Lewisburg, TN — On March 12, 2026, at approximately 3:28 a.m., officers with the Lewisburg Police Department, along with the Lewisburg Fire Department, Marshall County EMS, and Marshall County OEM responded to a reported structure fire at 1407 Troy Drive.

Upon arrival, responding officers observed the residence fully engulfed in flames. It was determined that four occupants were inside the home at the time of the fire.

One occupant was able to self-evacuate, and a second occupant was rescued through a window by a neighbor prior to the arrival of emergency personnel. Both individuals were transported for medical treatment related to smoke inhalation.

Despite extensive rescue efforts by fire and emergency personnel, two occupants remained inside the residence and tragically perished in the fire.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Investigators from the Lewisburg Police Department and TBI will continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The names of the victims are being withheld at this time.

The Lewisburg Police Department and Lewisburg Fire Department extend their thoughts and condolences to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic event. Additional information may be released as it becomes available.

 

1. The Industrial Development Board of the City of Lewisburg will hold a regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 2nd, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at the Historic 1st Avenue Building, located at 207 1st Ave. N.

2. The Mayor and Council of the City of Lewisburg will hold a regular monthly work session Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., at Lewisburg City Hall, 131 E. Church Street.

3. The Mayor and Council of the City of Lewisburg will hold their regular monthly council meeting, Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at Lewisburg City Hall, 131 East Church Street.

A link to view City Council meetings live may be found on the City of Lewisburg’s website under Public Notices at www.lewisburgtn.gov. You may also view respective legislative documents referenced herein at the same website.
LEWISBURG CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
March 10th, 2026, 6:00p.m.
Lewisburg City Hall -131 E. Church Street
Prayer & Pledge
1) Announcements/Presentations:
2) Citizens Input
3) Approval of the Minutes: February 4th, 2026, Special Call Meeting,
February 10th, 2026, Special Call Meeting
February 10th, 2026, Council Meeting
4) Approval of February 2026, Bills & January 2026, Financial Statement
5) Old Business: None
6) New Business:
a. Consider approval of Resolution 26-03, to submit application to the TDOT Traffic Signal Modernization Program grant up to $125,000 for modernization of exiting traffic signal equipment or operations.
b. Consider approval of Resolution 26-04, to submit application to Community Development Block Grant up to $1,000,000 with a local match of 14%. The grant funding will support infrastructure to support local road/street improvement projects.
c. Consider approval of Resolution 26-05, to submit application to Tennessee Valley Authority Workforce Development Grant (Round 5) up to $250,000 with a local match of 50%. The grant supports funding for industrial equipment that will enhance workforce ready skill sets.
d. Consider approval of Resolution 26-06, to submit application to Select Tennessee Site Development Grant up to $5,000,000 with a local match of 30%. The grant provides funding for preparation and development of industrial sites for future economic development opportunities.
e. Consider approval of Resolution 26-07, to accept Cooper Lane and Southview Drive within Southview Section 4 for City of Lewisburg ownership and maintenance. Favorable recommendation by Planning Commission on February 17, 2026, meeting.
f. Consider approval of Ordinance 26-01, for a Zoning Ordinance amendment to Article II, Section 2.020 and Article V, Section 5.060, Chart 1 to allow Automobile/Motor Vehicle Body Shop and Automobile/Motor Vehicle Repairs and Servicing in I-1 (Light Industrial) and I-2 (Industrial Park) districts requested by James Amerson-Vintage Dream Machines, LLC. (661 & 665 Garrett Parkway) Favorable recommendation by Planning Commission on February 17, 2026, meeting.
g. Consider approval of Ordinance 26-02, a Zoning Ordinance amendment recommendation to Article VII, Section 7.030 to establish requirements for building permit submittal requested by Planning staff. Favorable recommendation by Planning Commission on February 17, 2026, meeting.
h. Consider approval of Ordinance 26-03, to amend Ordinance 25-15 Budget Amendment No. 1 adopted November 10, 2025, due to correct typographical errors in Budget Amendment No. 1.
i. Consider approval of appointment of Tracy Harris to the Community Development Board until current term expires on June 30, 2028. This appointment comes at the recommendation of Mayor Jim Bingham for Council approval.
j. Discussion and consideration of a resolution or agreement to address Brynlee Court.
7) Other Business:
a. City Manager Report.
b. Director’s Report.
c. Any other additional business or announcement.
d. Motion to adjourn.

4. The Lewisburg Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold their regular meeting Monday, March 16th, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the large conference room at the Lewisburg Recreation Center, 1551 Mooresville Hwy.

5. The Lewisburg Water & Wastewater Board will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at Lewisburg Water Department, 100 Water Street.

6. The City of Lewisburg Planning & Zoning Commission will meet in their regular session on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., at the City of Lewisburg, 131 East Church Street.

7. The Lewisburg Gas Board will meet in their regular session on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., at Lewisburg Gas Department, 505 North Ellington Pkwy.

8. The Budget Committee for the City of Lewisburg will meet on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., at Lewisburg City Hall, 131 E. Church Street.

9. Lewisburg Electric System will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday March 30th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., at the Lewisburg Electric System, located at 599 West Ellington Pkwy.

10. The Community Development Board of the City of Lewisburg will hold their regular monthly meeting Tuesday March 31st, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., at the Historic 1st Avenue Building, located at 207 1st Ave. N

 

 

On Tuesday, at approximately 6:28 pm, Officer Oliver of the Lewisburg Police Department was dispatched to 217 White Drive for a motor vehicle collision with injuries. Upon arrival Office Oliver observed a fence and a telephone pole had been knocked over and a tan 1995 Toyota had wrecked into a set of bleachers at Joe George Field. When Officer Oliver made contact with the driver, he appeared confused about what had happened. He had no recollection of the incident. EMS was able to get him out of the vehicle and checked his blood pressure which was dangerously high. He was transported to Marshall Medical. The driver was identified as David Keith Farris, age 68 of Lewisburg.

A second vehicle was damaged as the result of debris from the first vehicle. Office Mojica, who was also on the scene, spoke with Joel Eugene Moss age 69 of Lewisburg who stated that he had hit something. Office Mojica observed damage to the front bumper of Mr. Moss’s vehicle.

3/9/26

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is offering a free two-day forestry camp for middle school students in West Tennessee on April 1-2, 2026.

“One way to inspire young people to become the future caretakers of our state’s forests is to provide immersive experiences to explore the world of forestry,” State Forester Heather Slayton said. “Forestry camps are designed to spark interest in the trees, forests, water, wildlife and industry that are key to our lives but often taken for granted.”

The camp includes visits to a working sawmill, a state forest, a timber harvest operation and a forest research site, giving students a firsthand look at Tennessee’s ecosystems and forest industry.
Hands-on activities include exploring fire management using real tools and equipment, a stream study focused on water quality and aquatic invertebrates, and a tree-planting exercise designed to teach students about types of forest regeneration.

The Wolf River Forestry Camp, led by TDF with the support of the Tennessee Forestry Association, will be held April 1-2 at Wolf River State Forest and Ames Plantation located at 4275 Buford Ellington Rd. in Grand Junction. There is no cost to attend and lunch is provided. Students from public, private and homeschool programs are welcome. School excuse notes are available upon request.
Download the application at Forestry Day Camp – West Tennessee and email completed forms to forestry.camps@tn.gov by March 11. Contact Megan Carpenter at forestry.camps@tn.gov with any questions.

TDF protects Tennessee’s forests by fighting wildland fires, coordinating hazard emergency response, providing prescribed fire guidance, services and wildland fire training. Additionally, the division promotes the responsible use of forest resources by assisting landowners, providing quality seedlings, monitoring insects and diseases, improving urban forests, managing state forests, protecting water quality and collecting forest inventory data. TDF also promotes forest industries to stimulate the state’s economy. Visit the Tennessee Division of Forestry webpage for more information.

3/2/26

Lynnville resident Kevin Lee White has been sentenced to nine years in state prison after accepting a plea deal for child sexual exploitation offenses.

On February 10, 2024, the Winchester Police Department began an investigation into suspected child sexual exploitative material in the Lynnville area. The case was referred to the Giles County Sheriff’s Office, which executed a search warrant at White’s residence. Investigators discovered more than 700 images and videos of child sexual exploitative material and determined that White had also distributed material over the internet.

Sheriff Purvis said the office remains committed to protecting children and continues to use all available resources to identify and prosecute those who exploit children.

The Sheriff’s Office acknowledged the assistance of the Winchester Police Department, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, and Homeland Security Investigations in the investigation. Officials also emphasized that community awareness and cooperation are essential in preventing child exploitation and ensuring offenders are held accountable