SPARTA NEWS

12.06.2024
Job Opportunity-Trades Helper
JOB OPPORTUNITY- Trades Helper  The City of Sparta is accepting Applications for the position of Trades Helper  Application forms and job descriptions can be obtained at Sparta City Hall, 6... read more
04.12.2024
Friday Night Bluegrass on the Square
It's almost time to kick off the 2024 3rd Friday night Bluegrass in Sparta, Tennessee aka Bluegrass USA. We will be starting at 6 p.m. this year instead of 7. The line-up for the 6 month period... read more
02.02.2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at Sparta City Hall concerning amendment to the Sparta Zoning Map. The Proposed amendment... read more
09.07.2023
Notice of Public Hearing
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Sparta City Hall concerning an amendment to the Sparta Zoning Map.  The proposed... read more
08.11.2023
Request For Qualifications for Splash Pad
Please Click Here to View our request for qualifications needed for the upcoming Splash Pad Project. You may go to our Purchasing Page for all of the City's Bids, past and upcoming. Purchasing |... read more
06.05.2023
Live Bidding on 4 Surplus Lots
Absolute Auction Friday June 16, 2023 12:05pm At Sparta City Hall Online Bidding open June 7, 2023 at 11:00am Link to online bidding here read more
Planning Commission Meeting
04.13.2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for April 4, 2023 has been reschedualed for April 13, 2023. The meeting will be held on the second floor in the conference room of City Hall beginning at 4:... read more
Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting
03.23.2023
Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting
The Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting scheduled for March 16, 2023 was postponed until March 23, 2023. The meeting will be held on the second floor of City Hall in the confrenece room beginning at... read more
12.07.2022
Public Notice
On the morning of 12-7-2022 there was a temporary overflow at Mayberry St. Lift Station manhole because of rainfall. Operations should return to normal as rain receeds. For more information, please... read more
09.23.2022
Special Called Meeting
There will be a special called meeting of the Sparta Board of Mayor and Alderman on Thursday September 29, 2022 at 5:00pm at Sparta City Hall for the purpose of approval of bid for Sewer Rehab of... read more
09.19.2022
Board Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session   There will be a board work session with Board of Mayor and Aldermen which will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, 2022. The work session will take place... read more
08.22.2022
Board Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session   There will be a board work session with Board of Mayor and Aldermen which will take place on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at 5:00 pm. The work session will take place... read more
07.27.2022
Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting Postponed
The City of Sparta’s Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022 has been postponed and rescheduled for August 11, 2022 at 5:00 pm. read more
06.14.2022
Special Historic Meeting
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06.14.2022
Bluegrass on the Square Change
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04.20.2022
Board Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session Open to the Public     A Board Work Session will be held Monday April 25, 2022 beginning at 4:30 p.m.  The work session will take place in the Board Room... read more
04.05.2022
Ethan Roberts opening day roster for Chicago Cubs
Ethan Roberts makes opening day roster for Chicago Cubs | Sparta Live       read more
03.16.2022
Downtown Revitalization Initiative Grant for 2022
Is your building looking tired? Does your building need a facelift?   Check it out!!!   The City of Sparta and the Sparta Chamber of Commerce have offered a Downtown Revitalization... read more
03.07.2022
ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW BUSINESS
Pictured with Jeff Young. Mayor, are Mack and Kim Johnson which is the land owners who is selling the property to the Tractor Supply company . The new store will be built on Miller’s Point... read more
02.28.2022
Important Notice
February 28, 2022 is the last day to pay your property tax without penalty. read more
02.10.2022
Public Notice- HOME Grant Meeting
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02.08.2022
Public Hearing for 2022 CDBG Block Grant
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING   A public hearing will be Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 4:45 pm at Sparta City Hall, 6 Liberty Sq, Sparta, TN 38583. The purpose of said meeting is to discuss the... read more
01.20.2022
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting Work Session
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03.30.2021
David Culley, Head Coach of the Houston Texans
The City of Sparta and the hometown encouragement was highlighted in a short video announcing the new postion of Head Coach of David Culley.   Congratulations David!   Click here to view... read more
02.02.2021
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meeting - Cancelled
The City of Sparta’s Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting for Thursday, February 4, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 5:00 pm. read more
01.28.2021
David Culley, Head Coach of the Houston Texans
The City of Sparta would like to Congratulate David Culley on his new position of Head Coach of the Houston Texans. Click here for the story from Texas read more
01.07.2021
White County Covid-19 Vaccinations Information
  Vaccine phases and the current estimated vaccine timeline can be found here. https://covid19.tn.gov/stay-informed/blogs/gov-lee-announces-new-covid-19-vaccine-eligibility-tool/ read more
12.07.2020
Special Called Meeting for the Historic Commission
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11.30.2020
Holiday Trash Schedule for Christmas and New Years
Happy Holidays from the City of Sparta Public Works Dept.   During the upcoming holidays, the Sanitation Dept. will make minor changes to the trash pickup schedule. You are receiving this notice... read more
11.30.2020
Special Called Meeting for the Historic Commission
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11.19.2020
Holiday Trash Schedule
Happy Holidays from the City of Sparta Public Works Dept.   During the upcoming holidays, the Sanitation Dept. will make minor changes to the trash pickup schedule. You are receiving this notice... read more
11.06.2020
City Parks
The winter weather is now here. All the park restrooms have been closed and winterized. We will not be taking reservations for the pavilions until the restrooms re-open in the spring. You acn call... read more
09.08.2020
Historical Grant Opportunity - Downtown Revitalization Initiative Grant
Update: The grant application process has been closed.   Is your building looking tired? Does your building need a facelift? Check it out!!! The City of Sparta and the Sparta Chamber of Commerce... read more
06.02.2020
Meet the Candidate
05.12.2020
Announcement about Electric Bills during the Covid-19 Pandemic
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04.23.2020
A Covid-19 community update from our elected officials.
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04.17.2020
Only Walking Trails to be Re-Opened for now
Effective April 17, 2020 the City of Sparta will re-open the walking trails, green spaces, and waterways of Pearson Park, South Carter Street Park, and the Wallace-Smith Park. Playgrounds, pavilions... read more
04.03.2020
Governor Lee Issues Executive Order 23 to Admend Executive Order 22
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04.03.2020
All City Parks Closed
Following today's announcement that all Tennessee State Parks and Natural Areas will close effective tomorrow and will remain closed until April 14th, the City of Sparta has chosen to close... read more
03.31.2020
State of Tennessee to Extend Business License Renewals
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03.30.2020
Executive Order 21 Issued from the Governor on March 30, 2020
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03.30.2020
Executive Order 22 from the Governor on March 30, 2020
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03.27.2020
Ben Lomand Connect Installs WiFi HotSpot at Sparta Office to aid during COVID-19 crisis
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03.26.2020
U.S. Small Business Adminstration Disaster Loan
      Here are the instruction on how to file.   Here is an Updated Press Release from March 30, 2020   read more
03.25.2020
Sparta Electric and Public Works Temporarily Suspends Disconnections for Non-Payment
SPARTA ELECTRIC & PUBLIC WORKS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2020 From: Sparta Mayor Jeff Young Sparta Electric and Public Works Temporarily Suspends Disconnections for Non-Payment Effective... read more
03.25.2020
Announcement from our Elected Officals
Go here to hear a statement from our Elected Officals about Covid-19    WhiteCountyCoronavirusUpdate.mp4 read more
03.23.2020
City Offices Closing to Appointments Only Amid Covid-19
NEWS RELEASE   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   March 20, 2020   From: Sparta Mayor Jeff Young     City of Sparta Steps Up Measures to Reduce Exposure to COVID-19 In response to... read more
03.16.2020
Sparta is actively monitoring the COVID19 situation
The City of Sparta is actively monitoring the Corona Virus issue.   Click Here to Download The City's Assessment  read more
10.18.2019
Drug Take Back
The City of Sparta is     Conducting a Drug Take Back Day on Saturday October 26, 2019 from 10 am—2 pm at Walgreens.   The Best Way to Dispose of Unused Medicine.... read more
TDEC Grant Award 2019
10.02.2019
City of Sparta Awarded Tourism Grant
The State of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TDEC) has awarded the City of Sparta with a grant for $42,500. The City of Sparta is building a Kayak Dock as well as a new... read more
Community of the Year 2019
09.13.2019
City of Sparta Awarded the Community of the Year for 2019
On September 11, 2019, the Upper Cumberland Development District had a ribbon cutting at their new location, 1104 England Dr Cookeville, TN 38501. This was also their Annual meeting for the UCDD.... read more
09.12.2019
Grant Announcement
We would like to thank all of the applicants for participating in this opportunity but determining the recipients of this grant was a difficult decision and was based on many factors. Unfortunately,... read more
08.19.2019
Announcement: Downtown Revitalization Grant
 Does your building looking tired? Does your building need a facelift? Check it out!!! The City of Sparta and the Sparta Chamber of Commerce have offered a Downtown Revitalization Initiative... read more
08.16.2019
Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session   There will be a board work session with Board of Mayor and Aldermen which will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2019. The work session will take place... read more
07.30.2019
Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session   There will be a board work session with Board of Mayor and Aldermen which will begin at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 1, 2019. The work session will take place in... read more
Motlow Community College Award
07.16.2019
Motlow Community College Award
Sparta Mayor, Jeff Young, presents David Miller from Citizens Bank with a check for $2500 for Motlow Community College College . This was part of the recent fundraising campaign held by Citizens Bank... read more
06.12.2019
Public Notice
Public Notice of Board Interviews   The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be meeting on June 14, 2019 beginning at 10 am to hold interviews for the City Administrator position. These will take... read more
05.29.2019
Public Notice
Public Notice of Board Interviews   The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be meeting on June 4, 2019 beginning at 10 am to hold interviews for the Police Chief and City Administrator position.... read more
05.29.2019
Public Notice - Meeting Date Change
Public Notice to Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting Change   The City of Sparta’s Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting for June 6, 2019 has been moved to June 5, 2019, due to a conflict... read more
05.24.2019
Welcome Home Event for Kellie Jolly Harper
The City of Sparta, Tenn., and the Sparta Chamber of Commerce are hosting a "Welcome Home" celebration for local native and Lady Vol head basketball coach Kellie (Jolly) Harper on June 6 at... read more
04.22.2019
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - STREET LABORER
    The City of Sparta is accepting employment applications for the position of...   Street Laborer   Application forms and job descriptions can be obtained at Sparta City Hall... read more
04.15.2019
Work Session
Notice of Board Work Session   There will be a board work session with Board of Mayor and Aldermen which will immediately follow the Board meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2019. The work session... read more
03.13.2019
Spring Leaf Pick Up
City of Sparta       The City of Sparta Public Works Department will be doing a Spring Leaf Pick up the March 25 through March 29.  If you any questions, please call Public... read more
02.14.2019
Information for Citizens about the HWY 111/ Bockmany Way Traffic Light
Please follow the link to read about the Newest traffic light. http://spartalive.com/west-end-traffic-light-still-hot-topic/  read more
12.27.2018
Meeting Cancelled- January 3, 2019
The City of Sparta’s Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting for January 3, 2019 has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on January 17, 2019 at 5:00 pm.   read more
07.23.2018
Meeting Cancelled- August 2, 2018
The City of Sparta’s Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting for August 2, 2018 has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on August 16, 2018 at 5:00 pm.   read more
07.10.2018
Special Called Meeting - July 12, 2018
  PUBLIC NOTICE OF CALLED MEETING OF THE BOARD OF MAYOR AND ALDERMAN OF THE CITY OF SPARTA, TENNESSEE.     There will be a special called meeting of the Sparta Board of Mayor and... read more
07.02.2018
Holiday Trash Pickup
Trash Pick Up for the week of July 2nd - 6th will be as follows:   Monday and Tuesday will be normal pickups. Wednesday pickup will be on Thursday, July 5th. Thursday pickup will be on Friday... read more
05.14.2018
Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting Cancelled
  The Board of Mayor and Alderman Meeting for May 17, 2018 has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on June 7, 2018 at 5:00 pm.   read more
01.19.2018
Employment Opportunity - Electric Lineman
  EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY   City of Sparta   The City of Sparta is accepting employment applications for the position of Electric Lineman   Application forms and job descriptions... read more
10.16.2017
Krystal Grand Opening
The Krystal® located at 541 West Bockman Way in Sparta is celebrating its grand opening all day on Mon., Oct. 16! The Grand Opening Celebration will offer fun for the whole family and an... read more
10.14.2017
Liberty Square - A Lester Flatt Celebration
Come join us for a Day Full of Bluegrass Music in Honor to Celebrate Lester Flatt on October 14, 2017. There will be plenty of Craft vendors, food vendors and things for the kids to do. Enjoy the... read more
05.20.2017
Sonic Cruise In and Sock Hop
Come join us for a night in the 50's. There will be an Antique Car Cruise In and music by 4 on the Floor. Come dressed for the part and dance the night away under the light of Oldham's... read more
10.16.2015
New Water and Sewer Rates
The Board of Mayor and Alderman has approved new water and sewer rates effective October 1, 2015. To View the Water Rate Schedules Click Here. To View the Sewer Rate Schedules Click Here read more
12.12.2014
Tennessee Uncharted
In this episode, the crew sets sail on a rolling river adventure near Sparta where they experience the flat water of the Caney Fork, meet the prehistoric fish of the Collins River, and discover the... read more
Historical Marker Group Photo
10.16.2014
Liberty Square: A Lester Flatt Celebration
  Sparta, TN (October 16, 2014)—Bluegrass and Country music legend, Lester Flatt, was honored in his hometown of Sparta, Tennessee recently when city and county officials joined... read more
10.01.2014
Mother Earth News selects Sparta as one of the “8 great places you’ve (maybe) never heard of” for 2014.
Read more from Mother Earth News.   http://www.motherearthnews.com/nature-and-environment/sparta-tennessee-zm0z14onzcom.aspx#axzz3Etk9xB6L   read more
04.24.2014
Sparta Awarded Multimodal Access Fund Grant
Gov. Haslam & TDOT Commissioner Schroer Announce Multimodal Access Fund Grants Grants to Fund Improvement Projects in 13 Tennessee Communities   NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee Gov. Bill... read more
04.14.2014
City receives $1 million grant for sidewalks
Mayor announces project will begin as soon as possible   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, April 14, 2014 7:20 AM CDT   Sparta residents... read more
04.14.2014
Sparta PD receives more than $11k for drug fund
Funds dispersed by Drug Enforcement Agency   By Pamela Claytor Staff Writer pamela@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, April 14, 2014 7:15 AM CDT   After closing a major... read more
03.17.2014
Public Notice - Customer Confidence Report 2013
The City of Sparta Water System has the 2013 Water Quality / Customer Confidence Report. For a copy of the report please click on the link or call Sparta Electric and Public Works at 931-738-2281.... read more
05.01.2013
Recreation Trails Program Grant Application Submitted
The Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a resolution at the scheduled board meeting on April 18, 2013, which authorizes the preparation and submission of a grant application to the Tennessee... read more
09.24.2012
$50,000 Tahoe won by police
Luck of the draw provides officers with new tool for traffic safety   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, September 24, 2012 6:50 AM CDT   Sparta... read more
Photo of Tenn. Governor Bill Haslem
09.20.2012
$500,000 grant is awarded to Sparta
Governor makes recent announcement    By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Thursday, September 20, 2012 6:53 AM CDT   Sparta has been named as one of... read more
Photo of new aldermen and families
08.27.2012
Vice mayor named
Board hears reports from department heads   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, August 27, 2012 6:08 AM CDT   Photo: Newly sworn-in... read more
Photo of aldermen taking oath
08.20.2012
Aldermen take oath of office
Published: Monday, August 20, 2012 6:44 AM CDT   The recently elected aldermen for City of Sparta were administered the oath of office during the Aug. 16, 2012, meeting of Sparta Board... read more
06.25.2012
City to purchase property across from park
Cost of land is $8,000   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, June 25, 2012 6:44 AM CDT   City of Sparta will be adding another piece of property to... read more
Photo of Dillard Quick
06.11.2012
City hires new codes enforcement officer
Quick brings vast experience to position   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Monday, June 11, 2012 6:26 AM CDT   Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen has... read more
Photo of Robert Jackson "Bob" Breeding
05.24.2012
Breeding leaves behind legacy of leadership
Former mayor of Sparta passes away at 85   By Kim Swindell Wood Editor kim@myspartanews.com Published: Thursday, May 24, 2012 6:01 AM CDT   White County has lost one of its... read more