We've reached out to the Rhea County Mayor for comment on the recent changes, including the installation of speed bumps and the status of an inoperable light post on their side of the ramp.

The Rhea County Commission moved to start the grant process for $250,000 for a major renovation of the 134-year-old facility. The county will have to match the grant with $111,785, which will come ...

Rhea County is one of 21 counties in the state of Tennessee that have a Tier One classification. The criteria for that is far more stringent than just being a certified jail.