Here’s an update for anyone keeping track of local government and planning in Carter County. Today, the Carter County Tourism Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 this evening and will take place in the old courthouse meeting space—the area that previously housed the health department.
At this session, the commission will be reviewing plans for funding and priorities in the coming year. While it’s not clear if the meeting is open for public attendance, it’s an important part of how tourism and local initiatives are being planned here in Carter County. These budget discussions can have a real impact on local events, tourism promotion, and other county programs, so keeping an eye on updates from the commission is a good way to stay informed.
For anyone following county planning, tonight’s meeting at 5:30 in the old courthouse is the key event to note. You can also check the Tourism Commission’s website or contact their office for more information about outcomes from the meeting.
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The Carter County Ambulance Board will be holding a budget meeting today at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at 12 Cross Bar Road, which is the regular location for the board’s gatherings.
During this session, board members are expected to focus on financial planning and budgeting, which helps determine how ambulance services are funded and operated across the county. These discussions play an important role in ensuring that emergency response services remain available, effective, and properly supported for the community.
In addition to today’s special budget meeting, the Ambulance Board has also scheduled its regular monthly meeting for June 15th at 5:00 p.m., again at the same Cross Bar Road location. That meeting typically covers ongoing business, updates, and any additional matters related to ambulance services in the county.
If you’re interested in how emergency services are managed locally, these meetings are key moments in the decision-making process. Today’s budget session begins at 3:00, followed by the regular meeting coming up on June 15th at 5:00 p.m., both held at 12 Cross Bar Road.
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As another school year has come to a close here in Carter County, officials and volunteers from the school district are hard at work once again to make sure children in our communities continue receiving healthy meals throughout the summer months.
The Carter County School District has announced details for its 2026 Summer Meals Program, providing free breakfasts and lunches each week for children ages 13 months through 18 years old. The program is part of the USDA Summer Nutrition initiative and is designed to help families keep kids fed, healthy, and ready for a safe and active summer break.
This year’s program will operate as a convenient drive-thru pickup service on Thursdays only from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM, running June 8th through July 30th. Families will receive seven days’ worth of breakfasts and lunches during each weekly pickup.
Pickup locations will once again be available at Prichard Elementary School and West Carter High School, helping serve families across both ends of the county.
School officials say registration is required for the drive-thru meal pickup program, and families are encouraged to register as early as possible before summer begins.
The annual effort has become an important community resource for many local families and is made possible through the continued work of the district’s food service staff and volunteers who dedicate part of their summer to helping children stay nourished while school is out of session.
For additional information about registration or eligibility, residents can contact Summer Food Services Coordinator Becca Jackson at 606-474-6696 extension 20215.