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  • Joined: February 25, 2026
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Area sees uptick in auto scams

The Tennessee Attorney General Division of Consumer Affairs is warning consumers about scam websites posing as legitimate classic car and heavy equipment dealerships. Likewise, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance

Fraudulent traffic fine text scam being sent out in area

A fraudulent text message demanding payment for unpaid traffic fines is being sent to folks in the area, according to the Fayetteville Police Department (FPD). A photo of the official looking text is on the FPD Facebook page, along with a warning to residents not to fall for the deception.

I was heading for Italy but wound up in Petersburg

My wife, Lissa, was a talented artist and an enthusiastic art history buff. We dreamed together for years about traveling around Italy. More accurately, she dreamed about Italy and I was looking forward to traveling with her wherever she wanted to go, but Lissa died and our dream of traveling transformed into making Petersburg great again.

Blessed Drives – Bugtussle Hollow

With more than 50 Blessed Drives rambling in my head and heart, I couldn’t help but reminisce on my way over to Bugtussle. No matter how I sliced it, I was treading on ground already traveled in my sojourns across the county. But I don’t buy a roast beef sandwich for the bread, Family. Tucked in between Robinson and Swan Creek is Meat if I’ve ever seen it! My breath was taken away by the beauty of Bugtussle over and over. Truly, I hope y’all will take a slow Blessed Drive down this one if you’ve never gone before. Until then, let me try to whet your appetite a little.

Sanitation rates in Fayetteville to increase 25%

Fayetteville residents will soon see a 25% rate increase on their monthly sanitation collection bill. The Board of Mayor and Alderman (BOMA) unanimously approved the rate increase during the April 14 monthly meeting upon the recommendation of Public Works Director Jack Williams.

Glen Douglas announces candidacy for Lincoln County mayor

Editor’s note: The Elk Valley Times will publish candidate announcements and photos as we receive them and as space allows before the July 29, 2026, edition. The election is on Aug. 6, 2026. Announcements should be no longer than 700 words and emailed to lscripps@elkvalleytimes. com. They may be edited for length, grammar, style and content.