June 22, 2026
News
Commission OKs setting public hearing to amend portion of zoning resolution
The Lincoln County Commission will hold a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 to discuss and later vote on a proposed zoning amendment concerning “Home Occupation in an Accessory Structure” with standards to the Lincoln County Zoning Resolution. The proposed zoning meeting is part of File# ZR 2026-3. A report was created by Lincoln County Planning and Zoning on April 2, 2026, and was recommended by approval by the Lincoln County Planning Commission on April 6, 2026.
Correction
A photo appearing on the front page of the April 22, 2026, edition of the Elk Valley Times should have identified the man frying fish in “Frying fish and fun” as Jerry Bailey and his wife Doris. The Times apologizes for the error and is happy to set the record straight.
Jonathan Bailey announces candidacy for District 1 commissioner
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.
Leadership transition underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic
A leadership transition is underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic, as Amanda Curtis, founder and executive director, announces she is stepping down from her role and passing the baton to Mary Beth Jenkins.
Three sobriety checkpoints scheduled for May
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment during sobriety checkpoints in Lincoln County on three dates in May.
TDOT officials: Signs are not permitted on state right-of-way
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is reminding the public that signs are not permitted within State of Tennessee rights-ofway.
Remember to call 811 before you dig
Calling 811 or visiting wvvw.call811.con1 has proven to the foremost preventive measure in excavation safety and damage prevention, according to Fayetteville Public Utilities. Since 2008, National Safe Digging Month has been observed in April to remind homeowners and professionals alike, to do their pail in keeping communities safe.
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
Ray Pullen recognized for 31 years to service to parks and recreation department
Ray Pullen was recognized at the April 14 Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting for his 31 years of service to the City of Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department. Nathan Browning, director of Parks and Recreation, presented Pullen with a certificate in recognition of his “exemplary service and outstanding dedication” to parks and recreation. “His unwavering commitment and selfless contributions are truly admirable. His steadfast devotion to serving the community upholds the highest standards and is sincerely appreciated,” the certificate stated.