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Wilson County Pastor Greg Locke Booked in Jail Over Paperwork Issues: What You Need to Know!

Wilson County Pastor Greg Locke booked at jail over paperwork issues. Details on this surprising turn of events! #GregLocke #WilsonCounty #BreakingNews

Wilson County Man Scores $175,653 Digital Instant Jackpot Wilson County's Julous Hudson scores big with $175,653 digital jackpot! Odds 1 in 6.2M. Plus: How a grant built tech academy there. #LotteryWin #WilsonCounty...

Wilson County Man Scores $175,653 Digital Instant Jackpot

Wilson County's Julous Hudson scores big with $175,653 digital jackpot! Odds 1 in 6.2M. Plus: How a grant built tech academy there. #LotteryWin #WilsonCounty...

Wilson County residents submit petition, press court for independent water and environmental studies before data‑center development Residents told the Wilson County Commissioners Court they oppose proposed large-scale data center and utility energy projects, submitted a petition seeking guardrails, and requested independent water, air and land impact studies and emergency-services coordination before any approvals.

Wilson County residents are demanding independent environmental studies before any massive data centers move in, raising concerns about water use and air quality that could impact their community for generations.

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Live in #WilsonCounty #TN? SHOW UP: Tuesday, February 24 at 6:30p (event starts at 7) at Cumberland's Alumni Hall at 408 S Maple St, Lebanon, TN
MARCH 3 at 6pm is the next Lebanon City Council meeting at 200 N Castle Heights Ave. Lebanon, TN
Oppose mega detention center here! 14-16,000 inmates

Planning Commission approves multiple site plans, plats and subdivisions; Assurant site plan passes 6–1 At its Feb. 20 meeting the Wilson County Planning Commission approved several site plans and subdivisions—including Assurant tenant improvements (vote 6–1), a digital sign for Starstruck Farm, a rebuild at King's Old Country Store, and preliminary approval for the Patrick Place subdivision—and advanced the Superspeedway master‑plan amendment to the County Commission.

The Wilson County Planning Commission has greenlit exciting developments, including a new digital sign for Starstruck Farm and major improvements to King’s Old Country Store!

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Resident warns of failing STEP systems and says as‑built drawings show installations differ from permits In public comment at the Feb. 20 meeting, resident Ken Young said Open Records Act requests uncovered as‑built drawings that contradict what was attested on operating permits, describing the drawings as a 'smoking gun' and urging corrective action; he also noted a six‑month moratorium on new STEP approvals by the local water authority.

A local resident's shocking revelations about mismatched septic system installations could lead to urgent changes in Wilson County's water policy—are we on the brink of a major regulatory overhaul?

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Planning Commission OKs Superspeedway master‑plan amendment to allow televised collector‑car auctions with limits The Wilson County Planning Commission voted Feb. 20 to recommend a master‑plan amendment allowing year‑round auto sales at Nashville Superspeedway for a televised, high‑end collector‑car auction, subject to staff stipulations limiting events to the infield, a maximum of six event days per year, and required coordination with sheriff and emergency services.

The Wilson County Planning Commission has approved a game-changing amendment for the Nashville Superspeedway, paving the way for a high-profile collector-car auction that could drive $35 million in sales!

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Wilson County commission approves two rezonings, adopts zoning changes for ADUs and accessory heights, and passes budget appropriations After public comment, the commission approved two rezoning requests (Crossroads LBA Logistics/C4 and Cagle C3), adopted amendments to accessory detached-dwelling size and accessory-structure heights, and passed a series of budget and appropriation resolutions (26-2-2 through 26-2-17).

The Wilson County Commission just approved major rezonings and zoning changes that could reshape the future of local development!

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Residents urge Wilson County leaders to oppose reported ICE detention facility; ask for formal resolution and transparency Dozens of Wilson County residents told county leaders at a Feb. 17 meeting they oppose reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans a detention facility in Lebanon and called for transparent information and a formal county resolution opposing it.

Wilson County residents are rallying against a potential ICE detention facility, demanding transparency and action from their leaders to protect their community.

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Raw America (@rawstory) WOW: A Tennessee man recently spoke out against a proposed ICE detention center in Wilson County, TN, and sheriff's deputies immediately descended on him as his speech hit a crescendo: “I feel much sa...

A #Tennessee man recently spoke out against a proposed #ICE detention center in #WilsonCounty, TN, and sheriff's deputies immediately descended on him as his speech hit a crescendo: “I feel much safer with undocumented immigrants than I EVER will with ICE agents!

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Wilson County Commission - February 2026 YouTube video by Wilson County Television

So proud of our neighbors in Wilson County for standing up to say ABSOLUTELY NOT to a potential ICE detention center in their community.
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Wilson County tourism director cites $370.8 million in visitor spending, points to hotel pipeline and major events Director Johnson told the Wilson County Tourism Board that an economic-impact report shows $370.8 million in visitor spending and $92.4 million in lodging spend, and highlighted 10–12 incoming hotels and major events such as races at Nashville Superspeedway and the Music City Grand Prix.

Wilson County is experiencing a tourism boom with $370.8 million in visitor spending and a surge in hotel developments that promise even more growth ahead!

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County officials weigh options after LPR camera failures; Motorola constraints prompt Flock discussion Committee members and the sheriff’s office discussed repeated license-plate reader camera failures, vendor support problems with Motorola and the possibility of switching to Flock cameras or partnering with neighboring cities for a countywide system. Cost and compatibility issues were raised; the county currently has 27 cameras.

County officials are grappling with repeated failures of their license-plate reader cameras and considering a switch to Flock for better reliability and cost efficiency.

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Wilson County committee approves $1.3 million transfer from interest income to cover rising insurance premiums The Wilson County Insurance Committee approved a $1,301,973 budget transfer from interest income to cover increased property, workers' compensation and health insurance premiums after staff warned payroll and replacement-cost exposure raised costs.

Wilson County's Insurance Committee just approved a staggering $1.3 million transfer to tackle skyrocketing insurance premiums—what does this mean for the county's budget?

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Wilson County road commission details storm recovery, contractor coordination and safety steps Commissioners detailed debris removal, power-safety protocols and reimbursement steps after a severe winter storm; outside contractors and a monitoring firm will document costs once utilities clear hazards.

Wilson County is gearing up for an extensive storm recovery effort, utilizing contractors to expedite debris removal and ensure safety after the recent winter storm chaos.

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Wilson County panel outlines how local, state and volunteer groups coordinate disaster response Wilson County Mayor Randall Hutto convened emergency managers, volunteer leaders and Vanderbilt medical partners to explain how the county coordinates life‑saving response, volunteer deployment and recovery after events such as the March 2020 tornado and a recent ice storm.

Wilson County leaders unveil crucial strategies for disaster response and recovery, emphasizing the power of community coordination to save lives.

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Wilson County EMA: FEMA rep to review new debris-removal rules as county coordinates pickup and volunteers Wilson County EMA staff said FEMA has updated debris-removal procedures after a recent storm; staging and TDEC permitting mean organized curbside pickup likely won’t begin until next week. County leaders thanked shelter operators and volunteer groups aiding recovery.

Wilson County faces new FEMA debris-removal rules that could delay curbside pickup for storm recovery, with officials urging residents to register for volunteer assistance.

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#WilsonCounty friends, please come out in full force and vote for Chaz Molder in November

Wilson County zoning board hears objections as Speedway seeks year‑round auto‑sales approval National Super Speedway asked the Board of Zoning Appeals to allow year‑round auto‑sales zoning to enable a four‑day annual automotive auction; residents raised traffic and access concerns, staff urged conditions, and board members discussed precedent and master‑plan limits.

The National Super Speedway is pushing for year-round auto sales zoning to host a massive four-day automotive auction, but local residents are sounding the alarm over potential traffic chaos and access issues.

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Sheriff reports drug seizures, rising caseloads and flags potential need for more jail capacity The sheriff told commissioners the department handled roughly 24,188 calls last year, reported significant drug seizures (including methamphetamine) and said the average daily jail population was about 112–115 with recent highs around 130, signaling the county should start planning for possible capacity increases.

Wilson County's sheriff reveals staggering drug seizures and a rising jail population, signaling a potential crisis in public safety.

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Budget committee approves $2 million amendment for Lewis County special-education services The Wilson County Budget Committee approved Budget Amendment No. 7 for the Lewis County Board of Education, adding $2,000,000 for contracted special-education services and reallocating $20,000 for CTE equipment and supplies; members voted in favor with no recorded opposition.

The Wilson County Budget Committee has just approved a groundbreaking $2 million amendment to enhance special-education services and support the CTE program—what does this mean for local schools?

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Wilson County weighs regional approach to fix five-mile stretch of East Division Road Commissioners debated whether to wait for a potential SS4A-style grant that would fund most of a five-mile East Division project or spend about $3 million now to repair four dangerous spots; they discussed coordinating with Mount Juliet and Lebanon to present a unified project to TDOT.

Wilson County commissioners are at a crossroads: should they seek a major grant to fix a perilous five-mile road stretch or spend millions on immediate repairs?

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Peanuts & Brush Country This match-up brings us to the peanut fields south of San Antonio and the deep brush country of the Rio Grande Plains. Wilson County, home to Floresville, is a rapidly growing community rich in agriculture and political history. La Salle County, centered on Cotulla, is wild country: famous for trophy deer hunting and as the place where LBJ taught school. One is becoming a suburban haven; the other remains a rugged frontier for hunters and oilmen.

Peanut farmers in Floresville. Hunting guides in Cotulla. Different harvests, same Texas pride.
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Neighbor warns of toxic runoff as board denies paving waiver for Highway 109 storage lot Nearby resident Reagan Fuquay Saar told the Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals that asphalt millings at a storage lot on Highway 109 are leaching contaminants to a drainage that flows to Old Hickory Lake; the board denied the applicant’s request to waive paving requirements for the site, siding with staff.

A local resident's alarming testimony about toxic runoff led the Wilson County Board to deny a paving waiver for a commercial storage lot, prioritizing environmental safety over convenience.

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Wilson County court adopts 2026 indigent defense grant resolution Wilson County Commissioners Court approved a resolution to apply for the Texas Indigent Defense Commissions 2026 grant, designating the county judge to manage the application and the county auditor as financial officer; the resolution cites Texas Government Code section 79.037 and TAC chapter 173.

Wilson County is taking a significant step towards enhancing public defense services by applying for a vital state grant!

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Wilson County planning commission recommends commercial rezoning for Speedway-area parcel, approves multiple site plans The commission recommended rezoning a 31.57-acre parcel near the Speedway from agricultural to planned commercial, approved a separate neighborhood commercial downzone, and signed off on several site plans and plats; most items will go to the county commission or proceed to final plat as required.

The Wilson County Planning Commission has taken a significant step toward expanding the Speedway Industrial Park by recommending a rezoning of over 31 acres from agricultural to commercial use!

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Wilson County Commission approves raising A‑1 minimum lot size to 80,000 square feet after extended public hearing After more than two hours of public comment and debate, the Wilson County Commission voted to raise the A‑1 (agricultural) minimum lot size from 40,000 to 80,000 square feet; the planning commission had recommended a 60,000‑square‑foot compromise. Commissioners debated property rights, infrastructure and grandfathering; the amendment to adopt 60,000 failed and the resolution passed.

The Wilson County Commission's recent vote to double the minimum lot size in the A-1 agricultural district has sparked intense debate over property rights and rural character.

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Commission approves sheriff’s pay increases after heated budget debate Wilson County commissioners approved a multi‑part resolution to increase sheriff's office pay, citing retention problems; finance staff said initial funding would come from interest income but long‑term funding will require a dedicated revenue source.

Wilson County commissioners have approved a significant pay raise for sheriff's department employees amid alarming staff shortages and dangerous incidents, but will they find a sustainable funding source?

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