July 7, 2026
News
Shelbyville City’s statement regarding ’74 Sales Tax Agreement
The City of Shelbyville takes pride in serving its community and bettering the lives of its citizens. However, Shelbyville has been limited in providing improved… Login to continue reading Login…
‘A plan in waiting’
437 Bypass expansion on hold By MARK MCGEE mmcgee@bedfordcountypost.com If State Route 437 was a movie instead of a highway it would be in what… Login to continue reading Login…
Anti-Drug Coalition holds first meeting
By ZOË WATKINS zwatkins@bedfordcoutypost.com “Bedford has a drug problem.” It’s an all-too-common phrase many say about Bedford County. But a coalition of local city and… Login to continue reading Login…
Carrion, waste, and chain gangs
By ZOË WATKINS zwatins@bedfordcountypost.com At any given point, a driver is bound to see a dead animal on the side of the road. The necessary… Login to continue reading Login…
City officials express concern over residential growth
By MARK MCGEE mmcgee@bedfordcountypost.com Sometimes there is a need for reflection when a vast amount of information has to be digested. After taking a long… Login to continue reading Login…
Wartrace faces water crisis again
By ZOË WATKINS zwatkins@bedfordcountyost.com Starting on the weekend of Feb. 17, residents on Wartrace’s water system faced unexpected water shutdowns, leaving homeowners waterless for hours… Login to continue reading Login…
Update on Juvenile Detention Facility
By ZOË WATKINS zwatkins@bedfordcountypost.com At last Tuesday’s Courthouse and Property Meeting, Jeff Sweeney provided updated information on the new Bedford County Juvenile Detention Center. He… Login to continue reading Login…
City officials dive into ‘Retail Strategies’
The City of Shelbyville is experiencing fast-paced growth, but millions in potential revenue are spent outside of the city’s designated trade area. City manager Scott… Login to continue reading Login…
Application for airport improvements grant passed
By MARK MCGEE mmcgee@bedfordcountypost.com In a special called meeting of the Shelbyville City Council Monday Mayor Randy Carroll was authorized to sign Airport Layout Plan… Login to continue reading Login…
Fire destroys house in Wartrace
STAFF REPORT The Bedford County Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire Sunday night in Wartrace. Calls came into the 911 Communications Center shortly… Login to continue reading Login…