Elkton News

Renovation of the home of a former slave with ties to Limestone County is under way, but the economy has slowed the pace a little.

The resignation of Police Chief Phillip Attkisson, approval for employee compensation, inadequate medical insurance for city employees and an unapproved water line replacement grant were among discussions at the November meeting of the Elkton Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

The Annual Turkey and Ham Shoot at Rose Hill Fire and Rescue Station draws a crowd of young and not-so-young to compete for turkeys and hams as prizes for the best shooters in each round.

The city of Elkton will borrow the money to run lines from the waste water tanks to areas along Interstate 65.

Rescuers across the county began a long weekend of emergency responding with a single-vehicle accident Friday of last week near the 21 mile-marker on Interstate 65.

WAAY 31 is sending 9 lucky viewers to Big Spring Jam for free! They'll also get to meet their favorite artist backstage! If you missed the big moment at 6, here they are again: Amanda Daniel of Florence.

Four Pulaski residents, an Elkton man and another from Prospect are all facing drug charges, according to information posted on the Giles County Sheriffa s Department Web site.

Two Pulaski residents, an Elkton man and a man from Prospect are all facing drug charges, according to information posted on the Giles County Sheriffa s Department Web site.

Recognized by the Beef Industry logo on his Scott Farms barn and the presence of border collie Max, Steve Scott is now the Tennessee Cattlemen Association President for the 2009-10 term.

A memorial service for Edna Victoria Ashley, 77, of Elkton, Tenn., formerly of Charlotte, will be held Saturday, June 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the chapel of Spann Funeral Home with pastor Melisa Derseweh officiating.