Robertson Co. News

Springfield Baptist Church will be providing a “Community Thanksgiving meal” delivered for shut-ins, elderly, disabled, homeless and anyone in need on Thursday, November 26^th. They will be delivering the meals between 11 am and 1 pm. There is no cost for the meal or delivery. Call the Springfield Baptist Church of you or someone you know needs a meal.

The Robertson County Sheriff’s Office has launched their new Senior Outreach Service, or SOS Program for seniors, disabled residents, and their families giving them regular contact with someone who is outside their home ensuring their wellness and safety.

The City of Springfield Christmas Parade is set for November 23^rd, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. This year the parade will take place in the evening with lighted floats. It will start at 6:00PM and proceed down Main St to 5th down to the Springfield Middle School

A report prepared by the White House Coronavirus Task Force is recommending major changes for Tennessee.  This week’s report suggests taking on mitigating and messaging efforts to slow the spread of the virus, including slashing indoor dining and limiting bar hours for nearly the entire state.  The report suggests the steps are needed with over 80 of the state’s 95 counties in the red zone.  The report also says 50 percent of nursing homes in the state have at least one positive staff member.

Tomorrow is the start of the 2020-2021 gun deer hunting season in Tennessee.  During the gun season, hunters may also use muzzleloader or archery equipment.  The season will last through Sunday, January 3rd.  Tennessee wildlife officials say they’ve seen an increase in hunting and fishing license sales this year, likely brought on by people wanting to get outside due to COVID-19 restrictions.

The Tennessee Supreme Court is suspending all jury trials until next year as cases of COVID-19 continue to rise across the state.  Per the order Tuesday, trials from November 23rd through January 31st of next year are suspended unless an exemption is granted by the Chief Justice.  This week’s order is the latest to delay jury trials, as five previous measures were taken in the Tennessee High Court due to the pandemic.  The order outlines the “ethical obligation” that both judges and attorneys have to comply with reopening plans, mask mandates, and more amid the pandemic.