There will be progress with the roundabout this year. Or, that’s the plan. Tetra Tech’s Dave Charville spoke during the Dec. 10, 2019 meeting of the board of mayor and aldermen, telling city officials it could be in as early as September. First proposed in 2012, the project will convert the often-congested intersection at Atoka-Idaville and Rosemark roads from sign-controlled … [Read more...] about This may be the year Atoka’s famed roundabout is completed
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A look back: The highs of the 2010s
As we begin a new decade we wanted to have a look back at the things that made news – good, bad and inspiring – from 2010-19. It was a decade with unspeakable tragedy, politicians behaving badly, extreme weather and small towns rallying around their own in a way others cannot. This is part four of our series and it's all about the best news of the decade. The other parts in … [Read more...] about A look back: The highs of the 2010s
The Town of Atoka recently honored eight longtime first responders
On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Town of Atoka honored eight of its longtime employees, most of them police officers. Patrolman Donnie Lewis was recognized for two decades of service to the police department. "The experience and dedication Patrolman Lewis brought to this department has been invaluable over the past 20 years," said mayor Darryl Walker. Natalie Taube, who began her … [Read more...] about The Town of Atoka recently honored eight longtime first responders
Atoka, Munford ranked amongst the 50 safest cities in Tennessee
Atoka and Munford have again been ranked amongst the state's 50 safest cities. In a new study released by Security Baron Thursday, Atoka was ranked the 8th safest city and Munford 22nd. The organization said it uses FBI crime statistics from 2016 and 2017 to determine trends in public safety and couples those with demographic information to complete its ranking. "It takes a … [Read more...] about Atoka, Munford ranked amongst the 50 safest cities in Tennessee
Covington and Atoka lowered their ISO ratings – here’s what that could mean for you
Both Covington and Atoka fire departments have reason to celebrate this week after finding out their ISO ratings have improved. The Insurance Service Office rating is a report card for fire services which determines how well a local fire department can protect its community, said Covington Fire Chief Richard Griggs. “It correlates risk for insurance companies providing coverage … [Read more...] about Covington and Atoka lowered their ISO ratings – here’s what that could mean for you
Atoka town administrator submits resignation
On Tuesday, Atoka’s town administrator Athanasia Lewis resigned from the position she’s held for a little more than a year. “She’s been looking for other jobs and there’s a possibility she has one,” said mayor Daryl Walker. “She’s also going to put more time into her family.” Her last official day is set for Wednesday, Nov. 1. Walker said Lewis will help tie up some loose ends … [Read more...] about Atoka town administrator submits resignation
Atoka ranked 14th safest city in Tennessee
Atoka was again ranked among the state’s safest cities, coming in at 14 of the top 20 in a new Safewise poll. To identify the safest cities in Tennessee, Safewise reviewed the most recent FBI crime report statistics from 2017 and census population data. Cities that fell below identified population thresholds, or that failed to submit a complete crime report to the FBI, were … [Read more...] about Atoka ranked 14th safest city in Tennessee
