Bell Buckle News

“EPA (the Environmental Protection Agency) and TDEC are imposing stricter limits on the effluent being discharged to the waters of the state and we could face higher treatment costs in the future because of this”

Bell Buckle will be contacting the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation soon about lifting a director's order against the town in regards to their sewer system. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“She stated that the only way we could have it on our books is if we allow liquor by the drink. If we kept this ordinance, it would only put the town in possibly legal jeopardy.”

Bell Buckle's ordinance over "brown bagging" was repealed Tuesday night by that town's board following a public hearing on the topic. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“It's all about our community working together and staying connected”

Helen Garner, James Elkins, Johnny Reed and Dawn Holley were honored by Shelbyville & Bedford County Chamber of Commerce during the chamber's annual membership meeting and awards banquet Monday night at the ... via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

Lots of Rutherford County residents are in an uproar over a proposed Bible park. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

Many tools stolen from an outbuilding at a Midland Road home in Shelbyville were left a short distance away near Bedford County Agriculture Center for later retrieval, police say. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

Tuesday night's tornados caused numerous injuries, sending many people to area hospitals for treatment. via DNJ.com

“The AASM congratulates Sleep Center of Murfreesboro on fulfilling the high standards required for receiving program accreditation”

John Goodman has joined Red Realty as a firm partner and firm vice-president, according to Red Realty president Steven Dotson. via DNJ.com

“This is the logical next step in our development in light of the new distribution opportunities and the rapid growth we are seeing at this time”

FARMINGTON, TN, January 23 / MARKET WIRE/ -- Bell Buckle Holdings announced today it has exercised its option to buy both a 15,000-square-foot manufacturing facility and the surrounding land in order to enhance ... via TMCnet

“Whether directly or indirectly, we believe these suspects to have information or involvement in the other robberies”

Two men and two women accused of holding up a Subway restaurant on Monday were arrested today in connection with at least two sandwich shop robberies. via The Daily News Journal

Motlow College will offer a variety of non-credit coursesthis semester. Students may register by calling 931-393-1754, or 1-800-654-4877, ext. via DNJ.com

“Development is going to happen”

"Is this the right direction?" That was the question posed to interested citizens during the first of three public meetings dealing with Bedford County's revised master growth plan. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“If someone has holes in their jeans, we put duct tape over it”

The third of four public forums on Standardized School Attire drew heavy criticism of the proposal, which is often described as more than a dress code but less than a uniform. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“We want this event to grow every year and bring not only the community of Bell Buckle closer but the county as well. We hope everyone, families included, will come and enjoy the cook-off.”

"Next to music," said band leader and trumpet player Harry James, "there is nothing that lifts the spirits and strengthens the soul more than a good bowl of chili." Bell Buckle Fire Department is preparing for ... via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“It would benefit Bedford County and bring a lot more people to the area.”

For Bell Buckle, one of the county's biggest tourist attractions, getting nationwide exposure is a must. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“We expect to see a lowering of this number in the next billing cycle”

Bell Buckle's board passed the first reading of an ordinance that would make "brown bagging" legal again. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette

“I didn't want to go to the funeral, and so I went to Hawaii.”

JOHN GEROME, AP Entertainment Writer Originally published 08:35 a.m., January 9, 2008 Updated 08:35 a.m., January 9, 2008 Nancy Anderson, 89, a former reporter and West Coast editor of Photoplay magazine, shows ... via Knoxville News Sentinel

A Tennessee Shakespeare Festival is in the planning stages. To be held this summer at The Webb School Bell Buckle, the event is sponsored by The Webb School and Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce. via The Daily News Journal

“I didn't want to go to the funeral, and so I went to Hawaii.”

BELL BUCKLE, Tenn. : Hollywood scribe Nancy Anderson wasn't expecting much when she first interviewed Elvis Presley in 1956 on the set of his movie "Love Me Tender." "I didn't really want to meet Elvis because ... via International Herald Tribune

Two people are running unopposed in next month's Democratic County Primary, which will include the primary for president as well. via Shelbyville Times-Gazette