News

Sleep Lab Now Open at Macon Community Hospital

When you get out of bed in the morning, are you still tired and sleepy? If so, you may have a medical problem.

Macon Community Hospital Provides Athletic Trainers in Local Schools

Rachel Hester & Elizabeth Bell

An athletic trainer is a certified and licensed health care professional who practices in the field of sports medicine. Local sports medicine coverage is now a community outreach program that is provided by Macon Community Hospital.

School Burglary Suspects Surrender

Pictured above, members of a special response tactical unit arrive to assist Macon County law enforcement. The unit was assigned to help in the investigation by Governor Bill Haslam. (Photo by K. Belle)

By Jessie Williams

Two suspects accused of breaking into a Macon County school and stealing an AR-15 have surrendered to authorities.

Meth, $$ & Loaded Guns

Pictured above are items seized from Mr. Skirvin’s vehicle. (Photo courtesy of the Macon County Sheriff’s Department)

By Jessie Williams

A Macon County man was arrested last week after a search of his vehicle led to the discovery of approximately 10.6 grams of meth, $2,600 in cash and two loaded firearms.