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Town of Gainesboro Scheduled for April 4th Meeting
BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20240305T224618Z DTSTART:20240404T180000Z DTEND:20240404T210000Z SUMMARY:Town of Gainesboro Meeting UID:[email protected] END:VEVENT
Town of Gainesboro Schedules Special Called Meeting for May 7th
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0f12090ad4844366bb2692cb0002dd3115275434511392735746 DTSTAMP:20240501T140000Z DTSTART:20240507T180000 DTEND:20240507T190000 SUMMARY:Town of Gainesboro - Special Called Meeting DESCRIPTION:A special called meeting for the Town of Gainesboro will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Gainesboro Town Hall. Topics for discussion may include potential grant applications and other pertinent town business. LOCATION:Gainesboro Town Hall END:VEVENT
Town of Gainesboro to Hold Public Hearing on Zoning Amendment July 22nd
BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Hearing - Proposed Zoning Amendment DTSTART:20240722T183000 DTEND:20240722T193000 LOCATION:Town Hall Conference Room DESCRIPTION:Public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment. All interested residents are welcome. END:VEVENT
Town of Gainesboro Board of Mayor and Aldermen to Meet July 16th
BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting DTSTART:20240716T180000 DTEND:20240716T210000 LOCATION:Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. END:VEVENT
TDH Offers Tennesseans Free Annual Flu Vaccine
TDH Offers Tennesseans Free Annual Flu Vaccine The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is reminding Tennesseans that free annual flu vaccines are available statewide. These vaccines are crucial for preventing the spread of influenza and protecting vulnerable populations. TDH encourages everyone to get vaccinated by visiting their local health department or one of the many participating vaccination sites. Free Flu Vaccines | Tue., Oct. 20th | 200+ Locations Statewide Fight Flu '26 and More Info Find a Fight Flu Event Connect with Your Local Health Department
Gainesboro Board to Convene for Regular Meeting on August 1
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] SUMMARY:Town of Gainesboro Regular Board Meeting DTSTART:20240801T180000Z DTEND:20240801T200000Z LOCATION:Gainesboro City Hall, 101 N. Main St., Gainesboro, TN 38562 DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly board meeting for the Town of Gainesboro. Public welcome. END:VEVENT
Gainesboro Planning Commission to Hold Meeting on July 23
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] SUMMARY:Town of Gainesboro Planning Commission Meeting DTSTART:20240723T170000Z DTEND:20240723T190000Z LOCATION:Gainesboro City Hall, 101 N. Main St., Gainesboro, TN 38562 DESCRIPTION:Regular meeting of the Town of Gainesboro Planning Commission. Agendas will be posted prior to the meeting. END:VEVENT
Jackson County 911 Board to Meet July 19
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] SUMMARY:Jackson County 911 Board Meeting DTSTART:20240719T143000Z DTEND:20240719T163000Z LOCATION:Jackson County 911 Board Room, 1610 N. Main St., Gainesboro, TN 38562 DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly meeting of the Jackson County 911 Board. END:VEVENT
Gainesboro Library Invites Kids to Weekly Story Time
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] DTSTAMP:20240619T103000Z DTSTART:20240907T100000Z DTEND:20240907T110000Z SUMMARY:Library Story Time LOCATION:Gainesboro Public Library DESCRIPTION:Weekly story time for children at the Gainesboro Public Library. Includes stories, songs, and crafts. RECURRENCE-ID:20240907T100000Z RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;BYDAY=SA END:VEVENT
Gainesboro Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for September 3rd
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] DTSTAMP:20240619T103000Z DTSTART:20240903T140000Z DTEND:20240903T160000Z SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting LOCATION:Gainesboro Town Hall DESCRIPTION:Regular Town Hall Meeting for the Town of Gainesboro. END:VEVENT
Gainesboro Board of Mayor and Aldermen to Meet June 4th
BEGIN:VEVENT UID:[email protected] DTSTAMP:20240517T161716Z DTSTART:20240604T180000 DTEND:20240604T210000 SUMMARY:Town of Gainesboro Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. LOCATION:Gainesboro City Hall END:VEVENT
Parsons Weather Website Offers Local Forecasts
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Parsons Weather Forecast: No Rain, Highs Near 89°F
Forecast No Precipitation. Temperature rising. Highs around 89 degrees F (32 C). Relative humidity high, then falling. Winds from the South East at 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 kph).
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Whitleyville Solid Waste Center: Hours and Location
**Whitleyville Solid Waste Center** * **Location:** 2270 Poplar Springs Rd, Whitleyville, TN 38588 * **Operating Hours:** * Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM * Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday: Closed
North Springs Solid Waste Center: Operating Hours and Address
**North Springs Solid Waste Center** * **Location:** 9890 Shepardsville Rd, Gainesboro, TN 38562 * **Operating Hours:** * Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM * Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday: Closed
FAQs
Decatur County – FAQs What is the property tax rate? The property tax rate in Decatur County is $2.58 per $100 value. How do I pay my property taxes? Property taxes can be paid at the Trustee’s office: Decatur County Trustee, Beth Hays 22 W. Main Street Decaturville, TN 38329 731-852-3723 Contact us. How do I get a marriage license? The Decatur County Clerk issues marriage licenses, marriage applications are available at tncountyclerk.com. Decatur County Clerk 22 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 488 Decaturville, TN 38329 Phone: 731-852-3417, Fax: 731-852-3152 Contact us. Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Saturday, 8:00am – 11:00pm What is the population of Decatur County? According to the 2020 Census, the population of Decatur County was 11,435. (Decaturville had a population of 795, Parsons had a population of 2,590, Scotts Hill – 855) How do I renew my vehicle tags? Contact the Decatur County Clerk: 22 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 488 Decaturville, TN 38329 Phone: 731-852-3417, Fax: 731-852-3152 Contact us. Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Saturday, 8:00am – 11:00pm How do I register to vote? Call or visit the Decatur County Election Commission: 67 S. East Street, PO Box 298 Decaturville, TN 38329 Phone: 731-852-2911 Fax: 731-852-2059 Contact us. Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00AM- 4:00 PM What are the qualifications to register to vote? You must meet the following criteria to register to vote: Citizen of the United States Eighteen (18) years old, or will be on or before the date of the next election Resident of the State of Tennessee Has not been convicted of a felony or declared mentally incompetent by a court of law Who do I contact to use one of the county buildings (Civic Center, Convention Center, Fairgrounds Building)? The Parks and Recreation Manager — Stacey Gurley Main Office: Decatur County Civic Center Mailing Address: 190 Civic Lane Parsons, TN 38363 731-847-6225 Contact us. Where do I take my trash? There are several Convenience Centers located throughout the county. The main center is located at the fairgrounds (275 Fairgrounds Rd. Parsons TN 38363) and is open seven days a week. To find the one closest to you, click here.
Jackson County EMA Oversees Emergency Preparedness and Response
Jackson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is responsible for coordinating the emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts within Jackson County, Gainesboro, and the surrounding areas.
Local Weather Update: Parsons Station Reports 81.3°F and Clear Skies
Parsonsweather.com - Providing local weather for Parsons, TN since 2004. Station is an Ambient Weather WS-2000. Latest weather conditions from: Parsons Weather Station Located in Parsons, Tennessee Conditions updated 2024-05-13 19:35:01 Outdoor Temp: 81.3 F (27.4 C) Outdoor Humidity: 33% Dewpoint: 49.3 F (9.6 C) Heat Index: 79.5 F (26.4 C) Wind Chill: 81.3 F (27.4 C) Indoor Temp: 74.5 F (23.6 C) Indoor Humidity: 46% Wind Speed: 0.0 mph (0.0 kph) Wind Direction: 0 degrees (N) Wind Gust: 0.0 mph (0.0 kph) Pressure: 29.83 in. (1009.9 mb) Trend: Rising Rain Rate: 0.00 in/hr (0.0 mm/hr) Rain Today: 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Rain Last Hour: 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Rain This Month: 3.23 in (82.0 mm) Rain This Year: 31.06 in (788.9 mm) Radiation: 0 W/m2 UV Index: 0.0 Sunrise: 05:54 Sunset: 19:42 Forecast No Precipitation. Temperature rising. Highs around 89 degrees F (32 C). Relative humidity high, then falling. Winds from the South East at 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 kph). (This site is powered by CumulusMX (3.11.0 build 3110) & Saratoga Template Package for CumulusMX (3.26))
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Ark Encounter & Creation Museum Trip
Ark Encounter & Creation Museum Trip
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