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Humphreys County Declared Disaster Area

Humphreys County has been added to the counties in Tennessee listed as disaster areas.  This will begin the process of federal aid becoming available for recovery.  A link to the news story at WKRN is below. WKRN News Story TEMA Press Release

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Some Flooding Resources/Updates

The Dept of Public Safety has composed a list of links for your information to assist in flooding recovery.  We will attempt to keep current information posted on our website. As of today, all roads within the City of Waverly are open, but be cautious of damaged road surfaces and wash-outs on the side of some roads.  Many county roads remain closed as several bridges and culverts are washed out.  Please remain cautious. Members of the Dept of Public Safety are surveying the city for damages...

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Alcohol Compliance Checks Conducted

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The Waverly Police Department conducted an alcohol compliance check on local businesses who sell alcoholic beverages on April 23.  The operation was led by Officer Jonathan Fortner.  The department periodically conducts these checks to help ensure that businesses who hold beer permits do not sell to minors. Of the 18 businesses checked, only one was not in compliance.  According to Chief David Daniel, “We are proud of our businesses who are making the effort to check I.D. and deny...

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Request for Proposal for Phone System

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Request for ProposalMarch 19, 2010 The City of Waverly, will be accepting proposals for an IP phone system.  Detailed specifications may be obtained by contacting Captain Grant Gillespie at 931-296-4300. Sealed proposals must be submitted to the City of Waverly no later than 2 p.m. on Friday, April 3.  Proposals may be hand delivered or mailed to the following address: City of WaverlyDepartment of Public SafetyAttn: Capt Grant Gillespie103 East Main St.Waverly, TN 37185 By:  W. David...

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Drug Arrests Near School Property

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PRESS RELEASE Waverly Police Officers arrested Chris Mayberry of Waverly following a traffic stop on East Main St., March 10.  Officer Devin Elliott stopped a van driven by Mark McIllwain, (also of Waverly), in which Mayberry was a passenger, for a traffic violation.  A tip from Drug Detective Tony Ahne indicated that Mayberry was transporting cocaine. Officer David Ross and K9 Axle were called to the scene and indicated on the presence of drugs.  A search of Mayberry by Officer Elliott and...

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