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MediumParks Rec
Greenway extension via donated land
The Community Health Foundation is donating about 230 acres with lake and river frontage for a new public park — the largest gift in its history. Residents get a major new recreational space.
2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 2, 2026
LowParks Rec
Animal shelter's first year
The new shelter at 437 Jordan Road is performing well: adoptions up 27%, over 1,600 in-house spay/neuter surgeries, and kennel cough down 95%. Challenges remain with owner surrenders up 27% and low pet reclaims.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 2, 2026
MediumParks Rec
Rotary Park Native Restoration
The county accepted TVA grant money to restore native plantings at Rotary Park, putting outside dollars to work on a local park improvement.
1 mentionLast discussed May 11, 2026