCHOOLSLeadership at Dickson County’s two public high schools will be facing changes in the coming days. Dickson County Director of Schools Dr. Christie Southerland told The Dickson Post on June 6, that Creek Wood High School principal Polly Spencer and Dickson County High School principal Dr. Corey Duke had both announced their resignations.
Summerfest big splash despite wet weather

2 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

The 2025 Ashland City Summerfest entertained all ages. SHARON ALICE LURIEZipper ride at 2025 Ashland City Summerfest. SHARON ALICE LURIEScenes on the midway at the 2025 Ashland City Summerfest. SHARON ALICE LURIECarousel fun at the 2025 Ashland City Summerfest. SHARON ALICE LURIEAshland City Summerfest offered festival food.
School Board releases final grade on Beck, honors outgoing director

3 weeks ago | mainstreetmediatn.com | Sharon Lurie

Cheatham County Director of Schools Dr. Cathy Beck (right) with (r-l) School Board Chairman David Risner, vice-chair Amber Locke, board members Dale McCarver and John Patrick. SHARON ALICE LURIEOutgoing Cheatham County Director of Schools Dr. Cathy Beck received her final report card from the school board, and by all accounts, she made the grade.